Accelerating Graduation by Reducing Achievement Disparities (A-GRAD)

Accelerating Graduation by Reducing Achievement Disparities (A-GRAD) is Hennepin County’s commitment to setting policy and making investments to ensure youth graduate from high school.

A-GRAD focuses on how Hennepin County does its work, leverages its investments, engages with partners and holds itself accountable for increased educational success.

A-GRAD team members work with county departments to:

• Make sure the county is a leader and partner in increasing Hennepin County high school graduation rates.
• Ensure that county resources support models that demonstrate school success.
• Implement evidence-based strategies that increase graduation rates.
• Change county culture so that all staff and contractors are helping children succeed in school and are supporting parents’ involvement in their children’s education.

Background

At a glance

The original A-GRAD report and recommendations.

Research and resources

A variety of information from Hennepin County and other sources about ways to boost high school graduation rates, for children birth through 18.

History and governance

County Board resolutions establishing A-GRAD and A-GRAD leadership structures.

Questions?

Have a question or suggestion about A-GRAD, the county's commitment to increasing high school graduation rates? Contact A-GRAD staff.