The middle years are a critical time for instilling in a student the desire for a college education. The earlier a student sets a goal for college, the more likely it is that he or she will achieve that goal. Tween Publishing’s The Middle School Student’s Guide to Ruling the World! ® The College Path is a fun and innovative curriculum for getting middle school students confidently on the college path. Connection: Who knew school could be fun? Young students are often put off by the idea of four more years of school after high school. The College Path program educates students about the tangible, lifelong benefits of a college education. It also appeals to their lighter side by demonstrating that college will be one of the most enjoyable experiences of their lives! Familiarity: The path to college can be intimidating! The College Path program introduces students to basic college path terms and concepts, so when confronted with a barrage of information in high school, students are familiar with it -- not overwhelmed by it. Visualization. Visualization is one of the best ways to create motivation. Seeing yourself achieve a goal makes it more likely you will achieve it. College Path lessons like Let’s Hit the Road!, Let’s Apply to College! and It’s On! College Sports Week, encourage students to take that first step on the College Path by visualizing themselves as college students. Should all middle school students be on a college path? Absolutely! Middle school students are too young to make a decision, or choose a path eliminating college from their future. With this exciting resource, students learn that there are excellent colleges, and postsecondary opportunities for all. The path to college begins in middle school!