Preparing for the SAT May 18, 2008
What to Know, How to Study and Why It's Not the End of the World. Discusses the SAT- what to expect, when to begin studying, and how to study for such an important exam. (Suite101.com)
New Britain Seventh-Grader Makes Great Strides With Reading May 12, 2008
An aspiring lawyer, she has also been chosen to participate in a selective college preparation program this summer at Central Connecticut State University. She most enjoys reading mystery stories and terror tales. (FOX61, CT)
Education experts: LISD college graduation stats outdated Apr 19, 2008
She said LISD has taken steps to increase college preparation. Steps include having all 10th and 11th graders take the PSAT; open enrollment in the International Baccalaureate and Advanced Placement programs; and participation in the Texas Scholars Program, which encourages students to take more rigorous courses. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Bill dumps CSAPs Apr 19, 2008
Gov. Bill Ritter declared in January that Colorado schools should adopt college preparation as their chief mission. With a bipartisan group of lawmakers, he is pushing SB 212, which steers schools to the college-prep mission. (Durango Herald)
What's happening to local speech classes? Apr 19, 2008
all in the name of giving more resources over to No Child Left Behind and other college preparation classes. all at a time when record numbers of kids are being rejected at University of California and California State University campuses. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Vocational education funds are welcome, but not enough Mar 29, 2008
Some schools are responding by re-establishing a few classes that teach students the technical skills they need to land jobs right out of high school, better engage hands-on learners or simply provide an energizing rhythm to a school day otherwise dominated by hard-core college preparation classes. A new round of vocational education grants is expected to be announced soon, and the Fresno Unified School District hopes to be among the schools getting money in the next group. (Fresno Bee)
IB at a critical numbers juncture Mar 27, 2008
The IB Diploma Programme at LHS offers rigorous college preparation for juniors and seniors. IB graduates report the time management skills learned in IB make the transition to college much easier. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Nyssa school gains national honors Mar 22, 2008
Ball said he feels Nyssa s focus is on getting students the help they need along with a focus on college preparation. It gives them an opportunity and an easier transition to college, Ball said. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Navigating enrollment discourages many students from pursuing aspirations Mar 21, 2008
The consortium s first report in this series, From High School to the Future: A First Look at Chicago Public School Graduates College Enrollment, College Preparation, and Graduation from Four-year Colleges, showed that increasing qualifications is the most important strategy to improving students college participation, access to four-year and more selective colleges, and ultimately college graduation rates. This second report in the series tackles some of the unresolved issues identified in the... (Univeristy of Chicago Chronicle, IL)
Peoples Educational Holdings, Inc. To Report Third Quarter, Fiscal 2008 Results on April 7, 2008 Mar 20, 2008
College Preparation Product Group -- We distribute and publish instructional materials that meet the required academic standards for high schools honors, college preparation, and Advanced Placement courses ... We also publish our own proprietary college preparation supplements and ancillary materials ... These forward-looking statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties, including (1) demand from major customers, (2) effects of competition, (3) changes in product or customer mix or... (PR Newswire)
New group helps Latino teens find 'Utopia' Mar 19, 2008
LEJO provides college preparation guidance that includes high school course requirements, resumes, SAT, ACT study guides, college and scholarship applications and tours of colleges. Utopia students recently held a dance that raised more than $2,000 that will be used to establish a scholarship fund. (Calhoun Times, GA)
Bill would pressure top brass in schools Mar 18, 2008
That includes dropout prevention strategies, college preparation strategies, leadership development and community responsibility, parental involvement and other factors. Brown said leadership - both in the schools and in the community - is a major issue in Mississippi. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Living Legends Encourages Children To Go To College Mar 18, 2008
Katherine Willis, a student coordinator majoring in Latin American studies, told children about Multicultural Services college preparation program. "You can take classes before you even go to college to get ready," Willis said. (The Daily Universe, UT)
State rep gets House OK for compact to help children from military families Mar 7, 2008
A common issue is that many states require classes in the state constitution or state history; a student who spends his high school career in four different states accompanying a parent in the military might be required to take four different state history classes and be prevented from taking classes that are more helpful to his education or college preparation. Other problematic issues include enrollment, immunization policies, and extra-curricular activity eligibility, including sports. (Waynesille Daily Guide, MO)
Wearing two hats:High school students become business owners Mar 5, 2008
As if hours of homework, after-school activities and college preparation weren t enough to fill a schedule, a pair of teenagers has opened a retail store in Newton Centre. In a subterranean retail space, just off the main triangle, the high school students have introduced an offbeat clothing store for suburban youth. (Newton Tab, MA)
Service readies foster children for independence Mar 4, 2008
The LINKS program provides assistance through monthly meetings, college preparation classes, summer camps, mentoring programs, community service projects, leisure trips and more. Money for living expenses is also available to LINKS members, Carson said. (The Daily Reflector)
Board looks at college readiness Feb 29, 2008
The college preparation class that may be offered in the eighth and ninth grades would seek to instill that college-minded behavior in them ... Offering in-school tutorials, study hall and a college preparation course could provide students with the direction they need to succeed in life ... The school board did not take action on the AE plan, the College Readiness Program or the college preparation class at its meeting. (Sealy News, TX)
Hispanic leaders starting sixth year Feb 26, 2008
The program also includes college preparation guidance through SAT and ACT study courses, help with college and scholarship applications and college tours. The LEJO resource center has offered educational programs, symposiums, workshops and a variety of forums addressing cultural competency, immigration law, Georgia law and legal rights. (Calhoun Times, GA)
Board renews Hairston's contract Feb 8, 2008
Board members praised Hairston's decision to eliminate low-level courses, launch a college preparation program for average students and place greater emphasis on science, technology, engineering and mathematics courses. The school system, board member Earnest Hines said, is serving ever-increasing numbers of minority and non-English speaking students. (Towson Jeffersonian, MD)
County’s first charter school coming here Jan 31, 2008
The school also puts an emphasis on parent involvement, along with character development and college preparation. The parent, in our concept, is the primary instructor for their child and we are partners with them, Wilson said. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Dr. RON PHILLIPS:Career Expo will help high schoolers find professions Jan 26, 2008
Education and business partners will work together to demonstrate the importance of college preparation for employment in the global market. Many jobs require trainingTodays job market requires that most participants have some post-secondary education or training. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
College Prep: Experts say students today need to be tech-savvy Jan 25, 2008
While ACT scores are considered a formal determinant of college preparation, other factors are not as concrete, said Bob Burk, director of admissions for Northern Illinois University. What we're seeing more and more is the faculty expectation of students' basic rudiments of computer education and using software, he said Thursday. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Brevard County's dreamers and doers guide our youth Jan 21, 2008
"Club Esteem was started in the early 1990s by Gladys Williams, who noticed the children in the community didn't have a safe and nurturing environment to go to after they got out of school. In 2001, the Junior League of South Brevard took interest in the program and held a fundraising campaign to raise money to build a facility for youth on city property. Halpern joined as executive director in 2004.It may seem that he wouldn't be the man for the job, at first glimpse. First, he's white, and... (Florida Today)
Boys & Girls Clubs, now more than ever before Jan 18, 2008
Players and families are able to meet their needs at all levels of the game, from recreational to elite, with solid college preparation insights and strategic tournament participation. Every one of our locations has state-of-the-art computer labs and promotes education, good citizenship and character development. (North County Times)
Bain set to buy Bright Horizons Jan 15, 2008
Over the past two years, Bright Horizons has made several acquisitions to expand its services, including College Coach, a higher-margin business that offers college preparation services to employees' children, and Back-Up Care Advantage, a program that provides employees back-up day care services for children and elders. Bain's takeover of Bright Horizons will allow the mature company to make longer-term investments and grow other divisions without being subject to the whims of Wall Street every... (Boston Globe)
Peoples Educational Holdings, Inc. Reports Second Quarter and Year-to-Date Fiscal 2008 Results Jan 12, 2008
College Preparation revenue for the quarter was $2 ... College Preparation revenue was $11 ... Product costs, as a percentage of revenue within our Testing, Assessment and Instruction, and College Preparation product groups are consistent with the prior year. (PR Newswire)
Siena hires soccer coach Jan 11, 2008
The grant will aid the organization's College Preparation Program beginning with students during the summer prior to entering ninth grade. . (Albany Times Union)
6 boro schools ranked tops Jan 4, 2008
The three-step process for analyzing the schools included determining whether students were performing better than state averages, whether less-advantaged black, Hispanic and impoverished students were performing better than state averages for students of similar backgrounds and whether students were receiving above-average college preparation, which was measured by their performances in advanced placement classes and on tests, U.S. News reported ... Thomas A. Edison, located at 165-65 84th Ave.... (Bayside Times, NY)
Schools, state work on remedial pass rates Dec 24, 2007
A task force charged with reducing the number of students needing college preparation classes made recommendations this month that include requiring all high school students to take more academically rigorous classes and adopting a state definition of "college and career readiness.". Colleges have taken the lead in improving remedial pass rates, scheduling courses back-to-back to immerse students in a subject. (The Palm Beach Post)
Mentoring program gives girls strength to succeed Dec 22, 2007
Although the group offers a variety of programs, including a leadership academy, career and college preparation and family enrichment sessions like the one held recently at Cannon, Steele said the group's primary focus is mentoring and providing family support. "This is my purpose," she said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Making the grade: GED grads of all ages, varied situations now ready to tackle new challenges Dec 22, 2007
Others take college preparation classes to ease the move into higher education courseloads. Some are learning English as a second language, and others are taking parenting classes. (Missoulian, MT)
Chicago Journals announces inaugural issue of the Journal of Human Capital Dec 20, 2007
The next article, The Changing Role of Family Income and Ability in Determining Educational Achievement, by Philippe Belley and Lance Lochner, challenges current orthodoxy that emphasizes college preparation over student loans. Using data much more recent than other studies, they reveal that students coming from lower income families are now more restricted by finances in their college education options. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Mark Dantonio Champs Sports Bowl Press Conference Transcript Dec 18, 2007
Football Michigan State University Spartans, Official Athletic Site - Football. Prospective Student-Athletes. (Msuspartans.com)
11 arrested in city schoolyard fight after bomb threat Dec 14, 2007
New Era operates in partnership with the school management company Replications Inc., and its focus is on college preparation and cultural enrichment. Instead of ringing a bell at the end of class periods, the school plays classical music. (SunSpot.net)
Vermont Home to One of Nation's Top High Schools Dec 1, 2007
Evans says he was not shocked because MHS has experienced and talented teachers who have focused on advanced college preparation and demanded strong academic performance. But Evans acknowledges that the small size of the school, just 392 students, helps. (WCAX.com, VT)
State urges tougher college prep curriculum Nov 28, 2007
"The board is sending a strong signal that we need to strengthen college preparation for all our high school graduates," Reville said. The move follows a recent state report that concluded more than a third of public high school graduates attending Massachusetts public colleges must take remedial courses, which do not count for college credit. (Boston Globe)
Higher Teacher Pay On Panel's To-Do List Nov 28, 2007
The other proposals that were approved over opposition would set up a system to hold educators accountable for ensuring that funding is used efficiently and establish separate paths for career training and college preparation. When the task force began meeting, Ritter told members not to concern themselves with how their recommendations would be funded. (CBS 4, CO)
Happily ever after school Nov 17, 2007
Citizen Schools, which runs after-school programs in 18 Massachusetts schools, found that graduates of its eighth grade academy - a high school and college preparation program for after-school participants - outperformed their public school peers on the 10th grade MCAS exam and were more likely to graduate from high school on time and attend college. This week, McGee and St. Fleur called on the state to set up a council that would raise public awareness and political will, as well as... (Boston Globe)
Educational system isn't meeting state's needs Nov 6, 2007
Politicians and the education establishment feed that canard through policies that elevate college preparation above all other considerations. At the same time, however, California is losing millions of potential replacements for those aging baby boom workers by allowing nearly one-third of high school students to drop out without obtaining diplomas. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
School board hopefuls divided over busing, redistricting Nov 3, 2007
By Chris Gosier Staff Writer Published November 3 2007 STAMFORD - In the final debate before Tuesday's election, school board candidates sparred over redistricting, busing policy, state educational aid and college preparation. The debate Thursday at Westover Magnet Elementary School drew six of the eight candidates vying for three seats on the board. (Stamford Advocate)
Chicago leads nation in public military schools, critics decry military influence Nov 3, 2007
School and military officials tout the academies' emphasis on college preparation, discipline and character-building. "These are positive learning environments. I love the sense of leadership. I love the sense of discipline," said Arne Duncan, chief executive of the Chicago school system. (North County Times)
Scholarships awarded to Native Hawaiians for health careers Nov 2, 2007
In addition to career and college preparation for high school students, the focus of the program is to raise an awareness of both allied and professional health careers for Kauai students, specifically Native Hawaiians and to support them in seeking a degree or certification in a health career for them to better serve their community. Students receiving scholarship will be required to provide 20 hours of community service for each 1000 awarded. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Viewpoint- Referendum 1: Voucher Consequences Oct 13, 2007
An institution which, despite its flaws and imperfections, has managed to land Utah in the national top ten rankings for graduation, and scored a solid A grade in college preparation. So why are Utah schools receiving failing grades according to the standards of the No Child Left Behind Act. (The Daily Universe, UT)
Richie Grant Announces 2008 Elite Soccer Camp Oct 11, 2007
Men's Soccer - Memphis Tigers :: The Official Athletic Site. - University of Memphis head men's soccer coach announced today the dates for his third Elite Soccer camp for high school athletes. (Gotigersgo.com)
Fairfield County Scene: Golf outing Oct 8, 2007
The LEAD program offers students in grades five through 12 academic enrichment, homework support, college preparation and job skills training. Contact Lisa James at 357-7000, ext. (Stamford Advocate)
Los Angeles Schools Receive $50M Donation Sep 27, 2007
The $50 million will be spent on numerous programs including bonuses for teachers in hard-to-hire schools; a district-wide Teacher Empowerment Program that allows teachers to apply for grants for their classrooms; a campaign to hire mid-career professionals as teachers; expanding college preparation programs and LA's BEST; leadership training for principals and school uniforms. The Los Angeles branch of Teach For America will receive $4 million to recruit and train teachers for LAUSD.. (NBC4.tv, CA)
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The grant also supports the students' entry into college including financial aid counseling and information regarding opportunities for financial assistance, activities or information regarding fostering and improving parent involvement in promoting the advantages of a college education, academic admission requirements, and the need to take college preparation courses, as well as college admissions, achievement tests and college application procedures. Comments. (Helena Daily World, AR)
Galena Park students assist wounded vets Sep 21, 2007
The academy also includes a component to inform parents about financial aid, college preparation and college life through programs at San Jac North. To contribute to the WHHP, donors can make checks payable to the Rotary Club of Houston Foundation, 8582 Katy Freeway, Suite 225, Houston, TX 77024. (North Channel Sun, TX)
AP scores still high as participants rise Sep 8, 2007
John Curtin, assistant superintendent of research and evaluation, said taking an AP exam, which usually is administered over several hours and involves in-depth questions that require extensive knowledge of the subject, is good college preparation, regardless of the outcome. "It's a great experience for kids in high school to see what that's like," Curtin said. (Greenwich Time)
KCK Schools implementing new benchmarks Sep 5, 2007
Students will show they involved their family in college preparation. Students will research colleges and various programs they are interested in. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Students Suffer Due To Corrupt Lenders Aug 31, 2007
Last week, the College Board, a non-profit organization that assists high school students with SAT and college preparation, quit the loan business. They based this decision on research conducted by Andrew M. Cuomo, Attorney General of New York, who investigated the actions of the $85 billion student loan industry. (The Daily Campus, CT)
Hispanic Chamber hosts college prep conference Aug 28, 2007
Everything you need to know about college preparation and more. That was the focus of Wednesday evening's College Preparation Conference sponsored by the Fort Stockton Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. (Fort Stockton Pioneer, TX)
After school program to begin Monday Aug 24, 2007
We will also have college preparation, illegal, anti drug, violence prevention activities, general life planning and parental involvement activities, Criner said. The goal of the program is to provide these components in order to promote higher school moral and aid the children to obtain life goals. (Stuttgart Daily Leader, AR)
State's average ACT composite scores increase Aug 17, 2007
his comes as a result of the high level of cooperation between our secondary schools and higher education, particularly in the area of college preparation. The Oklahoma Educational Planning and Assessment System (OK EPAS) provides nearly 500 school districts with two assessments that assist about 85,000 eighth and ninth graders prepare for the ACT each year. (Altus Times, OK)
Fewer Racine Unified students took ACT in 2006-07 Aug 17, 2007
Any effort to encourage more students to take the ACT will be part of the district s overall work transforming secondary education, which includes improving the district s graduation requirements and college preparation, said Vanden Wyngaard, who is new to her district position as chief academic officer. A record 1. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Georgetown Learning Center sets registration Aug 4, 2007
The GED program will also focus on job training skills for local employers and college preparation for those wishing to continue their education. For more information contact Moore at 229-334-8610. (Eufaula Tribune, AL)
More of this story Aug 4, 2007
Even with a strong parochial education, Garcia says her transition to college was rocky and ultimately inspired her to champion better college preparation programs. "I definitely, deliberately chose education as a piece of social activism, a piece of political consciousness and a real opportunity to contribute," said Garcia, who went on to earn a Masters degree in social work from USC.. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Peoples Educational Holdings, Inc. Schedules Earnings Release and Conference Call for its Fourth Quarter and Year-End Periods Ending May 31, 2007 Jul 24, 2007
College Preparation Product Group -- The Company distributes and publishes instructional materials that meet the academic standards high schools require for honors, college preparation, and Advanced Placement courses ... These forward-looking statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties, including (1) demand from major customers, (2) effects of competition, (3) changes in product or customer mix or revenues and in the level of operating expenses, (4) rapidly changing technologies and... (PR Newswire)
"HERE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE" ... New superintendent starts tenure Jul 13, 2007
-- An "Academic Academy Program," a magnet school program aimed at high SAT scores and college preparation. By taking advantage of grants and affiliations with university programs, the new programs will cost the school system very little, Cavalier said. (Plaquemine Post South, LA)
COS Board discusses money matters Jul 12, 2007
This program provides services to low-income high school students throughout Siskiyou County in order to assist them with completion of high school and college preparation. A base amount of $324,398 has been awarded for the first year, the release stated. (Yreka Siskiyou Daily News, CA)
Peoples Educational Holdings, Inc. Fiscal Fourth Quarter and Year to Date Preliminary Results Jun 21, 2007
College Preparation revenue is estimated to be $2 ... College Preparation revenue is $12 ... College Preparation The Company distributes and publishes instructional materials that meet the academic standards high schools require for honors, college preparation, and Advanced Placement courses. (PR Newswire)
News from the Pennsylvania General Assembly Jun 21, 2007
PUBLIC SCHOOL GRANTS: The Senate unanimously approved a bill to allow public schools to use Pennsylvania Accountability Grants for more purposes, including programs for instruction on world languages in elementary schools, programs for college preparation courses in high schools and buying laptops and other technology resources. The bill goes to the House. (NEPA News, PA)
Lebanon board adopts budget Jun 20, 2007
LEBANON The Lebanon School Board on Monday voted 3-2 to adopt a budget for next year that adds to the district s special education, nursing and college preparation programs. Board members adopted the budget as approved by the budget committee, without making changes. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
In preparing students, not all schools are equal Jun 17, 2007
Those who went to schools that stress college preparation ended up with lots of offers ... Bridgehampton and Brentwood administrators say they are emphasizing college preparation. (Newsday -- Long Island)
More staff, office space needed for at-risk kids Jun 14, 2007
Splitting the counseling department into three separate groups one to focus on testing, one for college preparation and admissions and one to focus strictly on counseling is recommended. By specializing on specific areas, the counseling department should be able to increase productivity, appeal to individual counselor s strengths and weaknesses and better serve the students. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
