Exposure to Summer Programs Essential to Students' Retention

Each summer, some children have the chance to explore their interests and keep their minds sharp, while others do not. The cost of top-notch programs can be a stretch, even for families with means. And as districts cut back on summer school, children from poor families are even less likely to experience those learning opportunities -- though they may need them the most. Click below to read the story of two girls' summers--and what a difference it made.