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In the latest edition of #CASChronicles, we talked with #USFBulls who have participated in the School of Public Affairs, University of South Florida's Legislative Internship Program (LIP) and how the experience positively impacted them as they prepare for the professional world. See what they said -- and how YOU can get involved this year -- on our news site, CAS Chronicles. ⬇️ https://ow.ly/JhJX50QGH4u

When is the right time to start thinking about applying to college if your child is a current junior/rising senior? I would say it depends on what your goals are. Reasonable goals for your child this time of year: finish out the junior year with as high a GPA as possible. Take the spring SAT with a view to retaking it in the fall if the scores do not match the required scores of the colleges your child wants to get into. Study for AP exams, aiming for a 4 or 5 (not all colleges will accept a 3.) Enjoy graduation festivities. Then: with your child, plan out the summer based on how to best augment their application. Do they need to retake the SAT? Take an SAT prep class for the new digital format. Can a family friend help out with the right summer internship that aligns with your child's goals and interests? Are essays stressing them out? Meet with Step by Step College Essay Prep to get those handled!

As this UVA student notes, middle-class students are stuck between earning too much to qualify for grants and not earning enough to pay for college costs. https://buff.ly/4du7W5U Families can explore options to lower costs like earning credits in HS (AP, dual enrollment), community college pathways, co-ops & paid internships, private scholarships, and careful college selection.

Q: Describe your initial perspective of the career you are interning at. After being an intern there for a few weeks, how have your beliefs changed, and what are they currently? A: When I first started my internship doing math intervention at the elementary school I wondered how effective that classroom situation really was and if it would actually help the students catch up to where they were supposed to be. I didn’t really understand how it worked and how to best help the kids understand. Now that Ive been at the elementary school for awhile I’ve been able to see how effective intervention is. I’ve seen the kids we work with grow so much and watching them start to really understanding something is one of my big highlights. Giving the kids a space where they can catch up outside the pressure of a classroom that might make them feel like they’re constantly falling behind us super important and really beneficial.

…such a substantive conversation today with TWC President Kimberly Churches, aimed at amplifying the connection and collaboration between Miami Dade College (MDC) and The Washington Center (TWC). For over a decade, The Honors College at Miami Dade College students and other scholars, with the mentorship of our world class professors, have travelled to the Capitol to participate in the immersive Inside Washington convening of engaged learners, faculty, and public/private sector officials. We’re laser focused on expanding opportunities for MDC students to engage first hand in peer interactions, internships, and other career-connected environments. #BeMDC #StudentsFirst #studentsuccess #careerconnections #publicpolicy

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As this UVA student notes, middle-class students are stuck between earning too much to qualify for grants and not earning enough to pay for college costs. https://buff.ly/4du7W5U Families can explore options to lower costs like earning credits in HS (AP, dual enrollment), community college pathways, co-ops & paid internships, private scholarships, and careful college selection.

Did you know that today, September 17, 2024 is National Voter Registration Day? Our leaders have been conversations with other leaders to learn more how we can engage to inform, educate and provide resources for our PCT (Parent Connection Team) and Collegiates. Being informed with policies that IMPACT access to STEM education, resources and internships is vital to advancing all economics. Please click the link to learn and check on your #votedregistration status. https://lnkd.in/g_3vePg #SGSFIsAResource #SGSFIMPACT #BreakingBarriers #closinggaps #SUPERGirlsInSTEM

In this abstract, I outline the key components of my internship project focused on enhancing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). The project aimed to improve the accuracy, relevance, and effectiveness of existing IEPs by conducting a comprehensive review and gathering feedback from stakeholders. Through collaboration with educators, therapists, and parents, I proposed and implemented modifications to better meet the needs of students with special needs. This work not only provided me with hands-on experience in the field of special education but also contributed to advancing personalized education. The abstract encapsulates the project's approach, outcomes, and the impact on students and the educational community.

Week 5 of the F1L Internship Emulator has been postponed by a week so that participants can catch up on Week 4 work. So instead I present to you a brain twister: A farmer needs to get a wolf, a goat, and a cabbage across a river. He has a boat, but he can only take one item across the river at a time. If left alone, the wolf will eat the goat, and the goat will eat the cabbage. How does the farmer get all three across the river safely? #f1l #compbio #computationalbiology