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The first-ever HBCU Early College Prep High School is launching in NYC in September 2025! 🎓✨ It’s the first HBCU Early College Prep in a major metropolitan city where an HBCU does not exist, and it’s giving students an incredible opportunity to graduate with both a high school diploma AND an Associate’s Degree—for FREE! 💼📚 This historic initiative, led by DSU alumna Dr. Asya J., is a true game-changer for education and HBCU excellence. We can’t wait to see the positive impact on students and the community! Repost @radioshach: 🚨 Breaking HBCU News‼️ 🚨  In September 2025, history will be made with launching the first-ever HBCU Early College Prep High School in New York City, @hbcuearlycollegeprep! 🎓✨️ In partnership with Delaware State University, this groundbreaking initiative offers an accelerated high school experience where students will graduate with both a high school diploma and an Associate’s Degree—all for FREE! 💼📚 Led by DSU Alumna, Interim Acting Principal @dr._ajohnson, this innovative educational model will be the first of its kind in any major metropolitan school district nationwide. 🌍🏫 Get ready to see HBCU excellence thrive in NYC! 🗽🖤❤️🧡💚🗽

Join us for SCORE’s 2025 State of Education on Dec. 6 at the Frist Art Museum. We’ll explore and discuss an aligned vision to support Tennessee students as outlined in our upcoming report, 2025 State of Education in Tennessee: Casting a Vision for Student Success. Fueled by new statewide goals and data points that help us track progress, this year’s report lays out six priorities our state must focus on to prepare students across their K-12 and postsecondary journey for careers that enable economic independence. https://lnkd.in/ej4NNTT2

In a collaboration between the Big Ten, the College Football Playoff Foundation and the Indiana Sports Corp, 15 Indiana teachers received grants to support a classroom project and resources at their schools. The $40,000 total grant aims to support and celebrate innovating teaching and learning.

Our executive director speaks with host Josh Crosson about the importance of youth involvement in education policy and EE’s recent report on Minnesota's standards and assessments, in the latest episode of amplifiED from EdAllies. Lars and Josh address the challenges posed by current assessment practices that fail to measure student growth, and discuss concepts like a 'Portrait of a Graduate' and badging to emphasize deep, transferable skills necessary for success beyond school. https://lnkd.in/dSx5Hf8V

Luther College is celebrating exciting milestones this fall! “We are pleased to announce that fall enrollment shows a 6.6 percent increase in the first-year class compared to last year. Given this past year’s challenges of smaller numbers of 18-to-22-year olds in the Midwest and the unfortunate delays with FAFSA, we have reason to celebrate this positive outcome.” – President Jenifer K. Ward Coinciding with the increase in first-year students, Luther College appears in a wide range of fall national rankings, including traditional lists like U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges and the Princeton Review’s Best Colleges, as well as newer reports like the Wall Street Journal’s Best Colleges in the U.S. Learn more about Luther's enrollment growth and high rankings: https://bit.ly/3NhAZ1l

A Consequential Education at Gettysburg College makes an impact for our graduates long into the future. In a report by the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce: ROI of Liberal Arts Colleges, Gettysburg College is ranked No. 29 and No. 32 among liberal arts colleges for 10-year and 40-year Net Present Value (NPV), respectively. Net Present Value (NPV) refers to how much a sum of money in the future is valued today when taking into account costs, future earnings, and the length of time required to invest and earn a specific amount over a fixed horizon. In an analysis of 40-year return on investment (ROI) of 4,500 colleges and universities, Gettysburg ranks in the top 1% in the nation among liberal arts colleges for lifetime ROI, according to the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce. Learn more about this ranking on our website: https://lnkd.in/gnpQTH-C

🎙️New WOCTalk Episode🎙️ Get ready for the next scholarship cycle opening this February! Linda Reynolds, Chair of the WOCN Scholarship Committee, shares insights into available scholarships, tips for first-time applicants, and advice on crafting standout applications. 🎧 Listen now: https://hubs.la/Q033D85Q0

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

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.

College Application Week is on, from the College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC)! Now through Oct. 27, many North Carolina colleges and universities are waiving application fees. We're counting down each day of College Week with fun facts and neat numbers. It’s day four of our countdown. Here are four ways Crosby Scholars of Iredell County helps students - and these offerings are all FREE of charge: 1. Career Exploration - Students are exposed to a variety of real-life careers and learn about the education needed to make those careers a reality. 2. ACT/SAT Prep - Our sessions have been rated better than many of the paid services that are offered. 3. Academic and Life Skills Sessions - Younger students, in particular, are given academic tips, tricks, and behaviors for success in school. 4. Scholarships and Grants - Our staff provides guidance, resources and help to reduce or eliminate college debt. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/eZFKn3qV