Even with a high school diploma, too many students these days arrive at college lacking the right kind of preparation, knowledge and attitude to succeed. How can our community work together to ensure that students arrive ready for success in college? This Choicework Discussion Starter describes three different approaches we could take to help ensure the success of students entering college. Which do you think is likely to have the greatest impact on college readiness, and why?

• Do a better job of “aligning” the K-12 and college teaching and learning experiences
• Make sure students understand and can manage the transition to college
• Make sure kids care about going to college in the first place