THE DIPLOMA PLANNING INSTITUTE
Helping schools create a customized plan to reduce dropout
THE DIPLOMA PLANNING INSTITUTE
The National Dropout Prevention Center’s (NDPC) Diploma Planning Institute (DPI) is a transformative, blended learning experience designed to equip school-level teams with the tools needed to develop comprehensive dropout prevention plans. By collaborating with national field experts, participants use local data and their intimate knowledge of their students to create tailored strategies that effectively address at-risk populations. This focused approach allows schools to move from isolated efforts to cohesive, strategic plans, ultimately enhancing student performance and graduation rates. Each team leaves the event not only with a detailed plan but also with the resources and ongoing support necessary for successful implementation.
During the event, participants engage in examining local data, learning research-based strategies, and identifying both current and potential efforts within their schools. They target specific needs and risk factors unique to their student populations, ensuring that the plans they develop are not just theoretical but practical and actionable. This hands-on approach, combined with guidance from experts, ensures that each team can develop next steps for implementation that are grounded in proven methods and tailored to their unique contexts.
Dr. Sandy Addis, Chairmen, NDPC"DPI’s goal is to help schools & districts turn random acts of dropout prevention into a strategic, systemic approach."
Impact Narrative
Learn how The South Carolina Department of Education leveraged DPI to improve graduation rates for at-risk students
The South Carolina Department of Education integrated the National Dropout Prevention Center’s Diploma Planning Institute (DPI) program to tackle one of the state’s most pressing challenges—improving graduation rates among at-risk students. Through a focused, data-driven approach, schools across the state developed and implemented custom dropout prevention plans that have transformed their efforts. With hands-on guidance from NDPC specialists, these schools saw measurable improvements, demonstrating the powerful impact of a well-executed plan. Discover how this strategic initiative empowered schools to achieve real results and set a new standard for success in dropout prevention.
Take the next step in improving your school's graduation rates!
Contact us today to learn more about the Diploma Planning Institute or to schedule a customized DPI for your team. Fill out our inquiry form, and a member of our team will reach out to provide you with all the information you need and help you plan your event. Alternatively you can contact Todd Daggett, at tdaggett@spnetwork.org with the subject line “Diploma Planning Institute” or give the National Dropout Prevention Center a call at (518) 723-2063 for more information about this service.