HOW WE HELP

At McGowan Impact Consulting, we partner with school districts and education organizations to design, implement, and measure programs that create real impact. Whether you're launching a new initiative, refining an existing program, or evaluating outcomes, we provide data-driven insights and strategic solutions to ensure your efforts are intentional, effective, and sustainable.

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Ensuring every initiative delivers real results

Too often, well-intended programs struggle because they lack clear success metrics, structured implementation, or measurable outcomes. We help school districts define what success looks like, track meaningful data, and ensure initiatives are making a measurable difference.

Pre- and post-evaluation frameworks to assess effectiveness
Data dashboards & reporting to track impact over time
Stakeholder feedback tools to integrate educator, student, and community perspectives
Strategic recommendations for sustaining and scaling programs

Ideal for: School districts, county offices of education, education nonprofits, grant-funded initiatives

Program Impact Evaluation & Measurement

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Strategic Planning & Organizational Development

Aligning vision with action

Strategic planning isn't just about setting goals—it’s about creating a roadmap to turn those goals into reality. We help districts and education organizations align their initiatives with state requirements, funding priorities, and long-term objectives while ensuring sustainability and continuous improvement.

District-wide strategy development aligned with LCAP goals
Grant & program planning to ensure successful implementation
Data-driven decision-making frameworks for education leaders
Actionable roadmaps that ensure long-term success

Ideal for: Superintendents, district leaders, board members, education-focused organizations

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Community & Partner engagement strategy

Bridging the gap between schools and communities

Strong school-community relationships lead to better student outcomes, increased trust, and more engaged families. We help districts build strategic engagement plans to ensure that students, parents, teachers, and community partners have a voice in shaping the future.

Stakeholder engagement strategies that build trust and transparency
Survey development & analysis to gather meaningful feedback
Equity-driven community outreach plans
Best practices for family & student engagement programs

Ideal for: School districts, board members, community engagement teams

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School & District Culture Assessment

Building environments where students and staff thrive

A strong school culture is the foundation of student success. We work with districts to assess school climate, strengthen staff and student engagement, and build inclusive learning environments that foster long-term success.

Comprehensive culture assessments using surveys, data analysis, and stakeholder input
Strategic action plans to address challenges and build a positive climate
Ongoing monitoring frameworks to sustain improvements
Staff and leadership coaching to drive meaningful change

Ideal for: School districts, leadership teams, principals, HR and equity teams

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Let’s Work Together to Strengthen Your Impact

Whether you’re looking to evaluate a program, improve school culture, or align initiatives with strategic goals, McGowan Impact Consulting is here to help. Let’s start a conversation about how we can support your district or organization in creating sustainable, measurable change.

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📧 Email: heather@mcgowanimpact.com
📞 Phone: 916.673.8868

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