The Huffington Post – Brian G. Osborne, Ed.D.
“…the college admissions journey for our students didn’t start this year, or even in high school. In New Rochelle, we offer opportunities for children to visit colleges while they’re still in elementary school. Children from Columbus School recently visited Iona College. A counselor gave kids and their parents a tour of the campus, answered questions, and discussed the courses to take in high school to best prepare for higher learning. Our district also does early work in middle school to support college readiness…Another critical way to get students college ready is by offering world language beginning in elementary school. There is a great deal of evidence showing the cognitive and social benefits of bilingualism…Educators must recognize each step in a child’s educational journey leads to college readiness – not just the final few. The graduating class of 2027 is preparing right now.”(more)