Parents and students, what is postsecondary affordability? We are gathered with students, parents, policymakers, education leaders and Prichard Committee members to define college affordability. We think these resources will help clarify and guide you on your way to the right path. On October 17, SlamDunkKY attended an eye-opening event held by the Prichard Committee provided an inside look at the challenges facing students, families, institutions, and policymakers as they navigate paying for postsecondary education. The event featured a chance for attendees to share ideas plus insights from state and national experts on postsecondary education. Members of the Committee’s Student Voice Team shared their perspectives and released their new book on transitions to life after high school.
Helpful resources for you: from the Collaboratory’s speakers.
Summer reading!
Science, technology, engineering, and math are more important than ever, so here is a wonderful list of books to encourage girls to persevere in these subjects. Click here: https://www.edutopia.org/article/12-inspiring-stem-books-girls-emelina-minero
Parents you can help choose a summer theme at the library. It’s a exciting way to keep the kiddos reading this summer! Click here: http://www.thejennyevolution.com/ice-cream-books-kids/
Parent info newsletter includes 2017 summer reading info and more.Click here to read
Published: June, 2017
Check it – tips for ACT takers!
- Resource 1: http://bit.ly/2lOqxTX
- Resource 2: http://www.educationcorner.com/act-test-taking-strategies.html
Be A Learning Hero helps parents navigate the changes happening in classrooms, so they can help their children be successful in school. The site provides resources and information for parents from some of the nation’s most well-respected education and parent organizations including the National PTA, Common Sense Media and GreatSchools.
Great Schools Milestones Short videos help parents understand what the standards expect students to be able to accomplish in the different subjects by the end of each grade.
For a more visual approach to understanding, check out the 74million site. Need some visuals to understand Kentucky educational standards? 74 Million Kids. 74 Million Reasons to Talk Education. Get some help here.
Read the Citizen’s Guide to Kentucky education! From 48th to 29th, Kentucky continues educational progress since 1990. – Released on June 2016
SO WHAT ARE THE STANDARDS? Kentucky’s academic standards are just that. A set of learning goals for each grade level. It is up to our teachers to determine how to teach each standard. Educate yourself on Kentucky’s standards at the Kentucky Department of Education.