From Classroom to Campus

Philip Bates

Hosted by Philip Bates, a former educator with 18 years in the field, From Classroom to Campus is the podcast that’s redefining education talk. We’re diving into the real, transformative work happening in schools—celebrating the teachers, administrators, and leaders shaping the future of learning. Expect bold conversations, lively debates, and a few laughs as we tackle college readiness and the challenges facing today’s classrooms. Launching August 2025—subscribe now and join the conversation that’s changing the game.

  1. The BEST College Readiness Advice We Heard This Year

    12/22/2025

    The BEST College Readiness Advice We Heard This Year

    In this season-finale episode of From Classroom to Campus, we’ve curated the best college readiness advice shared by educators, school leaders, admissions professionals, and AP® experts throughout our first season.This episode features actionable insights on:- How educators can better prepare students for college success- College and career readiness strategies that actually work- What colleges value beyond GPA and test scores- AP® courses, rigor, and building critical thinking skills- Supporting diverse learners and closing opportunity gapsWhether you’re a teacher, counselor, administrator, or instructional leader, this episode is a perfect starting point if you’re new to the podcast — and a powerful recap if you’ve been with us since the beginning.We’re incredibly grateful for your support. Every view, subscribe, like, and comment truly makes a difference. We've come a long way since our launch in August, and your engagement helps us continue building a platform that elevates educators and celebrates the important work happening in schools every day.🎧 Season 2 launches in January — subscribe so you don’t miss what’s next.Until then, wishing you a restful and happy holiday season.00:00 – Best College Readiness Advice of the Season00:35 – Stop the College Checklist Mentality01:42 – What Colleges Actually Look for in Essays02:50 – Depth Over Breadth in AP Courses03:49 – Helping Students Discover Their Path04:37 – Why College Readiness Starts Earlier Than You Think05:19 – College Fit Matters More Than Prestige06:45 – Life Skills Students Need for College Success07:55 – SAT & ACT Prep That Actually Works09:58 – How AVID Builds College Readiness11:49 – Why GPA Alone Isn’t Enough14:00 – Why AP Courses Prepare Students for College14:44 – What Makes a Great AP Teacher17:14 – AP vs SAT: What Predicts College Success?19:29 – Grade Inflation and College Admissions21:41 – How Colleges Evaluate AP Course Loads24:10 – Advice for First-Generation College Students26:40 – Final Takeaway: College Admissions Is Human#CollegeReadiness #AdvancedPlacement #APCourses #APTeachers #collegereadiness #CollegeAdmissions #HighSchoolCounselors #SATPrep #ACTPrep #AVID #CollegePlanning #EducationLeadership #StudentSuccess #AcademicRigor #FirstGenStudents #FromClassroomToCampus

    27 min

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Hosted by Philip Bates, a former educator with 18 years in the field, From Classroom to Campus is the podcast that’s redefining education talk. We’re diving into the real, transformative work happening in schools—celebrating the teachers, administrators, and leaders shaping the future of learning. Expect bold conversations, lively debates, and a few laughs as we tackle college readiness and the challenges facing today’s classrooms. Launching August 2025—subscribe now and join the conversation that’s changing the game.