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Mastering foundational math and science concepts is key to success in many college and career pathways, but the specialized vocabulary required in these subject areas can be a barrier for students whose native language is not the primary instructional language used in school. Asset-based pedagogical approaches that help students use
Although an additional credential beyond a high school diploma is increasingly required for access to careers that pay living wages, students from low-income families are less likely than their peers to enroll in and complete postsecondary education. In Texas, dual credit programs, which offer students the chance to complete college
Social capital—relationships that provide access to resources, information, and expertise—is critical for any college student’s success. For many young people, college is unfamiliar territory, and navigating the complexities of academic requirements, financial aid, and a new social scene can feel nearly impossible without help. Building a strong network of friends,
Few policies have changed the face of college and career preparation in Texas more than House Bill 5, a major revision of high school curriculum and graduation requirements passed by the state legislature in 2013. One provision of HB5 required school districts to offer a college preparatory math course for
GTF Scholars is a highly effective program combining a cohort model with scholarship funding and student support services to measurably impact the success of Early College High School students in earning a college degree. The program serves as a model for other funders or institutions who want to develop a
There are currently 4.9 million opportunity youth, defined as young people between the ages of 16 and 24 who are neither enrolled in school nor participating in the labor market, in the United States. Nearly half of all opportunity youth can be found in rural communities. Because Texas is home
Mastering foundational math and science concepts is key to success in many college and career pathways, but the specialized vocabulary required in these subject areas can be a barrier for students whose native language is not the primary instructional language used in school. Asset-based pedagogical approaches that help students use their native language to understand ...
Although an additional credential beyond a high school diploma is increasingly required for access to careers that pay living wages, students from low-income families are less likely than their peers to enroll in and complete postsecondary education. In Texas, dual credit programs, which offer students the chance to complete college courses at low or no ...
Social capital—relationships that provide access to resources, information, and expertise—is critical for any college student’s success. For many young people, college is unfamiliar territory, and navigating the complexities of academic requirements, financial aid, and a new social scene can feel nearly impossible without help. Building a strong network of friends, classmates, mentors, faculty, and staff ...
Few policies have changed the face of college and career preparation in Texas more than House Bill 5, a major revision of high school curriculum and graduation requirements passed by the state legislature in 2013. One provision of HB5 required school districts to offer a college preparatory math course for students not meeting college readiness ...
GTF Scholars is a highly effective program combining a cohort model with scholarship funding and student support services to measurably impact the success of Early College High School students in earning a college degree. The program serves as a model for other funders or institutions who want to develop a similar student success initiative. The ...
There are currently 4.9 million opportunity youth, defined as young people between the ages of 16 and 24 who are neither enrolled in school nor participating in the labor market, in the United States. Nearly half of all opportunity youth can be found in rural communities. Because Texas is home to the largest number of ...
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