How does JAG primarily measure its effectiveness?

JAG primarily measures its effectiveness through participant graduation and employment rates because these metrics directly reflect the program's ability to fulfill its mission of helping students succeed in their education and transition into the workforce. High graduation rates indicate that students are completing their educational programs, while strong employment rates demonstrate that they are effectively securing jobs after graduation. By focusing on these outcomes, JAG can assess how well it is preparing its participants for both academic and career success, which are key indicators of the program's overall impact.

In contrast, conducting annual financial audits is more about accountability and financial management rather than measuring effectiveness pertaining to student outcomes. Evaluating program costs solely does not provide insight into how well participants are performing after engaging with JAG programs. Similarly, tracking volunteer hours logged, while useful for understanding community engagement, does not assess the core objectives of educational achievement and employment rates which are critical for measuring the program's success. Thus, using graduation and employment rates provides a clearer picture of JAG's influence on its participants' futures.