GEAR UP Alliance Institute June 8 th, 2012 Pam Royster, JCPS Strauzie Collins, JCPS Kitty Zachery, JCTCS

Derek Sivers: How to Start a Movement 2012 Alliance Institute for a College-Going Culture

 Overview of JCPS high school redesign in general and college access time in specific  JCPS and partnership development  Highlight partnership with JCTC  Table talks – action steps  Report out and wrap-up  Reflection time 2012 Alliance Institute for a College-Going Culture

LOUISVILLE METRO From Possibility to Prosperity

CAT stands for College Access Time, which is another name for advisory. CAT may go by different names in different schools (e.g., MAP or Advisory), but it is a common element of JCPS’ efforts to improve high schools. Increased College Access: Small group meetings (CAT) that support strong relationships with an adult who is “on my case and on my side;” positive peer relationships around common career interests; and college readiness Alliance Institute for a College-Going Culture

 College Access Resource Teachers 2012 Alliance Institute for a College-Going Culture

Purpose: This activity is to spark conversations between colleagues about any subject the facilitator chooses. It could be used for a controversial subject or a new initiative, this works for just about anything. It is particularly helpful in large groups of people who do not know each other. Process: 1) Have the group stand up and mingle: greeting each other with names and roles much like at a party. 2) The facilitator then calls out to huddle and a number representing group size. For example, “Huddle, 4”. 3) Pose a question or a statement to the group. Displaying on a power point slide may help in larger group. 4) Give them a certain time period to discuss their answers (be sure to include enough time for all group members to participate) 5) Have groups report something from their discussion 2012 Alliance Institute for a College-Going Culture

 Question 1: What is your connection to the mission of college readiness, access, and success for all students?  Question 2: With whom would you/your organization like to have a stronger partnership and (quickly) why? 2012 Alliance Institute for a College-Going Culture

 University Partners  More than Dual CR  Junior Achievement  K-12 programming  Greater Louisville Inc  Close the Deal  Metro Government  LEEP  KHEAA  Outreach Connections  Class Act Credit Union  Real-world experience  Local Media Stations  Real equipment  Nth Works  Internships 2012 Alliance Institute for a College-Going Culture

 Lone Nuts  Lone Nuts meeting other Lone Nuts  Breathing other Lone Nuts’ air  Identify the purpose  Set SMART goals  Establish rules of engagement  Revisit the plan regularly 2012 Alliance Institute for a College-Going Culture

 Dual and Articulated Credit  Early College  COMPASS Diagnostic Testing  Turning Up the Heat Bridge program  Math Boot Camp  More coming, but still under construction! 2012 Alliance Institute for a College-Going Culture

Jefferson Community and Technical College

 Seamless dual credit programs  Consistent practices  Enhanced opportunities  Increased student matriculation and graduation rates 2012 Alliance Institute for a College-Going Culture

Focuses on increasing the consistency, quality, and rigor Aligned to regional standards set forth by SACS-COC Aligned to statewide standards set from by KRS and KCTCS policy Supports the Kentucky Postsecondary Education Improvement Act of 1997 (House Bill 1) 2012 Alliance Institute for a College-Going Culture

 Matriculation - Transition of high school student enrolled in dual credit courses to first time freshmen.  Graduation – Completion of a credential, diploma or degree program (transfer or technical) Alliance Institute for a College-Going Culture

 Jefferson Community and Technical College supports CCR, providing materials to assist with:  Transition Math courses  Industry certificates  Career alignment 2012 Alliance Institute for a College-Going Culture

 College-level course of study offered to high school students  Concurrent enrollment in high school and KCTCS college  Credit awarded by both  Coursework relevant to a KCTCS credential 2012 Alliance Institute for a College-Going Culture

 Local High Schools and Area Technology Centers  On Campus programs (STW, 12x12)  Early College at Western  Virtual environment  Combination of methods 2012 Alliance Institute for a College-Going Culture

 Partnership between Western High School and Jefferson Community and Technical College  Technical assistance by the Woodrow Wilson National Fellowship Foundation  Designed for at risk, first generation college students  Maximum opportunity and entrance points 2012 Alliance Institute for a College-Going Culture

 Turning up the Heat Boot Camp - Seniors  Early College Ambassador Program  Faculty Mentor program  Bridge Camps- 8 th and 10 th graders  9 th grade orientation at college campus 2012 Alliance Institute for a College-Going Culture

 Close the Deal program  JCPS Diagnostic Compass Testing  Math Bridge Camp for graduating seniors/incoming freshmen  Alignment workshops for faculty teaching secondary students 2012 Alliance Institute for a College-Going Culture

Discussion Points  Who are your target partners?  How will you connect?  What are your networking opportunities?  What is your capacity to develop more partnerships? Be prepared to report out your biggest concern/roadblock and your biggest A- HA Alliance Institute for a College-Going Culture

JCPSJCTCS Pamela Royster Zachery Strauzie