2025 Early College Summit

The Perkins V, Career & Technical Education Act supports programs that bridge high school and postsecondary education to prepare students for careers in various fields.  This session will explore the elements for colleges to strengthen their 9-14 pathways while expanding enrollment opportunities and increasing completion rates.  Discussion topics will include information on expanding Career and College Promise pathways, credit for prior learning, dual-credit, articulation agreements, work-based learning, career advising, career coaching, and much more!

This session will encourage educators to rethink traditional selection criteria for early college high school admissions, broadening definitions of student potential.  We will critically examine how reliance on narrow indicators like test scores and GPA may perpetuate inequities and overlook students with diverse strengths.  Participants will explore alternative, holistic models that incorporate socio-emotional skills, creativity, resilience, and passion for learning.  The session will highlight how such approaches can increase access to early college programs for underrepresented or marginalized students, fostering more equitable opportunities for all.

The power of any network lies in building strong connections among members. During this role-alike networking session, join peers and colleagues to connect around role-alike discussion of topics important to your work in the early college ecosystem through a facilitated networking conversation.

Do you want to empower your staff to become the leaders they were made to be?  Stuart and Kejuan, from Appointed to Lead, will share two leadership development activities perfect for engaging staff in conversations regarding their importance as leaders within the school and district.  By participating in and reflecting on these activities, your staff members will develop a deeper sense of the unique leadership capacities they bring to the school community.  These versatile 30-minute activities will be the perfect complement to your next whole staff P.D. Day or as a part of smaller workshops throughout the year.

Join us for an insightful session that highlights the powerful partnership between Craven Early College High School and Craven Community College Career Programs.  Discover the strategies that have fueled this successful collaboration, boosted student enrollment, and paved the way for students to thrive after earning their certificates or degrees.  We'll share best practices, real-world examples, and key takeaways for successful educational partnerships!