2025 Early College Summit

Explore how Yavapai College Early College Programs create customized pathways to meet the individual needs of students while fostering strong, collaborative partnerships with high schools.  By focusing on personalized student support and community engagement, Yavapai College ensures that every student is set up for postsecondary success.  Attendees will gain insights into how to tailor academic advising, leverage partnerships with local high schools, and implement innovative instructional strategies and program models to create an impactful, student-centered early college experience.  Also, explore how to dive deeper into school districts and learn how to expand college partnerships into middle schools and elementary schools.

This workshop will focus  on key Designation criteria used to determine MA Early College (EC)  Designation, with a focus on how the criteria were developed to diminish equity disparities in college enrollment, persistence, and degree completion in MA.  Learn more on how MA EC Designated programs are centered on five guiding principles (Equitable Access, Guided Academic Pathways, Enhanced Student Supports, Connections to Career, and Effective Partnerships) and how student participants receive enhanced academic and guidance support prior to beginning, and during, college coursework, as well as additional "college knowledge" to ensure that they not successfully complete college coursework in high school but thrive in the college environment.

Redefining mental health literacy by integrating inclusive strategies that prioritize informed, diverse, and personalized approaches.  By implementing these strategies, organizations can foster a thriving workplace culture where every individual feels empowered to advocate for their mental well-being.  The session will address how to break down stigma, promote awareness, and establish effective policies that support a truly inclusive environment, enabling employees to thrive both personally and professionally.