Uneven opportunity. A new College Board report shows that while thousands more students are taking (and passing) Advanced Placement exams, those opportunities vary depending on location and race. (USA Today)
“College is an inside game.” A San Jose charter school seeks to teach “college as a second language,” helping first generation students navigate the logistics—as well as the academicContinue Reading »
By Mandy Zatynski on 20 Feb 2013 in Quick Hits and tagged Achievement Gap, Advanced Placement, Charter Schools, education insiders, first generation college students, gym class, high school redesign, physical education, Pre-K, State of the Union
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