Community Needs Assessment
This Community Needs Assessment for Fusion Charter School offers comprehensive insights into the stakeholder community including students, families, staff, and community members.
Key student survey findings:
• Strengths: Over 80% of students agree Fusion Charter School listens, cares, respects their diverse backgrounds, and prepares them well for the future.
• Trauma: 40% of students report difficult memories bother them on a regular basis and 15% reported someone threatened to harm them in the last two weeks.
• Health resources: More than 70% have good access to medical and dental care.
• Caregiving responsibilities: 58% of students report regularly engaging in caregiving for a family member, such as a younger sibling, parent, or grandparent.
• Mental health: 43% have trouble staying focused and 22% feel lonely.
• Transportation: 22% did not have adequate transportation to school.
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Ethnicity
Number of completed assessments: 75
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The teachers and staff at Fusion are knowledgeable and caring.
Number of completed assessments: 75
of students reported that the Fusion teachers and staff are knowledgeable and caring. 92%
This high percentage suggests that most students feel supported and view the teachers as knowledgeable and caring, contributing to a positive learning environment and student success at Fusion.
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Our curriculum reflects the perspectives of people from diverse backgrounds.
Number of completed assessments: 75
of students reported that the curriculum reflects the perspectives of people from diverse backgrounds.
With 30% of the students disagreeing, more can be done to modify the curriculum to reflect the perspectives of people from diverse backgrounds.
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I feel like Fusion listens to my opinions and interests.
Number of completed assessments: 75
of students feel like Fusion listens to their opinions and interests.
This suggests that Fusion fosters an inclusive and student-centered environment where most student feel heard and valued, enhancing their engagement and satisfaction.
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I have opportunities to get extra help on my school work if I need it.
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93%
of students reported having opportunities to get extra help on their schoolwork if needed.
This suggests that Fusion provides strong academic support, ensuring students can receive the assistance they need to succeed.
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Fusion is preparing me well for life after graduation.
Number of completed assessments: 75
81%
of students reported that Fusion is preparing them well for life after graduation.
Only 19% disagreed or were neutral, so this could be an area to address in the future.
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I feel welcome when I enter the school.
of students reported feeling welcome when they enter the school. 97%
This indicates a highly positive and inclusive atmosphere, fostering a strong sense of belonging.
Number of completed assessments: 75
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Compared to my previous school, my stress level at Fusion has decreased.
Number of completed assessments: 75
of students reported their stress level decreased at Fusion when compared to their previous school.
This indicates that Fusion provides a more supportive and less stressful environment. This contributes to better student wellbeing, although there is always more that can be done to improve student wellbeing.
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I feel satisfied with my progress at Fusion.
Number of completed assessments: 75
84%
of students feel satisfied with their progress at Fusion.
This indicates that the majority of students are experiencing personal or academic growth and are generally content with their development at the school.
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Do you see a need for Fusion to have an internship/apprenticeship program?
Number of completed assessments: 75
of students see a need for Fusion to have an internship/apprenticeship program.
Although only 41% indicated a need for internships or apprenticeships, 13% did not know what an internship is. More can be done to educate students on internships.
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Do you see a need for Fusion to have a mentoring program?
Number of completed assessments: 75
of students see a need for Fusion to have a mentoring program.
This suggests that many would benefit from additional guidance, highlighting an opportunity to enhance student support and development.
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Number of completed assessments: 68
74%
of students have friends that care about them.
This suggests that 26% may not have friends that care about them which makes fostering belonging and a supportive peer environment even more important.
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I feel well supported by my community.
Number of completed assessments: 68
75%
of students feel well supported by their community.
This suggests that 25% may not feel well supported and could benefit from additional support.
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I feel well supported at home.
Number of completed assessments: 68
students feel well supported at home.
This suggests that 22% may not feel well supported at home and could benefit from additional support.
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My family has enough financial resources to meet our needs.
Number of completed assessments: 68
78%
of students reported that their family has enough financial resources to meet their needs.
This suggests that 22% may need additional financial help.
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I have a place to go when I am sick or injured (doctor's office or clinic).
Number of completed assessments: 68
100%
of students reported that they have a place to go when they are sick or injured (doctor's office or clinic).
This is great news!
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I get checkups on my teeth every 6 months.
Number of completed assessments: 68
of students reported they get checkups on their teeth every 6 months.
This suggests that 31% may need additional help accessing dental care.
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I have health needs that are not being met.
Number of completed assessments: 68
Although only 13% of students reported health needs not being met, 24% didn’t agree or disagree which may highlight a need for access to health care.
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I struggle with addiction (drugs, alcohol, gambling, etc.).
Number of completed assessments: 68
22%
of students reported they struggle with addiction or didn’t want to report it.
This suggests that students may be willing to seek help if they are admitting their addiction struggles.
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Number of completed assessments: 68
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I have access to healthy food.
Number of completed assessments: 68
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Number of completed assessments: 68
This indicates that some students struggle getting enough sleep.
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I am able to manage my negative thoughts about myself, others, and the situation I am in.
Number of completed assessments: 68
75%
of students are able to manage their negative thoughts about themselves, others, and the situation they’re in.
This indicates that 25% are unable to manage their negative thoughts and may need additional support.
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I can manage difficult emotions, such as anger, anxiety, fear, sadness, etc.
Number of completed assessments: 68
of students can manage difficult emotions, such as anger, anxiety, fear, sadness, etc. 62%
This indicates that 38% are unable to manage difficult emotions, such as anger, anxiety, fear, and sadness and may need additional support.
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Difficult memories bother me often.
Number of completed assessments: 75
of students reported that difficult memories bother them often. 40%
This indicates that 25% are unable to manage their negative thoughts and may need additional support.
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I am learning about things I'm interested in.
Number of completed assessments: 68
of students reported learning about things they’re interested in. 82%
This suggests that the majority of students are engaged with their studies.
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I know what inspires me.
Number of completed assessments: 68
of students reported knowing what inspires them.
This suggests 25% may benefit from learning more about themselves.
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participant survey results of students know what gives them purpose. 72%
Number of completed assessments: 68
This suggests 28% may benefit from programs or curriculum that helps them define their purpose.
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I can describe myself in a positive way.
Number of completed assessments: 68
73%
of students can describe themselves in a positive way.
This suggests 27% may benefit from programs or curriculum that fosters positive self-image.
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I have access to activities that are meaningful to me.
Number of completed assessments: 68
78%
of students know what gives them purpose.
This suggests 28% may benefit from programs or curriculum that helps them define their purpose.
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I have opportunities to be generous or help others.
Number of completed assessments: 68
of students have opportunities to be generous or help others.
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I provide care for someone in my family with health needs.
Number of completed assessments: 68
57%
of students provide care for someone in their family with health needs.
This indicates that a majority of students may be under significant stress and require more academic and mental health support.
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I am able to forgive others when wronged.
Number of completed assessments: 68
of students are able to forgive others when wronged.
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I am able to forgive myself when I make
Number of completed assessments: 68
of students forgive themselves when they make mistakes. 71%
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In the past two weeks, we had both power and water in our living situation.
96%
of students had both power and water in their living situation in the past two weeks.
There are still 3% of students who have experienced living without power and water recently.
Number of completed assessments: 68
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In the past two weeks, I felt confident I had a place to live.
93%
of students reported that in the past two weeks they had a place to live.
There are still 7% of students who do not feel confident in having a place to live.
Number of completed assessments: 68
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In the past two weeks, I was worried I would run out of food.
of students reported that in the past two weeks they were worried they would run out of food. 10%
Food insecurity is an issue for some Fusion students.
Number of completed assessments: 68
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In the past two weeks, someone threatened to harm me.
Number of completed assessments: 68
of students reported that in the past two weeks someone threatened to harm them.
This suggests that students may need intervention and support programs to address bullying and conflict resolution as well as be encouraged to report threats.
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In the past two weeks, I felt healthy and well most of the time.
Number of completed assessments: 68
73%
of students reported that in the past two weeks they felt healthy and well most of the time.
There are still 6% of students who did not feel healthy and well.
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In the past two weeks, I felt happy most of the time.
of students reported that in the past two weeks they felt happy most of the time. 91%
There are still 9% of students who did not feel happy.
Number of completed assessments: 68
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In the past two weeks, I was bullied online or in person.
of students reported that in the past two weeks they were bullied online or in person.
This suggests that students may need intervention and support programs to address bullying and conflict resolution as well as be encouraged to report threats.
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In the past two weeks, I had transportation to get to school.
of students reported that in the past two weeks they had transportation to get to school. 78% Number of
Fusion has offered transportation for students, but there are still 10% of students who do not have transportation to school.
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In the past two weeks, I felt lonely.
Number of completed assessments: 68
of students reported that in the past two weeks they felt lonely. 22%
This highlights the need for increased attention on belonging and student mental health.
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In the past two weeks, I felt energized.
Number of completed assessments: 68
of students reported that in the past two weeks they felt energized.
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In the past two weeks, I was happy with the direction of my life.
Number of completed assessments: 68
60%
of students reported that in the past two weeks they felt happy with the direction of their lives.
40% of students were either indifferent or were not happy with the direction of their lives which may suggest they need support.
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In the past two weeks, I had trouble staying focused.
Number of completed assessments: 68
44%
of students reported that in the past two weeks they had trouble staying focused.
Further investigation may be needed to determine the causes of difficulty in focusing. Potential factors include digital distractions, insufficient sleep, and stress.
Key family survey findings:
• Strengths: More than 90% of parents state their input is valued, that their students feel welcome, have less stress than at their previous school, diverse backgrounds respected, and are being prepared well for the future.
• Areas of Concern: Trauma - 38% say their child is often troubled by a bad memory; 18% had trouble with transportation to school, 17% have had trouble with maintaining water or power; 12% were worried about running out of food in the last two weeks.
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Ethnicity
Caucasian or White Black or African American Hispanic, Latino/a, or Spanish origin Asian or Asian American American Indian or Alaska Native Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
Another race, ethnicity, or origin (please specify)
*Some participants chose more than one ethnicity.
Number of completed assessments: 84
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Gender
Number of completed assessments: 84
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Zip Code
Number of completed assessments: 84
Turlock
Outside of Turlock
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Number of completed assessments: 84
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Number of children
Number of completed assessments: 84
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Reasons for attending Fusion Charter
Other reasons for attending Fusion Charter
• “recommended”
• “online option”
• “needed more 1 on 1 to provide a learning environment that she understands”
• “mental health”
• “Fusion is a great school and I had a daughter that graduated from Fusion.”
• “She doesn't do well in big crowds.”
• “because of my student's grades”
*Respondents selected multiple reasons for attending Fusion Charter.
Number of completed assessments: 84
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of families reported that their student feels welcome when they enter the school.
Fusion is very welcoming.
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My student feels welcome when they enter the school.
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of families reported that their student’s stress level has decreased after enrolling in Fusion.
Fusion’s environment, programs, or support systems are effective in reducing stress for the majority of students.
My student's stress level has decreased after enrolling in Fusion.
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Fusion values the input of parents and families.
of families reported that Fusion values the input of parents and families.
This suggests the school fosters strong communication and collaboration with families.
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Fusion's curriculum reflects the perspectives of people from diverse backgrounds.
of families reported that Fusion's curriculum reflects the perspectives of people from diverse backgrounds.
This suggests that the school offers an inclusive and culturally responsive curriculum, promoting diversity and representation.
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95%
of families reported that there is good communication between Fusion and parents/families.
This suggests that Fusion fosters strong connection and ensure that parents are wellinformed.
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There is good communication between Fusion and parents/families.
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This indicates that Fusion effectively equips students with skills and knowledge for post-graduation success. 92%
of families reported that Fusion is preparing their student for life after graduation.
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Fusion is preparing my student for life after graduation.
Number of completed assessments:
76%
of families reported that they see a need for Fusion to have an internship/apprenticeship program?
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Do you see a need for Fusion to have an internship/apprenticeship program?
of families reported that they see a need for Fusion to have a mentoring program.
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Do you see a need for Fusion to have a mentoring program?
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92%
of families reported that Fusion is preparing their student for life after graduation.
This indicates that Fusion effectively equips students with skills and knowledge for post-graduation success.
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Fusion is preparing my student for life after graduation.
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In the past two weeks, my student has had trouble staying focused.
Agree
20%
of families reported that in the past two weeks their student has had trouble staying focused.
This suggests some students may need additional support to stay engaged.
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My student feels safe at school.
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My student feels safe in our neighborhood.
This suggests that the majority of students feel safe in their neighborhood, but there are some students who do not feel safe.
Number of completed assessments: 82 of families reported that their students feels safe in their neighborhood.
75% of families reported that their students have enough healthy friendships and social relationships.
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My student has enough healthy friendships and social relationships. Number
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of families reported that their student feels safe in their neighborhood.
My student has a healthy living environment.
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Our family has enough financial resources to meet our needs.
Families reported that their family has enough financial resources to meet our needs.
This suggests there are 25% of families who need financial support.
94% of families reported that their family has a primary care provider (doctor, nurse practitioner, etc.)
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Our family has a primary care provider (doctor, nurse practitioner, etc.) Number
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of families reported that their family has a dentist.
Our family has a dentist.
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19% of families reported that their family has unmet health needs. Number of completed assessments:
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My student struggles with substance abuse.
5%
of families reported their family has unmet health needs.
of families reported that their student struggles with substance abuse.
This is a relatively small amount, but an additional 12% were neutral which may suggest that they don’t know if their student struggles.
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43% of families reported that substance abuse is a concern for their community.
Only 5% of families reported that their student struggles with substance abuse, but more families reported that it was a concern for the community which may suggest that there is either under reporting or a gap between perception and reality.
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Substance abuse is a concern for my community.
Number of completed assessments: 82
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Our family has opportunities to exercise regularly.
79% of families reported that their family has opportunities to exercise regularly. Number of completed assessments:
86% of families reported that their family has good access to healthy food.
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This suggests that there is a minority of students who need more access to healthy food.
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70%
student gets enough sleep.
of families reported that their student gets enough sleep. Number
68% of families reported that their student can manage negative thoughts about self, others, and the situation they are in.
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My student is able to manage negative thoughts about self, others, and the situation they are in.
This suggests that there may be a need for more mental health support.
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67% of families reported that their student can manage difficult emotions, such as anger, anxiety, fear, sadness, etc.
This suggests that there may be a need for more mental health support.
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My student can manage difficult emotions, such as anger, anxiety, fear, sadness, etc.
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39% of families reported that their student is often impacted by one or more difficult memories.
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My student is often impacted by one or more difficult memories.
This suggests that there may be a need for additional mental health support.
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78% of families reported that their student can describe who they are in a positive way.
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My student can describe who they are in a positive way.
Number of completed assessments: 82
85%
of families reported that their student often learns about things they are interested in or value.
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My student often learns about things they are interested in or value.
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83% of families reported that their student has access to activities that feel meaningful to them.
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My student has access to activities that feel meaningful to them.
Number of completed assessments: 82
89% of families reported that their student often helps other members of the family (young children, grandparents, etc.).
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My student often helps other members of the family (young children, grandparents, etc.).
This indicates that most students have responsibilities to care for family members which could impact academic performance.
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71% of families reported that their student is able to forgive others when wronged.
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My student is able to forgive others when wronged.
Number of completed assessments: 82
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In the past two weeks, our family has had problems with power and water in our living situation.
of families reported that in the past two weeks their family has had problems with power and water in their living situation.
Number of completed assessments: 82
17%
of families reported that they have had problems with power and water in their living situation in the past.
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In the past, our family has had problems with power and water in our living situation.
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4%
of families reported that in the past two weeks they were worried about having a place to live.
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In the past two weeks, I was worried about having a place to live.
Even though there are only a few families who reported being worried about having a place to live, there is still a need to have resources for those in need.
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12%
of families reported that in the past two weeks they were worried they would run out of food.
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In the past two weeks, I was worried we would run out of food.
This suggests that families may be experiencing food insecurity.
*Other – Fixed income so food is always a concern.
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In the past two weeks, someone threatened to harm my student.
5%
of families reported that in the past two weeks someone threatened to harm their student.
This indicates that although only a minority of students may be experiencing threats, there is still a need to monitor safety and address bullying.
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1% of families reported that in the past two weeks someone threatened to harm them.
In the past two weeks, someone threatened to harm me.
Number of completed assessments: 82
78%
of families reported that in the past two weeks their student felt healthy and well most of the time.
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In the past two weeks, my student felt healthy and well most of the time.
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86% of families reported that in the past two weeks they felt healthy and well most of the time.
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In the past two weeks, I felt healthy and well most of the time.
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In the past two weeks, my student was bullied online or inperson.
Agree
This suggests that students may need intervention and support programs to address bullying and conflict resolution as well as be encouraged to report threats.
15% of families reported that in the past two weeks their student was bullied online or in-person. Number of completed assessments:
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In the past two weeks, my student had adequate transportation for schooling.
79%
of families reported that in the past two weeks their student had adequate transportation for schooling.
This suggests that students may need more assistance with transportation to school.
*Other – ”Sometimes I don’t have gas.”
Number of completed assessments: 82
67%
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In the past two weeks, my student was energized to go school.
of families reported that in the past two weeks their student was energized to go to school. Number of completed assessments:
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In the past, our family has had problems with transportation.
38%
of families reported that their family has had problems with transportation in the past.
This shows that there was some improvement in transportation from the past, but there is still a need for student transportation to school.
*Other – Changes in a parent’s work schedule impacted their ability to provide transportation for their student.
Number of completed assessments: 82
18% of families reported that in the past two weeks their student felt lonely.
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In the past two weeks, my student felt lonely.
Number of completed assessments: 82
76% of families reported that in the past two weeks they have been happy with the direction of their family's life.
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In the past two weeks, I was happy with the direction of my family's life.
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Key staff findings:
• Strengths: More than 90% feel satisfied with their jobs, agree students and staff feel safe, and believe that Fusion fosters good communication with families and engages the community well.
• Areas of Concern: 54% regularly worry about their finances, 47% are often impacted by difficult memories, 40% felt lonely, 27% don't see a dentist regularly, and 21% have unmet health needs.
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Fusion conducts initiatives to create a healthy environment (recycling, sustainability efforts, etc.)
Number of completed assessments: 19
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Students and staff feel physically safe at school.
Strongly agree 26% Agree 74% Neither agree nor disagree 0% Disagree 0% Strongly
Number of completed assessments: 19
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of Fusion staff agree that students and staff feel physically safe at school.
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Fusion values the input of students and families.
Number of completed assessments: 19
100%
of Fusion staff agree that Fusion values the input of students and families.
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Fusion's curriculum reflects the perspectives of people from diverse backgrounds.
Number of completed assessments: 19
of Fusion staff agree that Fusion’s curriculum reflects the perspective of people from diverse backgrounds.
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Staff participant survey results of Fusion staff agree that there is good communication between Fusion and parents/families.
There is good communication between Fusion and parents/families.
Number of completed assessments: 19 95%
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Staff participant survey results of Fusion staff agree that the professional development opportunities at Fusion are meeting their needs.
The professional development opportunities at Fusion are meeting my needs.
Number of completed assessments: 19
90%
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Staff participant survey results of Fusion staff agree that Fusion has an effective strategy for engaging the community. Strongly agree
Fusion has an effective strategy for engaging the community.
Number of completed assessments: 19
90%
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Staff participant survey results of Fusion staff agree that Fusion is preparing students for life after graduation.
Fusion is preparing students for life after graduation.
Number of completed assessments: 19
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Staff at Fusion are friendly and collaborative.
Staff participant survey results of Fusion staff agree that staff at Fusion are friendly and collaborative.
Number of completed assessments: 19
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I have one or more close friendships at work.
Number of completed assessments: 19
of Fusion staff agree that they have one or more close friendships at work. Strongly agree
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I have enough financial resources to meet my basic needs.
Number of completed assessments: 19
of Fusion staff agree that they enough financial resources to meet their basic needs.
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I regularly worry about my finances.
Number of completed assessments: 19
of Fusion staff indicated that they regularly worry about their finances.
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I have a relationship with a primary care provider for routine healthcare.
Number of completed assessments: 19
of Fusion staff reported having a relationship with a primary care provider for routine healthcare.
16% of staff indicated that they don’t have a relationship with a primary care provider for routine healthcare. This lack of connection with a healthcare provider could mean that they are not receiving preventative health care which could lead to undiagnosed health care issues. This may require further investigation.
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I see a dentist for regular checkups (every 6 months).
Staff participant survey results of Fusion staff reported seeing a dentist for regular checkups (every 6 months).
Number of completed assessments: 19
16% of staff indicated that they don’t see a dentist for regular checkups which could lead to dental issues in the future. This may require further investigation.
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Staff participant survey results of Fusion staff reported that they have unmet health needs.
I have unmet health needs.
Strongly agree 5%
This highlights a need for further exploration into why these health needs are unmet, such as cost, availability of services, or time constraints.
Number of completed assessments: 19
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Staff participant survey results of Fusion staff agree this school has a nonjudgemental approach to addiction issues.
This school has a nonjudgemental approach to addiction issues.
Number of completed assessments: 19
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I have opportunities to exercise regularly.
Number of completed assessments: 19
of Fusion staff reported having opportunities to exercise regularly.
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I have opportunities to eat healthy food at school.
Number of completed assessments: 19
of Fusion staff reported having opportunities to eat healthy food at school.
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In general, I get enough sleep.
of Fusion staff reported getting enough sleep.
Number of completed assessments: 19
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I am able to manage my negative thoughts about self, others, and circumstances.
Number of completed assessments: 19
of Fusion staff reported having the ability to manage negative thoughts.
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Staff participant survey results of Fusion staff reported that they can manage difficult emotions, such as anger, anxiety, fear, sadness, etc.
I can manage difficult emotions, such as anger, anxiety, fear,
Number of completed assessments: 19
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I am often impacted by one or more difficult memories.
Number of completed assessments: 19
of Fusion staff reported that they are often impacted by one or more difficult memories.
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I often learn about things I'm interested in or value.
Number of completed assessments: 19
95% of Fusion staff reported that they often learn about things they are interested in or value.
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I know what inspires me and gives me purpose.
Number of completed assessments: 19
of Fusion staff reported that they know what inspires them and gives them purpose.
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I can describe myself in a positive way.
Number of completed assessments: 19
of Fusion staff reported that they can describe themselves in a positive way.
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I regularly participate in activities that are meaningful to me.
Number of completed assessments: 19
of Fusion staff reported that they regularly participate in activities that are meaningful to them.
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Staff participant survey results of Fusion staff reported that they have enough opportunities to be generous or help others.
I have enough opportunities to be generous or help others.
Number of completed assessments: 19
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I am able to forgive myself when I make mistakes.
Staff participant survey results of Fusion staff reported that they are able to forgive themselves when they make mistakes.
Number of completed assessments: 19
This suggests that some staff may struggle with self-forgiveness which could impact mental health and job satisfaction. Additional support or resources could be beneficial to grow greater self-compassion among the staff.
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Staff participant survey results of Fusion staff reported that they are able to forgive others when wronged.
I am able to forgive others when wronged.
Number of completed assessments: 19
There is a small minority of staff who struggle to forgive others. This may suggest a need for additional resources on conflict resolution..
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Staff participant survey results of Fusion staff reported that in the past two weeks they felt healthy and well most of the time.
In the past two weeks, I felt healthy and well most of the time.
Number of completed assessments: 19
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Staff participant survey results of Fusion staff reported that in the past two weeks they felt happy most of the time.
In the past two weeks, I felt happy most of the time.
Number of completed assessments: 19
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In the past two weeks, I felt happy with the direction of my life.
Number of completed assessments: 19
of Fusion staff reported that in the past two weeks they felt happy with the direction of their life.
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In the past two weeks, I felt satisfied with my job.
Number of completed assessments: 19
of Fusion staff reported that in the past two weeks they felt satisfied with their job.
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In the past two weeks, I felt lonely.
Number of completed assessments: 19
of Fusion staff reported that in the past two weeks they felt lonely.
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In the past two weeks, I felt energized.
of Fusion staff reported that in the past two weeks they felt energized. Strongly agree
Number of completed assessments: 19
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Do you see a need for Fusion to have a tutoring program?
Number of completed assessments: 19
of Fusion staff reported that they saw a need for Fusion to have a tutoring program.
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Do you see a need for Fusion to have an internship/apprenticeship program?
of Fusion staff reported that they saw a need for Fusion to have an internship/apprenticeship program.
Number of completed assessments: 19
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Staff
participant survey results of Fusion staff reported that they saw a need for Fusion to have a mentoring program.
Do you see a need for Fusion to have a mentoring program?
Number of completed assessments: 19
Please list any services/programs you would like
Fusion to offer:
• More time for students to practice their math and writing skills
• Mental health
• Student work prep
• CPR training for students, mock job interviews, working with garden/farm volunteers
• Breakfast Options (currently provided)
• Local job tours
Key community findings:
• Resources: 78% of community members are willing to discuss Fusion’s needs with students.
• Value: 73% of community members see Fusion’s commitment to developing the potential of each student.
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Community participant demographics
Race/ethnicity
Number of completed assessments: 11
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codes
Number of completed assessments: 11
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Gender
Number of completed assessments: 11
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Age
Number of completed assessments: 11
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Organizations
Number of completed assessments: 11
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Do you provide resources in the neighborhood within a mile of Fusion?
Number of completed assessments: 12
of community members indicated that they provide resources in the neighborhood within a mile of Fusion.
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Fusion is committed to developing the potential of each student.
Number of completed assessmen1s: 11
of community members indicated that Fusion is committed to developing the potential of each student.
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Disagree, 0% Strongly Disagree, 0% Fusion is safe.
Neither Agree or Disagree, 45%
Agree, 18%
Strongly agree, 36%
Number of completed assessments: 12
45%indicatedthey“neitheragree ordisagree”whichmayindicate they’renotfamiliarwithFusion. of community members indicated that Fusion is safe. 54%
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The neighborhood surrounding Fusion is safe.
Neither Agree or Disagree, 27% Disagree, 18% Strongly
Strongly agree, 0%
Agree, 55%
Number of completed assessments: 11
of community members agreed that the neighborhood surrounding Fusion is safe.
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Fusion values the input of community members.
Neither Agree or Disagree, 9% Disagree, 9% Strongly Disagree, 0%
Agree, 36%
Number of completed assessments: 11
Strongly agree, 46%
82%
of community members agreed that Fusion values the input of community members.
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Fusion supports student learning through apprenticeships/internships with local employers and/or industries.
Number of completed assessments: 11
of community members indicated that Fusion supports student learning through apprenticeships/internships with local employers and/or industries.
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Fusion supports student learning through projects focused on local issues.
Number of completed assessments: 11
of community members indicated that Fusion supports student learning through projects on local issues.
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Fusion supports student learning through mentoring by members of the local community.
Number of completed assessments: 11
of community members indicated that Fusion supports student learning through mentoring by members of the local community.
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How often have you visited Fusion in the past 12 months? of community members have never visited Fusion.
Number of completed assessments: 11
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Do you see a need for Fusion to have a tutoring program?
Number of completed assessments: 11
of community members see a need for Fusion to have a tutoring program.
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Community participant survey results
Do you see a need for Fusion to have an internship/apprenticeship program?
Number of completed assessments: 11
of community members see a need for Fusion to have an internship/apprenticeship program.
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Community participant survey results
Do you see a need for Fusion to have a mentoring program?
Number of completed assessments: 9
of community members see a need for Fusion to have a mentoring program.
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Would you be open to participating in discussions with Fusion students to better understand their needs?
Yes, please. No, thank you.
Number of completed assessments: 9
of community members are open to participating in discussions with Fusion students to better understand their needs.
Please list any resources provided to students at Fusion in the past 12 months.
• Education
• Turlock Community Collaborative Directory
Please list additional comments or ways you would like to help Fusion
• Would like to learn more about the school
• Be an advocate for Fusion students
• Provide college interns to help out at Fusion
• Stan State is happy to help with student volunteers or partner on other opportunities
Opportunities:
More than 40% of parents and community members see the value in having mentoring, tutoring, and internship opportunities.
Summary
Fusion Charter School excels in creating a caring and inclusive community that empowers students to overcome current challenges and prepare for a successful future.
