Johns Hopkins University Project Title: Achieving College Career Excellence through Student Success (ACCESS) - PG Project Director: Anita Young, Ph.D. Award: $85,000.00 Project Abstract: The current political and economic climate necessitate viable post-secondary options for all students. Previous initiatives such as Reach Higher inspired students to take charge of their future by completing high school and pursuing opportunities such as community or four-year colleges (Reach Higher, 2014). Yet, the research further suggests that there are gaps in “college knowledge” for students of color, low income students, and other underrepresented populations (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP), 2017; National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), 2014; U.S. Department of Education, 2010). The Johns Hopkins University School of Education, in partnership with two Prince George’s County public schools (Central and High Point High Schools), seeks to promote the district’s vision to provide a rigorous educational program that prepares students for optimal college opportunities. The Achieving College/Career Excellence through Student Success (ACCESS) Initiative proposes to increase Central and High Point High Schools’ students, parents, and staff knowledge about post-secondary education attainment and career choices. The initiative targets 10th grade students, especially Free and Reduced Meals (FARMS), and students identified as lacking a post-secondary educational vision. The initiative includes six components that will be replicated at each high school. They are: (1) ACCESS Orientations, (2) PSAT Enrichment Program, (3) Small Groups and Individual Sessions, (4) Parent Communication, (5) Field Trips to Colleges & STEM enrichment tours, and (6) Tutoring Sessions. The anticipated objectives and projected outcomes will help participants develop college and career goals and build protective factors for successful college admission. College Preparation Intervention Program (CPIP) Grant Project Abstracts FY 2017 Awards Johns Hopkins University Project Title: Achieving College/Career Excellence through Student
Johns Hopkins University Project Title: Achieving College Career Excellence through Student Success (ACCESS) - PG Project Director: Anita Young, Ph.D. Award: $85,000.00 Project Abstract: The current political and economic climate necessitate viable post-secondary options for all students. Previous initiatives such as Reach Higher inspired students to take charge of their future by completing high school and pursuing opportunities such as community or four-year colleges (Reach Higher, 2014). Yet, the research further suggests that there are gaps in “college knowledge” for students of color, low income students, and other underrepresented populations (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP), 2017; National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), 2014; U.S. Department of Education, 2010). The Johns Hopkins University School of Education, in partnership with two Prince George’s County public schools (Central and High Point High Schools), seeks to promote the district’s vision to provide a rigorous educational program that prepares students for optimal college opportunities. The Achieving College/Career Excellence through Student Success (ACCESS) Initiative proposes to increase Central and High Point High Schools’ students, parents, and staff knowledge about post-secondary education attainment and career choices. The initiative targets 10th grade students, especially Free and Reduced Meals (FARMS), and students identified as lacking a post-secondary educational vision. The initiative includes six components that will be replicated at each high school. They are: (1) ACCESS Orientations, (2) PSAT Enrichment Program, (3) Small Groups and Individual Sessions, (4) Parent Communication, (5) Field Trips to Colleges & STEM enrichment tours, and (6) Tutoring Sessions. The anticipated objectives and projected outcomes will help participants develop college and career goals and build protective factors for successful college admission. College Preparation Intervention Program (CPIP) Grant Project Abstracts FY 2017 Awards Johns Hopkins University Project Title: Achieving College/Career Excellence through Student