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High School Dropout Prevention Workshop

The Key to Motivating Students for Higher Academic Achievement


How to Implement a Freshman Transition Course in the 8th or 9th grade that promotes dropout prevention, college completion, & self-sufficiency


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Discover a course that addresses the Course Standards for Freshman Transition Classes from The George Washington University's Freshman Transition Initiative and learn to implement the goals of its 10-Step Plan.

You'll learn:
  • How entering freshmen can develop a meaningful and quantitative 10-year plan in either the 8th or 9th grade
  • Strategies for using each student's 10-year plan throughout high school for advisory functions and academic coaching
  • Best practices from schools that have experienced success with this process
You'll come away with:
  • A proven curriculum that helps students recognize the value of education and the importance of staying in school
  • Techniques and tools for integrating academics and technology in this process
  • Strategies and resources for getting buy-in from all stakeholders
  • Information about funding opportunities -- now and in the future
  • A comprehensive plan for implementing proven dropout prevention strategies

If you find the dropout rate at your
school unacceptable
don't miss this important event!
Who Should Attend?
  • High School and middle school principals
  • District administrators interested in dropout prevention
  • Academic chairs for 8th and 9th grade programs
  • Vice principals of curriculum
  • Teams of academic instructors in freshman academies
School Dropout Prevention