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Increasing Postsecondary Access > Foster College Aspirations > See How It Works
Hear how one high school provides academic experiences after school that support a college-going culture. A principal and a counselor describe how their after-school clubs and tutoring support...
School Example
Listen to a high school dean of instruction discuss how the school ensures that students get the help needed to find the right postsecondary options. Teachers and administrators give students...
Increasing Postsecondary Access > Prepare Students Academically > See How It Works
An English teacher illustrates the ways that his high school incorporates rigor into its curriculum. The sample materials, One High School's Reading List and Using Literature Circles for Reading...
A counseling department chair talks about her high school's process for scheduling students in academic classes that will prepare them for college. Counselors use such tools like the sample...
Increasing Postsecondary Access > Assess and Intervene > See How It Works
Hear a principal and teacher describe the gateway process students must complete in order to graduate high school. Data from student assessment results are also analyzed at an indicator level to...
Increasing Postsecondary Access > Assist with College Entry > See How It Works
A high school teacher explains the purpose of the College Summit class. View the College Seminar Class Syllabus, College Preparation Checklist, and Parent Flyers to learn more about this class and...
This school coordinator discusses strategies for conducting activities to help students and their families prepare for the financial aspects of college. Workshops help students know how to apply...
Reducing Behavior Problems > Schoolwide Approach > See How It Works
Listen to an interview with administrators at the New Jersey Department of Education Office of Special Education about implementing a schoolwide model for behavior improvement. An essential part of...
Listen to an audio about how P.S. 269 uses daily and annual peace activities to encourage positive behavior management. The principal and staff use morning line-up and daily class gatherings to...
This interview features a countywide strategic planning process to incorporate a program for promoting healthy and safe behavior and social skills. The interview highlights special attention given...
Reducing Behavior Problems > Collaborative Relationships > See How It Works
Harmony Hills Elementary implements the Collaborative Action Process for teachers to work collaboratively to address behavior problems. This process gives teachers a step-by-step guide to dealing...
The Parent Coordinator at P.S. 24 describes how she creates strong, trusting relationships with families through workshops dealing with topics and issues that are important to parents. Trust is a...
