Center for Research and Evaluation on Education and Human Services
The Center for Research and Evaluation on Education and Human Services (CREEHS) is a research and evaluation center housed within Montclair State University’s College for Education and Engaged Learning. CREEHS provides independent and objective evaluation, applied research and program planning services to institutions of higher education, community-based organizations, state and municipal agencies, school districts and foundations to assist them in meeting their specific goals and objectives related to education, public health and other human services. The Center also provides training and evaluation capacity building services in related areas.
- evalcenter@montclair.edu
- 973-655-4247
- University Hall 3124
- Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:30PM
Our Vision
The vision of CREEHS is to partner with organizations and scholars to plan, strengthen, and sustain the services they provide for the well-being of communities.
Our Mission
The Center’s mission is to partner with clients to collect and use data to strengthen their programs and services. We tailor our services to meet the unique needs of our clients and their stakeholders. We provide high-quality program planning and evaluation services, applying innovative and collaborative techniques to bridge the gap between research and practice. This includes building capacity and providing hands-on training to individuals who serve the community.
Ultimately, our goal is to help our clients use information in ways that improve their programs so there are better outcomes for program stakeholders.
Program Planning & Evaluation Services
Planning
Needs assessment, program design
Evaluation
Evaluation design, instrument development
Data & Reporting
Data collection, data analysis, reporting
Capacity Building
Workshops, trainings, and technical assistance
Areas We Serve
Education
Teacher preparation, professional development, community schools, after-school programs, STEM education
Public Health & Health Care
Community health, active living and healthy eating, food security, diabetes care
Human Services
Substance abuse intervention, aging, service learning, youth development, community development
Our Clients
State and municipal agencies
(e.g., NJ Department of Human Services, NJ Department of Health, Fort Lee Health Department, Township of Leonia)
School districts and higher education
(e.g., Paterson Public Schools, Newark Board of Education, Montclair State University, NJIT)
Community organizations, non-profits, & foundations
(e.g., Food Bank of South Jersey, Zufall Health, Partners for Health Foundation, American Academy of Pediatrics - NJ Chapter)