Programs that Work
The PPN site features descriptions of evaluated programs that improve outcomes for children. PPN programs are organized by four major outcome areas, and sub-categorized by indicators within each outcome area. PPN programs can be found under the indicators below and may be related to more than one indicator.
View Programs by Indicator
Healthy and Safe Children
Children experiencing good physical health
Youths not using alcohol, tobacco, or illegal drugs
Youths abstaining from sexual activity or not engaging in risky sexual behavior
Children and youth not engaging in violent behavior or displaying serious conduct problems
Children not experiencing physical, psychological or emotional abuse
Children not experiencing anxiety or mood disorders, such as depression
Babies born weighing more than 5.5 pounds and improving outcomes for low birth weight babies
Children Ready for School
Children ages 0 to 5 exhibiting age-appropriate mental and physical development
Children Succeeding in School
Students performing at grade level or meeting state curriculum standards
Strong Families
Families increasing economic self-sufficiency
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