Jada Kamau’s Post

As a state so heavily dependent on tourism, legislators should balance education benefits with the economic impact of changing school start dates. While Horry County has been a hold out (for now) our base of tourism who drive here from the rest of SC and the surrounding states has dried up putting a halt on peak revenue season as much as a month early. Not to mention summer work for teachers becoming less realistic with a shrinking summer sabbatical. Our entrepreneurs in Retail and Hospitality will continue to suffer from these changes that aren’t analyzed thoroughly enough. https://lnkd.in/e2PATDbv

Each new week is a chance to chase your dreams, and at James Cook University, we’re committed to helping you turn those dreams into reality. Whether it’s exploring cutting-edge programs or preparing for your next academic adventure, this is your time to shine. Let’s make it a week of progress, purpose, and possibilities! #FutureLeaders #JCU #StudyAbroadJourney #MotivationMonday"

#HigherEducation is not one-size-fits-all. Being able to choose from a variety of educational paths can help students meet their unique goals and build the skills needed to support the life that they want to live.

It’s taken us a while to reach 100 Schools but we're now accelerating towards 200 ... Read the full article: Celebrating 100 Schools ▸ https://lnkd.in/eM_pYVh6 #SchoolMaintenance #CasserlyPropertyManagement #PlannedMaintenanceComplianceService

The dream of college is increasingly out of reach for first generation, low-income students. Soaring tuition costs create a significant barrier, jeopardizing their futures and limiting Massachusetts' talent pool. Bottom Line is committed to changing this by empowering high-potential, low-income, first generation students with the resources and support they need to access and succeed in college. Join me (and many other professionals from across industries) at the inaugural Go Far, Give Back Soirée on Friday, October 25th and be a part of the solution! Here's what you can expect: · Elegant evening at Artists for Humanity (100 W 2nd St, Boston, MA) with signature cocktails, delectable hors d'oeuvres, and live music. · Network with fellow young professionals passionate about education equity. · Make a real impact: Your attendance raises critical funds to support our proven model. The results speak for themselves: · Last year, Bottom Line helped 230 high school students achieve college success: o 98% met their FAFSA deadlines. o 91% committed to college by June. o 77% chose affordable options. o Bottom Line surpassed national averages with a 90% first-year retention rate. Be a champion for educational access. Secure your tickets today! If you have questions or want to learn more about Bottom Line or this event, please contact me. 🎫 Buy your ticket here:

📣 Have you seen New England College's beautiful new magazine? 📖✨ It’s packed with incredible student, faculty, and alumni stories, and much more. Dive into the full magazine at 👉 https://lnkd.in/grVKZiaz. What’s your favorite feature? Comment below! ⬇️ #NewEngCollege #CollegeMagazine #MustRead #TopCollege

Grateful for the opportunity to present at this past week’s Ruffalo Noel Levitz conference alongside my RNL friends Sherri Erkel, Ph.D., Brandi Phillips, and Stephanie Miller on the topic of enhancing student success with holistic advising. If you follow the evidence trail, then you understand how holistic advising can enhance student outcomes. More broadly, an intentional focus on advising redesign can serve as a strategic lever for improved organizational and mission effectiveness. I was impressed by the many attendees who shared a general understanding of the historical roots of whole student support, leading back to the many access and financial aid programs borne from legislation in the mid to late 60s. (Great attendance, even better engagement!) With an increasing focus from expanded access to students’ completion, we would do well to draw from these historically successful approaches to student learning, development and success. When combined with and informed by the intentional use of data (ie, to identify which students need support and when), new tools and differentiated models of support, we can increase the impact of whole student support, bring efforts to scale, and help more students achieve their educational goals.    I was also happy to share how The State University of New York's current system-wide effort to bring its CUNY ASAP replication initiative to scale, of which SUNY Westchester Community College’s enhanced advising program, Viking ROADs, is an illustrative example of what's possible. Where to start? Begin with an informed understanding of your current students and gain a clear understanding of their goals. In other words, begin by truly centering your students’ success.  #StudentSuccess #AcademicAdvising #StudyTheData

Stonehill College has been recognized again this year by The Wall Street Journal for the value it provides students, especially in the areas of career preparation and character development. In the news outlet’s recently released best colleges survey, the College ranked among the top 13 schools in Massachusetts. In terms of student outcomes, the College received a salary impact score of 87 out of 100, an increase over last year’s score. Based on student survey results, the College scored higher this year across all areas of focus including learning opportunities, preparation for career, and learning facilities. In the category of character development, a measure introduced this year, Stonehill earned a high score of 79. This new criterion focused on “the extent to which the colleges develop character strengths that help students make a meaningful contribution to society, including moral courage, resilience and fairness.” Learn more about this accolade: https://zurl.co/RwCQ

It’s First-Generation Celebration Week! We’re spotlighting advice from first-generation faculty, staff, and students in the Purdue HTM - White Lodging-J.W. Marriott, Jr. School of Hospitality and Tourism Management. Here’s some guidance from Melissa Almanza, MPH, academic advisor: "As a first-generation college student, Purdue gave me ample opportunities to learn and grow. My best advice for students is to learn how to ask for help. Whether it’s from your professors, TAs, academic advisor, RA, or your peers, asking for help is the best way to connect with others and build your community of support. You are going to do great things on campus and beyond!"

At Saint Louis Sudbury School, students are free to ask questions, learn from, and hang out with students and staff of all ages. Sudbury model school graduates often comment about how they are comfortable talking with their professors, supervisors, and co-workers of different ages. When have you worked with a team who were all the same age? This is a great behind the scenes moment of a younger student asking for help about possibly changing a school rule. He wanted to know about the wording of the current rule, how to make a motion in School Meeting to change it, and help writing the item on the School Meeting agenda. Are you interested in exploring Self-Directed Education in a democratic learning community for your child? Want to see your child reignite their love for learning? Provide them with an opportunity of time and space to discover themselves and prioritize their well-being? Schedule a tour of Saint Louis Sudbury School this spring, consider a Visiting Week in the spring or summer, and enroll in the fall! https://lnkd.in/gfpwApCX (Note: a few spots remain for this current School Year.)