The philosophy of the group Partners in Education is the sooner
the better. It's never too early to encourage your kids to
pursue a college education. On Saturday what was called a
"College Coach" workshop was held at the University of Toledo
and sponsored by Partners in Education. 100 Toledo Public School
students in grades five through seven, their parents and
educators attended. The message is that if parents wait until
high school to discuss college aspirations with their kids, it
may be too late. By starting young, you instill good study
habits and promote career goals. "The parents are going to make
sure their kids get to school, do homework and ask questions,
helping expose them to different careers. Our program helps them
do that," said Becky Spencer of Partners in Education. It
wouldn't be a "College Coach" workshop if the kids didn't hear
from a real coach. UT Womens Basketball coach Tricia Cullop gave
them some inspirational advice. "You can never start too late.
We start recruiting young, even in