Upcoming Presentations

Early College as a Postsecondary Success Strategy

April 24, 2:00–3:00 PM ET

This session will delve into the benefits and opportunities of Early College programs in preparing students for success beyond high school. Presenters will showcase the pioneering work of Leadership Network in Mass, alongside leading researchers and practitioners from Boston Public Schools to demonstrate the impact and potential of Early College and dual enrollment initiatives.

Key Topics:

  • The Mechanics: Gain insights into the practical implementation of Early College programs, including eligibility criteria, course offerings, and academic requirements.
  • Best Practices: Discover successful models and strategies for seamlessly integrating dual enrollment into high school curricula and maintaining academic rigor.
  • Student Support: Learn about effective methods for providing guidance and support to Early College students, ensuring they thrive academically and socially.
  • Equity Considerations: Explore how dual enrollment programs can be designed and implemented to promote equity and provide equal access to opportunities for all students, regardless of background or socioeconomic status.

Who Should Attend

This webinar is designed for educators, policymakers, and stakeholders committed to enhancing leadership practices within educational institutions. It is relevant for anyone wanting to ensure all students have an equitable opportunity to achieve their greatest postsecondary aspirations.

Presenters

John Fink, Senior Research Associate and Program Lead, CCRC

Gretta Schaff, Dual Enrollment Curriculum Specialist, Boston Public Schools

Adam Seidel, Deputy Director, Massachusetts, OneGoal

Halicia Lyttle, Early College Director, Boston Community Leadership Academy

Institutional Transformation Through Guided Pathways at Rural Community Colleges

Rural colleges are an integral part of their communities, adapting to meet student and community needs and contributing to education attainment, workforce training, socioeconomic mobility, and regional economic growth. In this presentation, researchers framed guided pathways implementation at rural community colleges nationally, and college practitioners from Oregon and Tennessee discussed considerations, strategies, and lessons learned from their efforts to undertake whole-college reform.

Participants

Research Associate
Community College Research Center
Senior Research Associate and Director of Applied Learning
Community College Research Center
Leslie Hammond
Dean, Academic Foundations
Linn-Benton Community College
Michael Torrence
President
Motlow State Community College

Associated Project(s)