data collection

The statutes (s.115.30(2)) authorize the department to collect information about schools and students.

1. Student Data - Schools participating in the SAGE program will be required to collect, maintain, and report student demographic and family income data and academic achievement information to document achievement of objectives, to provide information necessary for calculation of aid and for the purposes of the required program evaluation. Any student-level or individually identifiable data collected for the purposes of the program will be maintained in accordance with the confidentiality provisions in state and federal law.

2. School Program Data - For purposes of the SAGE evaluation, research staff may visit and observe classrooms; interview students, school staff, and community members; and review records and documentation maintained by participating schools to demonstrate compliance with the program requirements.