Kentucky Post School Outcomes (KYPSO) Center - FY25 Evaluation Scope

Abstract - Kentucky Post School Outcomes Center Grant This project will: 1). Oversee collection of post-school outcome data; analyze post-school outcome data; report results of analysis; provide technical assistance and training to local education agencies and the KDE regarding how to interpret the data and how they can be used for program improvement. 2). Utilize extant data from KDE and other sources to identify best practices related to transition and share these with stakeholders. Also explore opportunities for assessment of longer-term outcomes. 3). Oversee collection of parent involvement data; analyze data; report results of analysis. 4). Chair collaborative efforts across agencies to identify and implement best practices related to transition for youth with disabilities. 5). The facilitator will provide ongoing technical assistance and follow up support across all of the KDE/DLS and UK/HDI collaborative endeavors. The Facilitator will provide guidance for the project management team; serve as liaison between the staff at UK/HDI and the KDE; and facilitate planning meetings requested by DLS.