Ms. James,
College Coordinator for Clark Preparatory High School, has a clearly defined
role: get students ready for college! Sounds easy, right? Yea, didn’t think so.
Ms. James’ most recent event was the College Fair on Monday October 8, for 9-12
grade students, immediately following Homecoming weekend. Next week, the week
of October 22, will be Graduate Exit exam testing, and right now we’re
discussing when to have Career Fair (so many fairs!) – the week after
Thanksgiving or settle for a date in January? Decisions, decisions. I got Ms.
James in a moment of free time to discuss the College Fair.
There were a number of At A Glance sessions organized for the students at
College Fair. One example was Dress for Success, which aimed at
demonstrating what it means to dress professionally. Prima Donna’s Closet on
St. Charles sponsored apparel such as: shoes, purses and accessories.
The theme of the College Fair was
clear: studying and working hard is important, in fact it’s what college is all
about. As Ms. James explained, “The College Day Fair was a great success.
Students in grades 9th-12th attended the browse session
and participated the At A Glance Sessions. The browse
session consisted of a brief introduction of the college application process, issuance
of college brochures, college admissions and the requirements for scholarships
and college admissions. We would like to extend our gratitude to the parents,
faculty, staff and sponsors for loyalty and dedication with our students.
Special thanks to our sponsors; Boh Bros Construction LLC, NOLA Copy &
Print, Gulf Coast Bank, M & W Display, Prima Donna’s Closet, Darcy McKinnon
Graphic Design, Chap’s Party Rental, and Community Coffee House.”
Ms. James knew what needed to be at the College Fair for students to see
first-hand what it means to get ready and go to college. Ms. James knows her students
and they respect her; as I spoke with her a senior who recently submitted a
chunk of applications tried to shake her hand to greet her. She jokingly said
“I’m not shaking your hand, this isn’t a business agreement.” and she brought
him in for a hug. Ms. James embraces her students and knew exactly what to do
to make the College Fair a success, so thank you Ms. James!
Kathleen Duffy is the AmeriCorps VISTA Outreach Coordinator for Clark Prep High School.
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