Research for Better Schools

Recent Technical Assistance Projects

Title: New Jersey Statewide Systemic Initiative

Sponsor/Funder: National Science Foundation (NSF); U. S. Department of Education, Office of Elementary and Secondary Education; and the New Jersey Statewide Systemic Initiative (NJSSI)

Target Audience: NJSSI staff and partners

Collaborating Agencies: Rutgers University, Rowan University, Montclair State University, College of New Jersey, and County College of Morris

Dates: 1993 - 2004

Description: RBS has had a close relationship with the NJSSI (funded by NSF) since it and the Mid-Atlantic Eisenhower Consortium were established in 1992-1993. RBS has provided services under both the auspices of the Eisenhower Consortium and contracts from NJSSI. The services have been mostly of a consultative nature, with RBS staff serving on NJSSI advisory groups, often for substantial and extended periods of time. RBS has also assisted with professional development events and product development. NJSSI staff have likewise served on RBS advisory groups. Specifically, RBS has:

Outcomes: RBS has contributed to the successful operation of the NJSSI through assistance in evaluation design, strategic planning, review of proposals for partner,and standards implementation funding.

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