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5 of my favorite college links
Friday, February 5th, 2010 by Julie Best

5 of my favorite college links

Here are five excellent web sites with useful information for students, teachers, and policymakers: http://www.actstudent.org/explore/    things students need to know to plan for high school courses, prepare for the ACT, or choose a career direction http://www.knowhow2go.org/index.php   4 steps you must take to get to college for high schoolers or adults http://www.pathwaystocollege.net/  easy access to research-based policies, practices, and ...

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How do I calculate my G.P.A.?
Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010 by Julie Best

How do I calculate my G.P.A.?

It is nearly the end of the semester at most middle schools in Idaho and now is an ideal time for middle school students to learn about grades and grade point averages, also know as GPA. When I go into the classroom after first semester grades are distributed and ask students if they know what ...

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Is Middle School too early to start preparing for post secondary education?
Tuesday, December 15th, 2009 by Julie Best

Is Middle School too early to start preparing for post secondary education?

Middle school-aged students are transitioning from elementary to secondary educational systems. They have multiple teachers, classes, increased home work expectations, test preparation, and PUBURTY! It is a difficult time for many students and let’s just add one more thing to their plates – college awareness. While some would argue that the students have enough to ...

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High School Is Not Enough: Go On.