School systems and states have invested millions of ESSER dollars into academic recovery programs to address pandemic-driven learning gaps. With the expiration of pandemic relief federal funding, educators must now focus on maximizing limited resources. One proven solution is high dosage tutoring — a research-backed approach offering personalized, in-school support to help struggling students catch up and thrive.

A&M recently partnered with the Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) to implement a statewide high dosage tutoring initiative aimed to support eligible K-5 students by overcoming challenges such as equitable funding distribution, program implementation, and long-term sustainability. Through strategic planning and infrastructure development, A&M helped LDOE establish monitoring systems, improve stakeholder alignment, and create a foundation for ongoing success.

Lessons Learned from High Dosage Tutoring Statewide Implementation Support

Through the partnership with the LDOE, three overarching considerations emerged for states exploring statewide implementation of high dosage tutoring:

1. Establish an Effective Program Management Structure to ensure clear direction, effective team management and long-term success of the tutoring initiative.
2. Provide Comprehensive Support to School Systems to ensure successful application and implementation of the tutoring program at the system level.
3. Develop a Robust Vendor Marketplace to optimize the quality and effectiveness of high dosage tutoring programs across the state.

How A&M Education Can Help

With expertise in project management, policy implementation and operational improvement, A&M supports states and systems in executing this large-scale initiative effectively. A&M provides strategic guidance and practical solutions to address challenges such as staffing, scheduling, funding and program fidelity, supporting the implementation of high dosage tutoring programs that are not only impactful but also sustainable.

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