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Did you know only 45% of students from low-income households who graduate from high school enroll in college, compared to 72% of their peers from higher-income households? And while Colorado is one of the five most educated states in the country, we’re in the bottom five at helping Colorado students graduate high school and get into college.   Minds Matter Colorado (www.mindsmatterco.org) is on a mission to prove that it’s access, not ability, that limits college choice for many qualified students. So we connect high-performing students from low-income households with the relationships and resources they need to expand their post-secondary educational horizons. Our approach combines three years of mentorship with committed volunteers (like me!), weekly college-prep instruction, and access to summer programs at colleges across the country. As a result, 100 percent of our graduates complete high school on time and are accepted to four-year colleges and universities with scholarships.   If you'd like to support Minds Matter, consider donating through the link below for #GivingTuesday. All donations go to ensuring my mentees and students like them receive the funding needed for things like summer program tuition, college application fees, SAT / ACT test prep, and more!  https://lnkd.in/gGk7w_5z

Financial barriers to higher education include: limited access to (and lack of awareness of) financial aid, limited means of families, and the higher cost of attendance. There is a gap scholarship available, the link is below.

In June, WGU Labs hosted 10 institutions from the College Innovation Network (CIN) at Loyola University New Orleans. Administrators from four-year institutions, community colleges, nonprofit institutions, and fully online colleges gathered to think critically about how to address growing uncertainty around the value of a college degree. We found the experience so revitalizing, we put together this blog on why collaborative problem-solving and strong partnerships between higher education leaders are so crucial to solving education’s biggest problems. https://lnkd.in/eY2h2Bvv

The collaboration strategies discussed in this article also apply to designing collaborative instructional design. The most creative solutions are not created, they are co-created. #instructionaldesign #elearning #onlineeducation

Did you know the university receives support from businesses large and small, as well as a variety of foundations? These organizations help support our students and programming with their generous gifts. Is your business or organization interested in partnering with the university but you're not sure how? Our Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations, Brandon Berns, can help design a corporate giving plan just for you. 📱 724-738-2512 📨 brandon.berns@sru.edu Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania #TheRock #RockNation #RockPride #SRU #SlipperyRockUniversity #GoRock #GiveWithGratitude #GiveForSuccess #HigherEdGiving #GiveBackToEducation #SupportHigherEducation #HigherEducationMatters #ElevateHigherEd #SupportingEducation #encouragingstudents #studentsuccessstory #schooltriumphs #studentsupportnetwork #CollegeGraduates #UniversityAdvancement #SupportOurStudents #GiveBack #InvestInOurFuture #EveryGiftCounts #Scholarships #Research #MakingADifference #FutureLeaders #CSR #CorporateSocialResponsibility

As the season of gratitude and giving is upon us, we invite you to join hands in making a lasting impact on the lives of our students this #GivingTuesday. At Park University, we believe in the transformative power of education, and we are reaching out to you to help us provide even greater opportunities for deserving students.   Here's how you can contribute:   Make a Gift: Your financial contribution, no matter the size, will directly impact the lives of our students. Whether it's a one-time donation or a recurring gift, every dollar counts.   Spread the Word: Share our Giving Tuesday campaign with your friends, family, and colleagues. Your influence can inspire others to join the cause and create a ripple effect of support.   Volunteer: If you're passionate about education and want to get more involved, consider volunteering your time and expertise to support recruitment efforts or career mentoring.   Your generosity can help us empower the next generation of leaders, innovators, and change-makers. Together, we can ensure that financial barriers do not stand in the way of a quality education. https://lnkd.in/gQNpBQ8e

Did you know the university receives support from businesses large and small, as well as a variety of foundations? These organizations help support our students and programming with their generous gifts. Is your business or organization interested in partnering with the university but you're not sure how? Our Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations, Brandon Berns, can help design a corporate giving plan just for you. 📱 724-738-2512 📨 brandon.berns@sru.edu Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania #TheRock #RockNation #RockPride #SRU #SlipperyRockUniversity #GoRock #GiveWithGratitude #GiveForSuccess #HigherEdGiving #GiveBackToEducation #SupportHigherEducation #HigherEducationMatters #ElevateHigherEd #SupportingEducation #encouragingstudents #studentsuccessstory #schooltriumphs #studentsupportnetwork #CollegeGraduates #UniversityAdvancement #SupportOurStudents #GiveBack #InvestInOurFuture #EveryGiftCounts #Scholarships #Research #MakingADifference #FutureLeaders #CSR #CorporateSocialResponsibility

Check out this FREE (for ACA members) webinar about camp-school partnerships!

🌟 Exciting Solution to Teacher Shortages in Education! 🍎 Thrilled to share this insightful article from Swing Education, highlighting how Amber Charter Schools found an innovative solution to tackle teacher shortages. 🚀👩🏫 Their success story showcases the impact of leveraging platforms like Swing to bring qualified educators into classrooms. Kudos to Amber Charter Schools for their proactive approach in ensuring quality education for students. Let's continue to explore creative solutions to address challenges in education! 🌐✨ #Education #TeacherShortages #InnovationInEducation #Substitutes #SwingEducation #EdTech 📚

Did you know the university receives support from businesses large and small, as well as a variety of foundations? These organizations help support our students and programming with their generous gifts. Is your business or organization interested in partnering with the university but you're not sure how? Our Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations, Brandon Berns, can help design a corporate giving plan just for you. 📱 724-738-2512 📨 brandon.berns@sru.edu Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania #TheRock #RockNation #RockPride #SRU #SlipperyRockUniversity #GoRock #GiveWithGratitude #GiveForSuccess #HigherEdGiving #GiveBackToEducation #SupportHigherEducation #HigherEducationMatters #ElevateHigherEd #SupportingEducation #encouragingstudents #studentsuccessstory #schooltriumphs #studentsupportnetwork #CollegeGraduates #UniversityAdvancement #SupportOurStudents #GiveBack #InvestInOurFuture #EveryGiftCounts #Scholarships #Research #MakingADifference #FutureLeaders #CSR #CorporateSocialResponsibility