11th grade college prep timeline
Here’s what to do month by month to get your high »ÆÉ«app junior prepared for the college application process.
10th grade college prep timeline
There are some important college prep to-do's that you and your teen can do sophomore year. Here's a month-by-month list.
9th grade college prep timeline
There are some important college prep to-do's that you and your teen can do freshman year. Here's a month-by-month list.
Data science learning opportunities for teens
Is your teen interested in a career or college major involving data science? Here are six great ways for your teen to learn about this growing field.
What are data literacy and AI literacy — and why are they important skills for K-12 students?
Other countries have already made data literacy and AI literacy part of their K-12 curriculum. Here's what U.S. parents need to understand about these urgently needed skills.
A glimpse into data science classes
Many »ÆÉ«apps are offering data science classes, which can be a great way to prepare for college and career.
How a failing high »ÆÉ«app became a national model for CTE education
Arroyo Valley High School faced many of the usual challenges of big public »ÆÉ«apps in low-income communities. Their rigorous career academies transformed the »ÆÉ«app – and the students.
How high »ÆÉ«app pathway programs can make dreams come true
Hillsboro High’s test scores predict poor outcomes. Then what explains the success of graduates?
Cracking the code on STEM success for Black and brown students
Project Lead The Way enables kids, regardless of background, to set goals and build careers in STEM fields.
A brilliant way to teach advanced English
This IB English teacher has developed a surprisingly simple way to teach complex literary analysis.
Why academic rigor is so important for your child
Long misunderstood, rigor teaches children an invaluable, lifelong skill: how to think deeply and solve problems.
College counseling in high »ÆÉ«app
8 ways innovative high »ÆÉ«apps are helping all their students get to college.
The role of Advanced Placement classes in high »ÆÉ«app
Advanced Placement or AP classes offer students the opportunity to do college-level work and earn college credit while still in high »ÆÉ«app.
What is equitable grading?
How some educators are changing how they grade and helping learning in the process.
How dual enrollment can fuel college success
Offering teens access to college classes in high »ÆÉ«app isn’t just about college credit, it’s about college success.
Giving students voice and choice
Why great high »ÆÉ«apps are designed to put students in charge of their learning.
The power of student exhibitions
Why it’s valuable to help kids show what they know (and not just on a test).
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