College Readiness
After graduation, what next? Learn about preparing students for college admission and helping them stay in college once they get there.
Incorporating the College Essay Into Your Curriculum
Writing college application essays is stressful, and this 10-day lesson can help. And the writing practice benefits those students who don’t plan to attend college as well.531Using AI to Help Students Prepare for the SAT
Creating college entrance exam prep materials can take a lot of time, but artificial intelligence tools make the process easier.252The College March
A celebration for high school seniors—most of whom will be the first in their families to go to college—as they submit their applications.12.9kThe Principal’s Role in Leading a Pre-College Program
An award-winning principal discusses how she manages a dual-enrollment high school that gives students a head start on college.248Helping Students With Disabilities Understand Accommodations in College
High school educators can play an important role in preparing students to request accommodations in college.2.9kWill Ditching Calculus Make Math More Relevant?
Increasingly, statistics and datasets are in the air we breathe, and some renowned mathematicians say it’s time for K-12 math to reflect this new reality.1.6kDemystifying College for First-Generation Students
Students without a family history of higher education benefit from simple lessons on navigating life in college.678Using Project-Based Learning to Prepare Students for Cutting-Edge Careers
Hoping to prepare high school graduates to solve complex, real-world problems, an Ohio STEM school found answers in project-based learning.1k4 Ways to Guide Students With Disabilities to Success After High School
Strong relationships with teachers combined with early postsecondary planning can improve disabled students’ college and career outcomes.450Modernizing Career and Technical Education
As jobs increasingly require new skills, high schools revive programs that help students explore careers in the course of their studies.1.2kFostering a College-Going Culture in Elementary School
Enlisting the support of alumni and working professionals, a teacher encourages her second graders to start thinking about colleges and careers.879Setting Students Up for College Success
Get a look at a dual-enrollment program that prepares high school students to overcome the obstacles on the path to finishing college.1.2kGuiding Students to Work Effectively With College Admissions Staff
Counselors can offer a variety of programs to help students and their families make the most of interactions with college admissions staff.232Teaching the College Essay
Your students can write argumentative essays, but they need additional guidance to produce standout personal narratives.1.1kDeveloping Effective Programming for High School Students and Families
School counselors can organize events to help students feel comfortable preparing for college while also keeping parents and guardians informed.222