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1 Improving College Access for Minority, Low-Income, and First-Generation Students Monica Martinez Shayna Klopott Institute for Educational Leadership and the National Clearinghouse for Comprehensive School Reform
2 The Pathways to College Network is an alliance of major foundations, non profit organizations, educational institutions, and the U.S. Department of Education, working together to improve college access and success for large numbers of underserved youth. The Education Resources Institute (TERI) was founded in 1985 to provide education financing and information services to students and their families. As a private, not-for-profit organization, TERI recognizes that middle-income Americans are increasingly excluded from traditional financial aid programs. To help fill the financial aid gap, TERI offers loans based on creditworthiness, not income limitations. Copyright All rights reserved. Printed in the United States of America. Published by the Pathways to College Network Clearinghouse. Copies are available from the Pathways to College Network Clearinghouse. Pathways to College Network Clearinghouse Educational Opportunity Clearinghouses Pell Institute for the Study of Opportunity in Education 1025 Vermont Ave. NW, Suite 1025 Washington, DC Telephone: Fax: Electronic copies in PDF format can be downloaded at Pathways to College Network 31 St. James Ave., 6 th Floor Boston, MA Telephone: Fax
3 Table of Contents Introduction... 1 Recommendation 1: Raise Expectations for Students... 4 Recommendation 2: Provide Academic Support... 6 Recommendation 3: Improve Social Support for Students... 8 Recommendation 4: P-16 Alignment Recommendation 5: Make Quality Evaluations a Component of All New Efforts...11 Conclusion Citations... 14
4 1 Introduction The purpose of this paper is to synthesize the recommendations made in four white papers commissioned by the Pathways to College Network focused on elements that lead to increased access to college for minority, low-income, and first-generation students. These papers are: How Do Educators Cultural Belief Systems Affect Underserved Students Pursuit of Postsecondary Education? co-authored by Pat George and Rosa Aronson from the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP); How is School Reform Tied to Increasing College Access and Success for Low-Income and Minority Youth? co-authored by Monica Martinez and Shayna Klopott from the Institute for Educational Leadership (IEL); How do Pre-Collegiate Academic Outreach Programs Impact College-Going Among Underrepresented Students? coauthored by Yvette Gullatt and Wendy Jan from the University of California, Office of the President (UCOP); and The Middle Grades: Putting All Students on Track for College by Dr. Sharon Camblin. The four papers identify a common problem: the current structure of middle and high schools is inadequate to prepare minority, lowincome, and first-generation students to attend college. Although each paper examines a different cause of this disjuncture, each comes to the conclusion that a successful change will require significant transformation in secondary education, and possibly a complete overhauling of the P-16 existing system. The paper, How Do Educators Cultural Belief Systems Affect Underserved Students Pursuit of Postsecondary Education? examines the relationship between educators cultural beliefs an individual s ways of viewing the world based on cultural norms and expectations and underserved students pursuit of postsecondary education.
5 2 It argues that many, if not most teachers are unprepared to work with the diverse students that fill today s schools. The authors contend that, although generally unconsciously, educators frequently alter their expectations of students abilities and achievement based on their race, gender, socio-economic status, and other such demographic characteristics, and that they are, consequently, less likely to present advanced work to such students. Additionally, differential cultural expectations and understandings of learning styles and student, teacher, and family roles, often lead to a disconnect between schools and families/communities and limit the effects of classroom learning, as students see fewer connections to the real world. The paper, How is School Reform Tied to Increasing College Access and Success for Low-Income and Minority Youth? examines the predictors of college-going behavior and explores the ways in which a number of high school reform efforts address those predictors. It concludes that, while most high school reform efforts were not primarily designed to increase college access, many of them have incorporated practices, such as increased academic press and a greater provision of support structures for students that research suggests improve the likelihood that underrepresented minority and low-income youth will successfully enroll in, and complete, college. Martinez and Klopott find that the most common elements of the reform initiatives include access to a common core academic curriculum for all students, a balance of academic and social support for the purpose of developing social networks and instrumental relationships, the use of small or personalized learning environments, and the alignment of curriculum between and among various levels.
6 3 The paper, How do Pre-Collegiate Academic Outreach Programs Impact College-Going among Underrepresented Students? identifies the characteristics of practices that comprise effective programs, and the implications that they have for further development of pre-collegiate academic development programs and for school reform. The authors conclude that most pre-collegiate outreach programs are designed to counter the effects of negative school and/or lack of community resources and influences that inhibit student learning and goal-setting. This is called the deficit-building model. Gullatt and Jan find 10 principles of practice that are exemplified in strong pre-collegiate outreach programs designed according to the deficit-building model: (1) high standards for program students and staff; (2) personalized attention for students; (3) adult role models; (4) peer support; (5) K-12 program integration; (6) strategically timed interventions; (7) long-term investment in students; (8) school/society bridge for students; (9) scholarship assistance; and (10) evaluation designs that contribute results to interventions (Gullat & Jan, 2002). The most successful pre-collegiate programs, they contend, are developed around these principles and provide experiences that enable underrepresented youth to successfully enroll in college. The paper, The Middle Grades: Putting All Students on Track for College seeks to answer four critical questions: (1) what is the relationship between the middle grades and college access; (2) how can middle grade schools mitigate the challenges faced by the underserved student; (3) what are the capacities that middle grade schools need in order to ensure college access for the underserved student; and (4) how can middle grade schools develop those capacities? The author argues that it is during the middle grades that students need to begin to develop college awareness/predisposition and to begin to
7 4 plan for college by ensuring that their academic plans are well aligned to college enrollment requirements and by developing an understanding that college is possible, even for students who don t come from traditional college-going families. Additionally, the author contends that it is the job of the middle grades school to provide both students and their families with the counseling and activities to develop this awareness and planning and to provide the academic rigor and support to make college access a possibility. Finally, the author suggests that middle grades schools need to develop clear standards, high expectations, and school structures that meet students needs. Each of the four papers concluded with a series of recommendations. Although the language varied from paper to paper, there was significant commonality among the four papers. Overall, there were 13 unique recommendations made to address the inadequate collegiate preparation of minority, low-income, and first-generation students. Using the 13 original recommendations, we provide five synthesized recommendations with concrete examples for achieving each one. Recommendation 1: Raise Expectations for Students Research on the relationship between teachers expectations and student performance indicates that teachers judgments and expectations of student ability influence student performance (Alvidrez & Weinstein, 1999; Jussim & Eccles, 1992; Anyon, 1980). Therefore, creating an environment in which students are expected to achieve at high levels and where they are encouraged and supported in doing so is a critical means of preparing students for college attendance.
8 5 Require all students to take an academically rigorous core curriculum. Providing access to such a curriculum sends teachers and students a message that all students can complete high-level work (Martinez & Klopott, 2002; George & Aronson, 2002; Camblin, 2003). Instill the expectation of college readiness in students as early as the middle grades to ensure that they begin to develop college and career aspirations, as well as to create an appropriate academic plan (Camblin, 2003). Instill the expectation among staff and faculty that college preparation will be a goal for every student. In turn, students will work harder, internalize the expectation, and consequently work toward college enrollment as a personal goal (Martinez & Klopott, 2002; George & Aronson, 2002; Camblin, 2003). Address the cultural beliefs of school staff. Teachers should work to recognize their own cultural beliefs and understand how those beliefs might affect their pedagogy and their interactions with students. Once aware of their biases, teachers are able to change their practices and more effectively meet the needs of their students (George & Aronson, 2002; Camblin, 2003). Incorporate students cultural, linguistic, and historical knowledge into the curricula and activities of the school. In doing so students will see their culture and language as assets and will become more engaged in the teaching and learning process (George & Aronson, 2002; Gullat & Jan, 2002; Camblin, 2003). Teach higher order skills to all students as opposed to developing memorization and skills. When students are placed in classrooms that provide more intense, varied, and authentic instructional experiences (knowledge construction and
9 6 relevance) they demonstrate the ability to master more complex and demanding tasks (Newman & Wehlage, 1996; Martinez & Klopott, 2002; George & Aronson, 2002; Camblin, 2003). Work with families and postsecondary institutions to create high expectations and clear pathways to postsecondary education. Parental support and knowledge of the college-going process is crucial to helping students attain bachelor s degrees. By working with both parents and postsecondary institutions, high schools can assure that parents have the information that their children need to attend college (Martinez & Klopott, 2002; Gullat & Jan, 2002; Camblin, 2003). Recommendation 2: Provide Academic Support One of the most important components of college preparation is the provision of strong academic support. Research shows that students who take high-level courses, including advanced mathematics in high school, are more likely to enroll in and complete bachelor s programs than those who do not (Adelman, 1999). However, low-income, underrepresented minority, and first-generation students are often unprepared for, and discouraged from taking such courses. Therefore, it is necessary for high schools to implement structures and activities that provide consistent academic help to support students in taking and successfully completing academically rigorous work to ensure that they are prepared for postsecondary education. Develop personalized learning environments where teachers know their students well. This enables teachers to design lessons that meet the needs and interests of
10 7 individual students and to provide individualized academic support (Martinez & Klopott, 2002; George & Aronson, 2002; Gullat & Jan, 2002; Camblin, 2003). Align curricula within the school. Teachers from each grade level, including postsecondary faculty, should work together to align the content and skills presented in each course to provide academic continuity from year to year within subject areas. Cohesion in course material from grade to grade ensures that students are prepared for each subsequent course level, which greatly improves their chances for success (Martinez & Klopott, 2002; George & Aronson, 2002). Develop partnerships with higher education to provide timely academic interventions. Academic interventions come in numerous forms, including, but not limited to, using university partners as tutors to improve students skills and to help them with accelerated coursework, or training teachers to provide intensive reading remediation so that their students can participate in content area work. Such interventions enable high schools to enroll more students in high-level coursework and help them to succeed in it, and to provide additional resources for students (Martinez & Klopott, 2002; George & Aronson, 2002; Gullat & Jan, 2002). Improve the school-community connection to bring relevance to students learning experience, thus engaging students in school while building ties to the community. For students who are most at risk for school failure, linking education to experience is often a critical form of support (Martinez & Klopott, 2002; George & Aronson, 2002; Camblin, 2003).
11 8 Provide additional resources to students who are challenged by academically rigorous work. This can include before- or after-school tutoring, small classes, Saturday school, and catch up classes, among other possibilities (Martinez & Klopott, 2002; George & Aronson, 2002; Gullat & Jan, 2002). Give school staff, including counselors, the time to help each student develop an academic program that meets their needs and adequately prepares them to meet their postsecondary goals. Having an adult help students align their coursework and their academic and career goals is a crucial aspect of academic support, particularly for students who are academically unprepared (George & Aronson, 2002; Martinez & Klopott, 2002; Camblin, 2003). Work to build school capacity so that faculties can think systematically, reflect on their own beliefs, evaluate their own teaching, see instruction as the interaction among teachers, students, and the activities and materials, and can be inclusive in the school and community (Camblin, 2003). Recommendation 3: Improve Social Support for Students Another crucial aspect of preparing underserved students for college attendance is helping students develop strong social networks that support them in their academic and emotional development. In addition, schools should work to ensure that students have access to the information and adults that can help them make appropriate educational decisions (Martinez & Klopott, 2002; Camblin, 2003). This support can come from school, home, and the community.
12 9 Provide adult guides to help students set and work toward goals. Students, particularly those placed at risk by non-school circumstances need to have an adult in the school that can support them through any turmoil that might erupt in their lives and lead them through the decisions that characterize adolescence. Teachers, counselors, and administrators can serve as such guides to students (Martinez & Klopott, 2002; George & Aronson, 2002; Gullat & Jan, 2002; Camblin, 2003). Provide structures that enable students to know each other well. The development of strong peer networks provides students with another resource for information, as well as for support. Such networks provide students with a positive context in which they can work through a rigorous and demanding curriculum (Martinez & Klopott, 2002; George & Aronson, 2002; Camblin, 2003). Develop partnerships with higher education to provide timely support-focused interventions. Support-focused interventions entail the provision of timely information, such as what courses need to be completed for college enrollment and how and when to apply for financial aid, as well as having adults to help guide students through the difficult years of adolescence and the college-going process. Frequently, such adults can be provided through school staff (teachers, counselors, and administrators) or through mentorship programs in which university partners match college students with high school students in need of a mentor (Martinez & Klopott, 2002; George & Aronson, 2002; Gullat & Jan, 2002; Camblin, 2003).
13 10 Develop strong ties to community organizations and families to provide a supportive environment for students. Communities can provide validation and support to students academic experiences and can help schools to validate students struggles to balance the world of school and their home communities (which often are quite different with regard to culture, language, etc). Learning to balance the two arenas of their lives or to live in two worlds, as it is often described is critical to students who intend to pursue postsecondary education (George & Aronson, 2002). Recommendation 4: P-16 Alignment Inherent in the recommendations to prepare students academically for postsecondary success is the need for alignment and collaboration across the P-16 system. Aligning curricula and expectations from grade to grade, as well as aligning high school graduation requirements with those for college entrance ensures that students are (1) prepared for each successive year of school; (2) aware of the expectations at each successive year of school; and (3) prepared for full participation in postsecondary education (Kirst, 2001). Furthermore, close collaboration among institutions enables schools to provide students with the information that they need to successfully enroll in postsecondary education (McDonough, 1997; Cabrera & La Nasa, 2000a). Align curricula across grades from kindergarten through college. By working together to develop high expectations early in students academic careers and to continually reinforce and build on those expectations, educators can ensure that
14 11 students are prepared for the rigor of college curricula (Martinez & Klopott, 2002; George & Aronson, 2002; Gullat & Jan, 2002). Provide students with information about, and help with, the college application process prior to high school. Because students high school coursework greatly affects their college eligibility and their success in postsecondary education, they should receive the information regarding academic requirements for college enrollment as early as possible (no later than 7 th grade). School counselors and postsecondary institutions should work together to provide this information until the students have successfully enrolled in a postsecondary institution (Gullat & Jan, 2002; Camblin, 2003). Begin university outreach programs to help students reach fluency in mathematics and reading early enough to prepare students for advanced level math (Algebra II and beyond) and reading-based subject areas (Gullat & Jan, 2002; Camblin, 2003). Recommendation 5: Make Quality Evaluations a Component of All New Efforts In doing the research for the white papers, both Martinez and Klopott and Gullat and Jan found a significant dearth of data regarding the success rates of both high school reform initiatives and pre-college programs for low-income and minority students (Martinez & Klopott, 2002; Gullat & Jan, 2002). Without this type of data program effectiveness cannot be documented and it is impossible to make midcourse corrections (Gandara, 2001; Cohen, 2001).
15 12 Conduct well-designed evaluations that link reform practices or outreach initiatives to indicators of college preparedness (Martinez & Klopott, 2002; Gullat & Jan, 2002). Collect data on high school graduation rates and college enrollment rates, in addition to student achievement scores. For example, if a school implements program X, it should collect data on the graduation and college enrollment rates of the students who participate in it, and should compare those data to nonparticipants to see if program X is effective (Gullat & Jan, 2002; Martinez & Klopott, 2002). Collect data on the types of postsecondary institutions in which students enroll and on their enrollment status. Students college graduation rates are greatly influenced by the type (two- or four-year) institution in which they enroll, as well as by their enrollment status (full- or part-time). They should compare the success rates of students who complete the program to a similar group of students who did not complete the program (Martinez & Klopott, 2002). Collect data on college graduation rates, including the number of years that it takes students to complete their bachelor s degree. Schools, model developers, and particularly, outreach programs designed to help students enter and succeed in college, should continue to collect data on the number of students that go through the program and that graduate from college. They should compare the success rates of students who complete the program to a similar group of students who did not complete the program (Gullat & Jan, 2002; Martinez & Klopott, 2002).
16 13 Conclusion In this paper we have summarized the recommendations of four previous papers commissioned by the Pathways to College Network. The research discussed in the four papers suggests a framework for a fundamental shift in our understanding of the purpose of and practices within secondary education so that we can successfully prepare all students for postsecondary education. This framework calls for high schools and the systems in which they operate to provide access to strong social and academic support for students and for alignment within and between systems. We believe that the framework presented in these recommendations can serve to stimulate conversations and debate among policymakers at the school, district, state, and federal level, and ultimately lead to the substantial changes in practice and policy that are necessary to provide all students with the opportunity to successfully enroll in and complete postsecondary education. Although we recognize that additional recommendations could be made to improve the relationship between secondary education and college preparedness, this analysis is limited to those that were made in the earlier papers.
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