Ascendium's Education Philanthropy’s Post

Let's look at Florida Education-proof that rethinking education and accountability works. This is quoted from an article by Manny Diaz Jr. Florida's Commisioner of Education: "Florida is ranked the No. 1 state in education, according to U.S. News and World Report. Florida is also ranked tops in education freedom and parent empowerment, according to separate reports, and we have undertaken the largest expansion of school choice in the nation’s history while breaking our own teacher pay records year after year. Not even the COVID-19 pandemic could slow down student progress, as Florida logged the highest NAEP results in state history in 2022." whole article here:https://lnkd.in/ebY2UmGf

On of the five areas of the social determinants of health is access to quality education, from as young as preschool to postsecondary education. When people have access to quality education and have opportunity to access higher education, they are less apt to have chronic illnesses and medical conditions (e.g. diabetes, heart disease, MIs, strokes) because they have access to jobs with increased compensation and excellent benefits (health insurance, PTO). Unfortuately, if you are from a lower SES or even with a disability you are less likely to have these opportunities. My doctoral project was rooted in this topic specifically focusing on students with disabilities. Please check out the framework I used for it : https://lnkd.in/eV7WCq2Q Because Governor Healey and the state congress, all people have increased access to opportunities to access postsecondary education if they choose to do so. Today is a wonderful day!! #socialdeterminantsofhealth #equity #inclusion #freeandaffordablehighereduncation #disability #supportcommunitycolleges

The IDOE's adjustments to the new high school diploma plan, guided by community concerns, are a positive step forward. With support from Indiana's higher education institutions, it's clear that our students will remain well-prepared for college, should they choose that route. While further listening, revisions, and iterations may be necessary, this approach shows that Indiana is on the right path to changing high school for the better to serve all Hoosier students. "When education adapts to the needs of its community, the result is stronger, more prepared students." https://lnkd.in/ewUzGKzb

WHY ISN'T IT MORE AFFORDABLE TO BUY A HOME IN CENTRAL INDIANA? The simple answer is because of demand. So why is demand so high one might ask? Because we have great schools in Central Indiana. Public Schools 4 out of the top 10 public schools in the ENTIRE STATE are in Central Indiana! 8 of the top 15 public schools are in Central Indiana. Almost half of the top 20 public schools are in Central Indiana. Private Schools 3 out of the top 5 private schools in Indiana are in Central Indiana! 5 of the top 10 private schools are here. Just over half of the top 15 private schools are in Central Indiana (8 of 15). *Based on info from Niche.com https://lnkd.in/dsgDiHCc

Want to contribute to your grandchild’s future college education? 🧑🎓Changes to the FAFSA rules now make it easier than ever to support their college dream. 🌈 Check out this week’s blog to get all the details. ▶️ https://lnkd.in/eqR92gnR #meneseslawfirm #MAestateplanningattorney #MApersonalfamilylawyer #estateplan #willsandtrusts #healthcaredirectives #powerofattorney #assetprotection #kidsprotectionplan #familylegacy

There were mulitple reports out of New York last week about 9 community colleges facing concerns about their accreditation status. Most of the concerns revolved around enrollment and finances. So, I created a community college version of the TOP/Bottom reports. The enrollment trends are really bad and there are interesting patterns in the ways some New York community colleges are allocating their funds. https://lnkd.in/gtZDEYCn #collegeviability #topbottomreports #cvapp #newyorkcolleges #communitycolleges #communitycollegeenrollment

Today, the Indiana Commission for Higher Education unveiled the state's first-ever statewide policy guidance for Credit for Prior Learning (CPL). The state CPL model policy guidance supports the utilization of CPL across Indiana’s higher education institutions. Here are the key takeaways: 🔍 Addressing a Need: With nearly 2 million adults in Indiana lacking credentials beyond high school, CPL offers a lifeline for those with some college but no degree. It recognizes knowledge, skills, and competencies acquired outside traditional classrooms, paving the way for further education and training. 💰 Savings and Efficiency: Research from CAEL and Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) shows that CPL recipients save up to $10,200 on tuition and shorten their time to degree completion by 9 to 14 months. A significant win for both individuals and the state! 👩🎓 Student Success: CPL significantly boosts graduation rates and student engagement. It's a win-win for students and institutions alike! 📝 Standardized Practices: The state CPL model policy guidance establishes consistency in five key areas, from program design to community partnerships, enhancing the value and impact of CPL statewide. For more information on the announcement, visit: https://hubs.li/Q02nrD9g0 #CPL #CreditForPriorLearning #AdultLearners

A worthy topic to read and consider. "Federal government should stay out of homeschool education Federal oversight would not improve education outcomes, Christian homeschooling program CEO says." What do you think? "Homeschooling debate heats up! A new article cites NHERI research, arguing against federal oversight of homeschooling. The CEO of a Christian homeschooling program claims government intervention won't improve education outcomes. What's your take on this hot topic? NHERI’s research is cited in "Federal government should stay out of homeschool education Federal oversight would not improve education outcomes, Christian homeschooling program CEO says." -NHERI https://lnkd.in/eqHt6SjZ

There were mulitple reports out of New York last week about 9 community colleges facing concerns about their accreditation status. Most of the concerns revolved around enrollment and finances. So, I created a community college version of the TOP/Bottom reports. The enrollment trends are really bad and there are interesting patterns in the ways some New York community colleges are allocating their funds. https://lnkd.in/gsz5jTX6 #collegeviability #topbottomreports #cvapp #newyorkcolleges #communitycolleges #communitycollegeenrollment