Many educators say their districts aren’t supplying everything their students need. Non-profit groups, community organizations and even the courts are stepping in to help meet needs across the Midwest, but education advocates say it’s not a long-term solution.
RISLA is working to improve year-over-year drop-offs in FAFSA completions.
The projects, which are designed to show leadership and empathy, have included topics and activities such as fundraising, creating cultural activities, and providing mentorship.
Russo oversees projects such as T.E.A.C.H Early Childhood RI, a scholarship and workforce development program that provides financial opportunities and counseling support to the early childhood workforce.
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If all racial/ethnic groups had the same college degree attainment as white adults, the nation’s workers would see an additional $11 trillion in lifetime earnings.
At the same time, the state ranks worst in the nation — nearly three times below national standards — for ensuring there are enough counselors to serve students
“Because my parents are immigrants, they dreamed of this since I was a little child,” Guerra-Carrillo said. “I mean, graduating high school was already just such a big dream.
Omaha native Isa Luzarraga will be able to report her own audio and digital stories.
Connecticut superintendents are concerned about intensifying learning gaps and their ability to address the needs of their diverse districts as COVID-era relief funding expires.
CSI Students feel like there’s still areas on campus that need to be improved, including increasing bilingual faculty.
Education experts are calling for policy and societal changes that would best support educators of color across the state.
