Solution: K12 Resilience Strategy Framework
Nurturing Whole-Child Wellbeing for Educational Success
At iCare Pathways, we are dedicated to empowering schools to address the holistic needs of students through evidence-based practices and a team-based care approach. Our comprehensive solution, including the innovative "iCare Plan" is designed to support the well-being of the whole child, aligning with the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework.
With our organizational playbook available fully online, we provide schools with the tools they need to foster a nurturing environment where every student can thrive. We create educational environments that prioritize social and emotional growth, laying the foundation for academic
achievement and fostering 21st-century leadership.
1. Evidence-Based Paid Mentoring Model
Through our evidence-based paid mentoring model, we provide students with dedicated mentors who understand the complexities of their lives. These mentors offer personalized guidance and support, fostering positive relationships that enhance overall well-being and academic success.
2. Student Support Services Aligned with MTSS
iCare Pathways seamlessly integrates student support services within the MTSS framework. Our team collaborates with educators, administrators, and families to identify students' unique needs, implement targeted interventions, and monitor progress, ensuring that support is provided at the right time and in the right way.
3. Organizational Playbook (Fully Online)
Our comprehensive organizational playbook, accessible fully online, serves as a guiding resource for schools. It equips educators and administrators with evidence-based strategies and practical tools to create a nurturing environment that prioritizes social and emotional well-being alongside academic achievement.
Introducing the “iCare Plan”: Empowering Student Success
At iCare Pathways, we go beyond traditional approaches. We have developed the innovative
“iCare Plan”, an interdisciplinary tool that follows students throughout their K12 journey. This unique and collaborative tracker records MTSS interventions, supports, and provides recommendations for student success. The iCare Plan ensures that every aspect of a student's educational experience is seamlessly integrated, creating a holistic roadmap for achievement.
Key components of the "iCare Plan"
Unleashing the power of student resilience
Our Student Resilience Strategy Framework forms the cornerstone of the “iCare Plan”. Through
persistence benchmarks, we gain invaluable insights that fuel transformational mentoring. Whether it's through virtual or in-person connections, we build strong relationships, ensuring students feel a sense of belonging throughout their academic journey. By collecting and inputting crucial "iCare" data, we gain a deeper understanding of each student's needs. Our mentors serve as guides, helping students navigate challenges and develop self-awareness, unlocking their true identity. Through strategic outreach, we prioritize support for those most at risk of "summer melt" ensuring their continued progress.
Data-driven strategies for sustainable growth
Following each benchmark and term, we conduct an in-depth data dive, meticulously analyzing
trends in benchmarks and transcripts. This analysis allows us to prioritize caseloads and
strategically plan interventions for the upcoming term. By identifying the next steps, we create a
customized plan for each student, leveraging group and individual interventions. Our commitment to ongoing, rigorous progress monitoring ensures that goals are set bottom-up and tracked weekly through persistence dashboards. Regular communication and push notifications keep school teams and stakeholders informed of progress, promoting collaboration and accountability. With evidence-based practices integrated into the MTSS process, we target interventions towards entire student populations.
Building an effective feedback loop
At iCare Pathways, we understand the importance of continuous communication and collaboration among teachers, counselors, and mentors. Through regular and open data sharing, we foster a feedback loop that allows for swift identification of persistence challenges and celebration of successes. This collaboration ensures that leadership remains informed and can provide the necessary support and resources.
Driving synergy through strategic partnerships
We believe that true transformation happens through collaborative efforts. Through formal and
informal partnerships with higher education institutions, government entities, and external stakeholders, we enable seamless data sharing and coordinated services. By partnering with complementary service providers such as mental health and social services, we amplify a
school's existing support system, ensuring holistic care for students.
Investing in mentor competency
At iCare Pathways, we prioritize the ongoing development of paid mentors who may serve as
trauma informed “iCare” specialists. Through continuous mentor competency development programs, our mentors stay abreast of the latest educational trends, evidence-based practices, and effective strategies. This commitment ensures that our mentors are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to guide students towards success.