Pathways to Graduation: Supporting All Students to Mastery

March 27, 2003, 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Northeastern University

Lead Sponsor: Center for Education Research & Policy aat MassINC

Co-Sponsors: Northeastern University
and Massachusetts Business Alliance for Education

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Panel Presenters
Mark McQuillan, Office of the Commissioner, Department of Education
Patricia Plummer, Deputy Chancellor, Board of Higher Education

Discussion Respondents
Eduardo Carballo, Superintendent, Holyoke Public Schools
Sandra Kurtinitis, President, Quinsigamond Community College
Wilfredo Laboy, Superintendent, Lawrence Public Schools
Andre Mayer, Senior Vice President for Research, Associated Industries of Massachusetts
Richard Robison, Executive Director, Federation for Children with Special Needs
State Representative Marie St. Fleur (D), Co-Chair, Joint Committee on Education, Arts and Humanities
Student Representative, High School Senior, City on a Hill Charter School

Despite enormous progress in preparing all students to pass the MCAS, many students from the Class of 2003 will require additional time and support to achieve this challenging graduation requirement and earn their high school diplomas. The Commonwealth and local districts have a continuing obligation to provide these students with opportunities to achieve mastery. With graduation just a few short months away, join us for a panel discussion that is designed to explore critical and timely concerns, including:

· What pathways, programs, and strategies are in place to support all students in their efforts to earn a diploma?
· What additional programs and policies would assist the most at-risk student populations to attain mastery?
· How can state government and local educators collaborate to provide ongoing support for these students?