Evidence of Engagement posts tagged "College access and readiness"

A is for Advocacy

Many talk about social justice, but do they really know the definition? Social justice refers to the “idea of creating a society or institution that is based on the principles of equality and solidarity, that understands and values human rights, and that recognizes the dignity of every human being.”

In Our Schools: ASCD comes to Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School

February 2nd, 2011 -- 8:15am to 3:15pm

@the Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School located at 511 W 182nd Street

No Shortcuts: The WHEELS case study in Wendy Kopp’s new book

It’s all about transformational change in service of excellent education for all children.  That’s the premise of Wendy Kopp’s new book, A Chance to Make History.  Kopp, founder and CEO of Teach for America, packed its 200 pages with powerful lessons, anecdotes and principles for transforming the educational system at every level.

Springfield Renaissance School partners with Mount Holyoke College

For a great example of how schools can partner with local colleges and universities, read this article on the Mount Holyoke College website about their partnership with the Springfield Renaissance School.

 

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