Dear Colleagues,
Connection is usually on summer hiatus this month and next, but important initiatives and developments are occurring so quickly that we decided a June update would be worthwhile to you.
Among the noteworthy news is the work that’s being done on the Common Core State Standards Initiative, and a two-part report has been released from our National Office for School Counselor Advocacy that offers insight into critical principal-counselor relationships. And just today, the National Commission on Writing is releasing its second report in its Student Voices series, “Words Have No Borders: Student Voices on Immigration, Language and Culture,” in which students who have moved here from other countries share their stories of learning English, navigating American culture and succeeding in school.
This month, I will be traveling to China to further our relationship with Hanban and our efforts here at the College Board to help U.S. educators learn about Chinese culture and language in an effort to build and expand Chinese language programs in U.S. schools. We appreciate the support of Hanban, which has enabled more American students to learn the Chinese language, discover the vibrant culture of China and participate more fully in the cultural exchange between our two countries.
Next month, I’m looking forward to seeing many of you at the Advanced Placement® Annual Conference in San Antonio. It’s always an honor to be among AP® teachers and administrators. I especially enjoy attending the sessions and spending time with these dynamic, committed educators.
In closing, I will note that I have just celebrated my 10th anniversary at the College Board. Every year has been filled with the joy of working alongside you, our members, to accomplish important work. It has been a privilege, and I look forward to the future with optimism and confidence. Thanks to all of you who have made these 10 years a great success.
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