How AVID levels the playing field, helping underserved students come out ahead In Question Everything, award-winning education writer Jay Mathews presents the stories and winning strategies behind the Advancement Via Individual Determination program (AVID).
When Mike Feinberg and Dave Levin signed up for Teach for America right after college and found themselves utter failures in the classroom, they vowed to remake themselves into superior educators. They did that—and more. In their early twenties, by sheer force of talent and determination never to take no for an answer, they created a wildly successful fifth-grade experience that would grow into the Knowledge Is Power Program (KIPP), which today includes sixty-six schools in nineteen states and the District of Columbia.KIPP schools incorporate what Feinberg and Levin learned from America's best, most charismatic lessons need to be lively; school days need to be longer (the KIPP day is nine and a half hours); the completion of homework has to be sacrosanct (KIPP teachers are available by telephone day and night). Chants, songs, and slogans such as "Work hard, be nice" energize the program. Illuminating the ups and downs of the KIPP founders and their students, Mathews gives us something quite a hopeful book about education.
Getting Beyond the Ivy League to the College That Is Best for You
Navigating the college selection process can be overwhelming, but this guide offers practical advice to help students make informed decisions. It emphasizes the importance of aligning personal values, interests, and career goals with potential colleges. Readers will find insights on evaluating academic programs, campus culture, and financial considerations, as well as tips on visiting schools and engaging with current students. Ultimately, the book aims to empower students to choose a college that truly fits their aspirations and needs.
Lasst mir meine Kinder! - Der verweifelte Aufschrei einer behinderten Mutter, die um ihre Kinder kämpfte - bk1237; Goldmann Verlag; Jay Mathews; pocket_book; 1993