Help is here for young people achieve their education goals

By Shantelle James, M.Ed.

Education Services Specialist

 

March 2 Success is an online, self-paced course provided at no cost to schools and is designed to accelerate the student learning curve for state assessment testing, SAT and ACT practice as well as prepare for STEM related college admission exams.

          

March2Sucess is provided as a public service by the  Department of the Army and U.S. Army Recruiting Command and is also a great tool to engage students through self-learning modules.  This cutting edge assessment software, developed by Peterson's, may also be used to compliment teacher's curriculums via tutoring, subject area homework assignments, and/or an extra credit option.

 The minimum age requirement for registrants of the program is 13 so it may also be used at the middle school level.

  

The program's incorporated monitoring feature is ideal for tracking individual student progression through the program or a cohort group of students by educators, parents, mentors or other staff. And in case you were wondering, the program does not provide any specific user data to third parties, including the U.S. Army and U.S. Army Recruiting Command. However, if an educator registers in the site to track student progress, some data may be shared.

  

Below is more information. If you have additional questions or should a school express an interest in scheduling a presentation about the program, please post a comment.

COLLEGE SUCCESS STARTS HERE

March 2 Success is an online, self-paced course designed to improve student performance on standardized tests while enhancing student math, science, English and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) Skills. To have a strong future, the U.S. Army provides all its employees with a large selection of educational programs and benefits. Now the Army is extending that commitment to young adults still in school. March 2 Success is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week so students can log on at times that are convenient or them. March 2 Success is free. There is no obligation.

CONTENT

March 2 Success provides cutting-edge assessment software and world-class education content in an easy to-use, self-paced format designed to accelerate the student learning curve for state assessment testing, SAT and ACT practice and preparation. This content was developed by Peterson’s, a Nelnet company. Peterson’s has been a leading provider of solutions for the education community for more than 40 years. Its online and print resources help students increase test scores, find a college that fits their educational goals, maximize higher education affordability and explore careers.

Golden Key Group together with Innovative Management Concepts, a leader in software development and support, has created an interactive online test preparation system that is unsurpassed. The system provides a full array of subject specific assessments and remedial courses tailored to the student’s
educational needs, as well as practice drills and tests. The March 2 Success system can enhance and refresh students knowledge and assist them in achieving their educational or career goals.

THE COURSE

Students will have the capability of selecting part or all sections of the courses offered within March 2 Success. These sections include (with brief highlights):

• High school math and verbal skills - High school flashcard decks (15 vocabulary & grammar, 10 math)

• High school science hub (earth science, biology, chemistry, physics)

• High school preparation (study skills, language arts, math, science)

• SAT program (7 timed practice tests)

• SAT/ACT flashcards deck (20 vocabulary & grammar, 5 math)

• ACT program (7 timed practice tests)

• Zero hour threat (video game to raise SAT/ACT scores)

• College planning tips - admissions, financial aid, college success information

• College Readiness Online Course (advanced level courses) - College readiness flashcard decks (15 vocabulary & grammar, 10 math)

• STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)

• Student Planning Guide

Students can pick up where they left off or repeat lessons as required. The curricula is provided by Peterson’s and College Options Foundation.

For Educators, Parents or Mentors: The March 2 Success website includes a feature allowing a monitor to track students’ progress including grouping students to simplify management.

• March 2 Success can help when:

• Taking the ACT/SAT test

• Taking state mandated assessment examinations

• Taking college entrance examinations

• Taking a trade school entrance test

• Applying for a job

• Taking a military entrance test

• Applying for college

• Taking STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) courses

• Taking Nursing exams

• Taking pre-engineering courses

ENROLLMENT

You may enroll at March2Success.com by clicking on the registration button and answering a few questions. Registration is valid for 180 days and can be extended if more time is needed. No computer? Check the public library, your school or your local Army recruiting office.

WHO CAN USE THE SITE?

This site is for everyone over the age of 13. Sign onto www.march2success.com to register and to view course demonstrations. Spanish Program Overview Available.