Shelia McBride is the founder and Chief Executive Officer, and Howard Bell is the President of GradeCheck®, an Academic Qualifier Advocacy services firm for high school athletes. GradeCheck® assists students to ensure academic compliance with the NCAA Clearinghouse requirements. GradeCheck® does this through transcript tracking, tutorial services, and serving as a liaison between high school administrative offices and the NCAA Clearinghouse.

Shelia and Howard's Showcase U blog helps you understand the complex but critical NCAA Clearinghouse eligibility process and stresses the importance of academics in a student-athlete's life.

Learn more about GradeCheck at: www.gradecheck.net