Through surveys and focus groups, you can gain valuable data and feedback from your staff, parents, students, and community members. They also allow you to engage in a two-way conversation about a wide variety of challenges or opportunities facing your schools.
We are so appreciative of the work the Donovan Group has done in administering a staff survey over the past two years. The Donovan Group team, and particularly Perry Hibner, did a great job, and we can't thank them enough. The data they compiled, along with their analysis, was fantastic. The presentation to our School Board was well-received. We're excited to share the information with our team, especially so we can further try and develop meaningful professional development.'
- Dr. Jim Brewer, Clinton Community (Wisconsin) School District Superintendent
Surveys
The Donovan Group’s team has conducted hundreds of online surveys for public schools, school districts, and educational organizations across the United States. We use sound research methodologies that emphasize engaging the entire community and disaggregate data in a way that separates the signal from the noise.
Through this approach, we have become the "go-to" firm for robust, methodologically appropriate online survey research for public schools nationwide.
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Focus Groups
If surveys offer the “what,” focus groups allow us to explore the “why” behind the responses community and staff members provide. We facilitate focus groups on a wide range of topics. In addition to the experience that comes from more than two decades of focus group experience, we have also become leaders at conducting focus virtual focus groups for social distancing or stakeholder convenience purposes.
Polling
Our team has collected input from school communities across the United States to build stakeholder relationships and improve students’ educational experience. Through best practices and emerging technology, we generate custom polling questions that give you insights into the perspectives of your key stakeholders.
Data Analysis
The Donovan Group helps you derive meaning from survey results with industry-leading data dashboards that highlight trends among various stakeholder groups. We use this information to outline the appropriate next steps for your district, whether it’s adjusting your communication efforts or proposing new policies.
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