The College Board Recognizes Most Improved U.S. High Schools

Three outstanding high schools that have successfully improved the academic environment and helped students achieve equitable access to higher education despite social, economic and cultural challenges have been named College Board 2008 Inspiration Award winners. Each winning school receives a $25,000 award to be used by the school to boost efforts to guide and encourage more students to realize the promise of higher education.

“The College Board’s Inspiration Awards honor those high schools that initiate unique programs and create partnerships among teachers, parents, community organizations and local businesses to help more students pursue a college education,” said College Board President Gaston Caperton.

Recipients of the 2008 awards are:
– Edinburg High School in Edinburg, Texas
– Berkmar High School in Lilburn, Ga.
– Friendship Collegiate Academy in Washington, D.C.

“More than ever, we need schools to prepare every student to succeed in higher education,” said U.S. Secretary of Education Margaret Spellings. “Schools such as this year’s winners set a strong example by leveraging innovative strategies and community partnerships to overcome challenges. They can be proud of cultivating learning environments with high expectations, challenging course work and teachers who care. This Administration will continue to promote policies to help ensure that every diploma is a ticket to success in college and beyond.”

Source: The College Board

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