East Meck had some help in getting more of these students in AP courses from Equal Opportunity Schools, an organization that works with hundreds of schools nationwide — and 10 schools in CMS — to get more low-income students and students of color enrolled in academically challenging programs.
Starting last year, all students took an in-depth EOS survey that helped school officials to better target students capable of passing an advanced course. “The students identified their own skills,” Price said.” [Answers like] I’m a hard worker, I do my homework on time, I ask questions, I’m inquisitive and I want to learn more in class.”
