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About BSAP
 The Black Student Achievement Program (BSAP) of The
Howard County Public School System was established in
1986. Over the years, BSAP has been a viable resource to
the school system, to black students, to their parents,
and to the community. Through a coordinated system of
services, BSAP guides black students to develop
education, career and personal/social competencies.
The ultimate outcome is for black students to be
prepared to excel as leaders ready to conquer the
challenges of the 21st century.
BSAP assists the HCPSS with implementing the
Comprehensive Plan and achieving the goal of closing the
achievement gap evident in state and data patterns.
Academic Transition Assistants and Academic Mentors
are academic case managers who provide skilled support
and information to students on their formal and informal
caseloads. Academic Transition Assistants and Academic
Mentors work closely with school administrators,
counselors, teachers, and other student support
specialists.
BSAP staff encourage students and parents to strive for:
- Report card grades above "C" in Math, English,
Science, Social Studies
- Enrollment in college prep courses
- Enrollment in G/T and AP classes
- Passing scores on each HSA test
- Zero disciplinary referrals
- Involvement in at least one club or athletic
team
- Positive asset development
To meet the HCPSS targets to close the achievement
gap by 2007 as delineated in the Comprehensive Plan,
BSAP has identified seven areas of impact:
1. Academic Placement
2. Grades and Recognition
3. Nurturing Classrooms
4. Leadership and Participation
5. Academic Support
6. Academic Presence
7. Culture and History
BSAP strategies are enhanced by the Maryland State
Department of Education Core Learning Goals for the
Skills for Success:
1. Learning Skills
2. Thinking Skills
3. Communication Skills
4. Technology Skills
5. Interpersonal Skills
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