SCHOOL SUPPORT PROGRAM (SSP) Third Annual Performance Monitoring Report

Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Palestinian Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE). The program aims to improve the quality of education in Palestinian schools, with a focus on teacher development, school infrastructure, and community engagement. The SSP has made significant progress in its third year, with a total of 120 schools participating in the program. Parent councils have been established in all participating schools, with a total of 1,200 parents involved in the program. These councils have been instrumental in promoting community engagement and supporting school improvement plans. The Leadership & Teacher Development Program (LDP) has been a key component of the SSP, with 240 teachers participating in the program. The LDP has focused on developing leadership and teaching skills, with a particular emphasis on improving student achievement. The program has also included in-service teacher training, computer workshops, and professional learning communities. The SSP has also made significant progress in improving school infrastructure, with a total of 60 science labs and libraries renovated or upgraded. The program has also equipped the renovated science labs with modern equipment, including solar panels. The Al-Quds University Science Museum has also been established as a resource for teachers and students. In addition to these achievements, the SSP has also made progress in promoting co- and extracurricular activities, including the Career Counseling Development Program (CCDP), the HEART Program, and the Child Resilience Program. These programs have been designed to support student development and well-being, and have been well-received by students and teachers. The SSP has also made significant progress in monitoring and evaluation, with a total of 12,000 students participating in achievement tests. The program has also conducted a data quality assessment, which has identified areas for improvement. The SSP has also established a geospatial management information system (GeOMIS) to track student progress and school performance. Overall, the SSP has made significant progress in its third year, with a focus on improving teacher development, school infrastructure, and community engagement. The program has also made progress in promoting co- and extracurricular activities and improving student achievement. With continued support and funding, the SSP is well-positioned to make a lasting impact on the education sector in Palestine. The SSP has also established a number of partnerships with local and international organizations, including the National Institute for Educational Training (NIET) and the Assessment & Evaluation Department (AED) of the MoEHE. These partnerships have been instrumental in supporting the program's goals and objectives. In terms of financial management, the SSP has been successful in managing its budget, with a total of $10 million allocated for the third year. The program has also been successful in meeting its targets, with a total of 120 schools participating in the program and 1,200 parents involved in the parent councils.