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Parents study how to improve college prospects for kids

Parents study up on how to improve college prospects for their children

10/24/2013 | Rating NR

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Parents study how to improve college prospects for kids

Clip: 10/24/2013 | 8m 11s

Parents study up on how to improve college prospects for their children

While their elementary school-aged kids are being taught the basics of reading and math, some parents are learning how to prioritize their prospects for higher education. The NewsHour's April Brown reports on the "Parent College" program that is working to improve graduation rates for underprivileged students in Los Angeles.

10/24/2013 | Rating NR

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