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Abstract
This study used a gap analysis to evaluate the knowledge, motivation, and organizational resources necessary for an alternative education program to reach the organizational goal of having 100% of students meet graduation requirements. While a complete performance evaluation would focus on all stakeholders, the stakeholders of focus were the Grades 9–12 supervising teachers. This study used a qualitative design for data gathering and analysis using interviews and document analysis. Findings indicated 10 influences on the problem of practice: one in conceptual knowledge, three in motivation, and six in organization. These influences were used to select evidence-based recommendations for solutions using the new world Kirkpatrick model. This study informs the initiatives at Vista High School toward building capabilities in supervising teachers to support students in earning a high school diploma.
