Program activities are facilitated in small learning groups led by UNF Learning Guides/Mentors. These UNF students are first generation college students who have an understanding of how low socioeconomic status can hinder or diffuse the dream of a college bound students. Each UNF Learning Guide demonstrates an intrinsic desire to help low income college bound 6th graders understand what they need to know and do to access higher education.
PreCollegiate Scholars participate in Learning Round Tables led by a UNF Learning Guide Mentor. Activities strengthen middle school students' aspirations to go to college, develop team skills, explore career possibilities, and fortify inquiry and critical thinking skills which enhance academic success. Special attention is given to building background knowledge needed to be success in AP Geography.
UNF Learning Guides also engage PreCollegiate Scholars in College Conversations which focus on the college experience and what is takes to get ready. These mentoring sessions help students answer the following questions:
• Where do I see myself?
• What is high school all about?
• Why is college important?
• What’s the link between what is done in middle school and my future?
Meet the UNF Learning Guides and Jacksonville PreCollegiate Connections: College Reach-Out Program Director
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