Case Study: Performing Arts and Technology High School (PATHS)

Key Findings from the Pre- and Post-Workshop Survey
The study skills and executive functioning workshop significantly positively impacted students’ confidence and preparedness in key academic areas. The pre- and post-workshop surveys reveal notable improvements across four core competencies: study skills, test preparation, time management, and the use of memory techniques.
Below is a summary of the key findings:

1. Study Skills (Do you know how to study?)
There was a clear increase in students who felt confident about their study skills after the workshop. This indicates that the workshop effectively taught students how to study in a structured and productive manner.
2. Test Preparation (Do you know how to prepare for tests?)
Students’ ability to prepare for tests improved significantly. The increase suggests that students learned specific strategies for reviewing material and managing their time effectively to get ready for exams.
3. Time Management (Do you know how to manage your time?)
One of the most notable improvements was in time management. The number of students who reported being able to manage their time more than doubled, demonstrating that the workshop provided valuable techniques for organizing tasks and prioritizing their responsibilities.
4. Memory Techniques (Do you know how to use different ways to remember information?)
This category saw the largest improvement, indicating that students gained a variety of memory strategies, such as using study aids, creating associations, and applying active recall techniques to retain information better.

Overall Impact
The workshop led to meaningful improvements in all key areas, with marked increases in each category. These results suggest that the workshop provided practical, actionable strategies that students could implement immediately to improve their academic performance. The most significant gains were observed in time management and memory techniques, which are crucial for long-term academic success. Students not only learned how to study and prepare for tests more effectively but also acquired tools to better manage their time and enhance their ability to retain information.

Conclusion
The survey results demonstrate the workshop’s success in equipping students with essential study skills and executive functioning strategies. These improvements are likely to have a lasting impact on students’ academic performance and overall confidence in their ability to manage their schoolwork effectively. The workshop
addressed core student pain points and provided actionable solutions that students could apply immediately in their academic routines.

Parameters:

• Four cohorts of approximately 20 students each participated in the Essential Study Skills & Executive Function Workshop.
• Each student participated in a total of 4.5 hours of instruction.
• Six sessions of 45 minutes in length were offered over six consecutive weeks.