The "IDRA Newsletter" serves as a vehicle for communication with educators, school board members, decision-makers, parents, and the general public concerning the educational needs of all children in Texas and across the United States. The theme of this issue is "College Preparation." Contents include: (1) Texas Public School Attrition Study, 2017-18: High School Attrition Improves by Two Points (Roy L. Johnson); (2) Still Making a Case for Algebra II (Paula Johnson); (3) Counselors Overwhelmed and Worried about Implementing Texas' New Graduation Requirements: IDRA Study Explores Counselor Concerns in Supporting Students for College Preparation (Hector Bojorquez); and (4) Expanding Career Awareness for College… Especially for First-timers (Aurelio M. Montemayor).