The silly jig at Public School 41 New Dorp in Staten Island was intended to celebrate an important decision the children had just made. They were going to college — even the prekindergarteners. Because of a new program the elementary school launched earlier this month, the “C” word will be used a lot more within the school’s walls, said Elise Feldman, the principal. The program teaches students about the importance of getting a college education. In the coming months, the school plans to: • Take students on a tour of the College of Staten Island. • Infuse the curriculum with children’s books, like “Mahalia Mouse Goes to College,” by John Lithgow, and “Judy Moody Goes to College” by Megan McDonald. Read more at:
http://www.nytimes.com/schoolbook/2012/01/18/at-p-s-41-college-planning-begins-in-pre-k/?partner=rss&emc=rss

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