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First-Generation College Students: What They Need to Know
Some children grow up expecting to attend college. Some children
dream about the possibility. At ACT, our mission is to help
everyone succeed. If your child is the first
in the family to attend college, you're not alone. And ACT
is here for you every step of the way.
Start early by encouraging your child to read, research, and think
about what he or she wants to do and be. Beginning in
preschool or elementary school, become an active part of
your child's academic life. Team up with school counselors
and teachers. ACT research proves that the more challenging
the classes, the better prepared your son or daughter will
be for both college and career.
Continue promoting rigorous coursework in high school. If your
child had a rocky start, remind him or her that it's never
too late to turn things around. As the parent of a
first-generation college student, you need to know where to
start. Check out these
first-generation college student resources for some
excellent advice and information.
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This
past weekend 45 student members of the Rockcastle County
High School Y-club traveled to Louisville to attend the Kenands-on
experience in the Executive, Legislative, and Judicial
branches of government. As part of the overall experience,
students ran for various leadership positions, served on
committees, presented bills, argued cases, and debated
passionately.
Danny Barnes is the third RCHS
student in four years to be chosen for the Kentucky Student
Technology Award given by the Kentucky School Media
Association.