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The Early College High School agenda is one of many failed Gates-funded reforms that have been scaled across Texas. Texas ISDs and community colleges are enticed by the ability to double-dip funds as an incentive to adopt the model. The proof is in the pudding that it does not work. Students are having to be remediated in college because the model puts the cart before the horse when they should still be learning the important basics in 9-12. https://lnkd.in/gR2nEKP5

Check out NMSU's First Gen Celebrity Spotlight ✨️ "Not only does NMSU promote the presence of the first-generation students, we are committed to increase the visibility of our first-gen faculty and staff community. November 8, 2024 marks the 59th anniversary of the Higher Education Act. Institutions around the country will be celebrating the presence and experiences of first-generation college students, faculty, and staff at their campuses. NMSU’s 6th annual first-generation celebration begins by spotlighting its system-wide, first-generation college students on November 5 and continuing with its annual first gen celebration event on November 7. Who is a first-generation college student? An individual both of whose parent(s) or legal guardian did not complete a baccalaureate degree; or in the case of any individual who regularly resided with and received support from only one parent, an individual whose only such parent did not complete a baccalaureate degree. -Higher Education Act -Federal TRIO Programs" https://lnkd.in/g9p7dy6k

In a groundbreaking move, New York City is set to welcome its first-ever HBCU Early College Prep High School in September 2025. This innovative partnership between the NYC Department of Education and Delaware State University aims to provide students with a unique blend of rigorous college preparatory education and the legacy and culture of Historically Black Colleges and Universities. This program, led by Dr. Asya Johnson, allows students to graduate with both a high school diploma and an associate's degree at no cost. Students will have the opportunity to earn dual college and high school credits starting in ninth grade, with the potential to expand to 500 students by the third year. The school's curriculum not only includes culturally responsive coursework but also helps students meet state academic standards. This initiative is particularly significant as it addresses and helps close the Black-white education gap, which has been a persistent challenge in education. As the first of its kind in a major city, this program has the potential to serve as a model for other cities nationwide. It's a step towards providing students with a culturally relevant, accelerated path to higher education. What are your thoughts on this innovative approach to education? Do you think this model could be replicated in other cities across the country?

Mentorship is a core tenet of apprenticeships, providing the guidance and support necessary for learners to succeed in their chosen fields. In teacher apprenticeships, strong, intentional mentorship ensures new educators are well-prepared and supported as they enter the classroom. We are excited to announce that the Tennessee Grow Your Own Center has been awarded a $500,000 grant through the UT System’s Grand Challenges initiative! This funding will support our Grow Your Own Collaboratory, a project designed to enhance professional development for mentor teachers — a key factor in teacher satisfaction and retention. By investing in high-quality mentorship, this initiative strengthens the apprenticeship model as a sustainable solution to Tennessee’s educator shortage. Learn more about this exciting work ➡️ https://bit.ly/4giBQvp

We are thrilled to announce that the Tennessee Grow Your Own Center has been awarded a $500,000 grant as part of the University of Tennessee System's Grand Challenges initiative! 👏 This competitive funding opportunity is designed to tackle some of Tennessee’s most pressing issues, and we’re honored to be a part of the effort to advance K–12 education in the state. Our grant-funded project, the Grow Your Own Collaboratory, aims to address Tennessee’s educator shortage by enhancing the professional development of mentor teachers — an essential step in retaining novice teachers. Over the next two years, this project will: ➡️ Design, implement and refine a co-created summer mentor teacher training retreat. ➡️Conduct research to evaluate the retreat’s impact on teacher satisfaction and retention. ➡️Build a sustainable mentor teacher professional development program to be scaled statewide through the Tennessee Grow Your Own Center. Learn more! ➡️ https://bit.ly/4giBQvp

Follow-up to the Lumina Foundation report on their HBCU adult learner initiative: One of the most interesting insights I gained from supporting Johnson C. Smith University (JCSU) last year is that many of their adult learners desire a "full college experience." They want to feel as valued as traditional students and integrated into the campus community. This is a different sentiment from research I've conducted at PWIs, where adult learners often want to get in and get out without much fuss. One key action step that arose: Design an adult learner "Signature Student Experience" that starts from application and extends to alumhood. For HBCUs, which are deeply rooted in tradition, incorporating elements of the student experience such as Greek life, band, choir, and other traditions can significantly enhance the adult learner experience and provide them with the enriching college journey they seek - and frankly, pay for.

Course Sharing continues to take root. If you aren't familiar with Course Sharing, it's a way for students to take classes at other institutions within a system/consortia without having to transfer or navigate the typical red tape. It's a really innovative approach by UNCF and one that will benefit students.

Today the Junior Achievement of Florida Foundation celebrates Senator Jarrid “Jay” Collins of the 14th District of the Florida Senate for his championing of 3DE Schools with the securing of a $2.9M appropriation from the State of Florida. This support will drive systemic change in participating high schools and propel the expansion of 3DE to additional schools throughout the state in the coming years. Thank you Senator Collins for believing in Junior Achievement's mission and serving as a committed leader in providing opportunities for Florida students. In Florida, 3DE is currently implemented in 19 schools in 8 school districts in partnership with 4 regional Junior Achievement areas. On average, Florida 3DE students experience 18.2% fewer cases of chronic absenteeism, 26% higher graduation rates, and 86% of students report seeing the relevance of school in their education (vs. 46%) when compared to their non-3DE peers. 3DE is an instructional model designed to systemically re-engineer high school education to provide economic opportunity for all students by developing in students of all walks of life the competencies needed to thrive in the workplace by applying those skills to real-world business cases and entrepreneurship, inside and outside of the classroom. Junior Achievement of South Florida Junior Achievement of Central Florida Junior Achievement of the Palm Beaches & Treasure Coast Junior Achievement of Tampa Bay

Of the 15,887 eligible schools, Gabrielino High School is amongst 354 schools (7%) awarded with Gold Distinction on The College Board 2024 AP School Honor Roll, which recognizes 5,061 schools (32%) whose AP Programs are delivering wide-reaching results for their students. This honor offers school recognitions across four levels of distinction: Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum. Schools on the AP School Honor Roll may also earn the AP Access Award, honoring schools that demonstrate a clear and effective commitment to equitable access to advanced coursework. For a school to be recognized on the AP School Honor Roll, 40% or more of graduating cohort took at least 1 AP Exam during high school and 25% or more of the graduating cohort scored a 3 or higher on at least 1 AP Exam during high school. In addition, 2% or more of the graduating cohort took 5 or more AP Exams during high school with at least 1 of those exams was taken in 9th or 10th grade. Go Eagles! 🦅