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

Leading With Equity in Dual Enrollment

January 15, 2021

Dual enrollment is a powerful tool for securing the transition from high school to college. However, although dual enrollment has the biggest impact on students underrepresented in higher education, those students do not have equitable access to this powerful opportunity. Recently, the Community College Research Center and Aspen Institute documented what nine colleges are doing to close that equity gap in The Dual Enrollment Playbook: A Guide to Equitable Acceleration for Students.

In the discussion, Achieving the Dream President and CEO Dr. Karen A. Stout was joined by college leaders who have prioritized equity in their dual enrollment programs. The authors of The Dual Enrollment Playbook also discussed the leadership strategies that increase equity in dual enrollment.

Associated Papers

Participants

Karen Stout
President and CEO
Achieving the Dream
Marcia Ballinger
President
Lorain County Community College
Ava L. Parker
President
Palm Beach State College
Kathleen Plinske
President
Valencia College
David E. Thomas
Associate Vice President, Strategic Initiatives
Community College of Philadelphia
Gelsey Mehl
Program Manager, College Excellence Program
Aspen Institute
Senior Research Associate and Program Lead
Community College Research Center

Associated Project(s)