Scope

The study will include 270 K-5 Latino children and their families, as well as teachers from 90 elementary school classrooms.

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How it’s conducted

Participating teachers will be assigned to one of two groups: a comparison group or a TAPP intervention group. Teachers in both groups will identify one to three Latino students whose families may be interested in participating.

After eligible families enroll, teachers in the TAPP group will participate in four structured meetings with parent(s) and a consultant to:

• Identify and prioritize the student’s strengths
• Set goals and develop strategies
• Implement a joint plan at home and school
• Evaluate the plan and monitor the student’s progress

Teachers in both groups will participate in eight classroom observations and two surveys per enrolled student.

It all starts with a visit from the TAPP research team. During this in-person visit, the team will share information about the study with interested teachers. After enrolling, teachers will participate in one of two groups:

Group A - TAPP Intervention Group
Group B - Comparison Group

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Identify and Inform

Group A and Group B

Both groups will identify Latino students who face behavioral and academic challenges.

Teachers will provide information about:

• Students’ behaviors and learning
• Their classroom practices
• Relationships with parents

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TAPP Intervention

Group A

Group A teachers will participate in the intervention process with a TAPP consultant and the student’s parent(s). This intervention process will include three to four meetings that last approximately 45 to 60 minutes.

During these meetings, teachers, parents and a TAPP consultant will:

• Identify and prioritize the student’s strengths and challenges
• Set goals and develop strategies
• Implement a joint plan at home and school
• Evaluate the plan and monitor the student’s progress

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Classroom Observation

Group A and Group B

Both groups of teachers will have approximately eight classroom sessions observed by a TAPP team member, who will be collecting information about participating Latino students and monitoring their behavior.

Observations are scheduled and completed according to teacher preference and proximity:

• In person: TAPP team member sits in the classroom to make observations.
• Video recording: Classroom session is video recorded and shared with TAPP team member.

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Survey

Group A and Group B

Teachers will be asked to complete two surveys per student during the study. These surveys assess teaching practices, parental engagement and students’ behaviors. Survey details:

• Surveys take approximately 45 minutes per student
• Surveys are completed online and can be started and stopped as necessary