16 Schools to Pilot “Personalized Learning Plan”

An interesting article was written in the June 17th edition of NJSBA (New Jersey School Boards Association) Notes. It touches on a new pilot taking place at 16 counties accross New Jersey that depending on its outcome may have a significant impact on the future of High school education.

Sixteen schools from 12 counties will participate in the Personalized Student Learning Plan (PSLP) pilot program set to be launched during the 2009-2010 school year. Lucille E. Davy, New Jersey commissioner of education, made the announcement on June 9.

Personalized learning plans are part of the state’s high school redesign project to better prepare students for the college and the workforce. The plans help students recognize and achieve their goals by utilizing adult mentors, including parents, teachers and counselors...[read more]