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Welcome to the 2024 Early College Summit!

Thanks for joining us! The summit aims to provide early college educators, administrators, researchers, and advocates the opportunity to gather for focused learning and networking around the shared goal of postsecondary access and success for every student. As we engage in time for learning and rejuvenation, we are reminded that we are building connections to foster excellence, share expertise, and amplify student success. The theme of this year’s summit is "Innovating for Student Success," and we hope you come away inspired with innovative insights and new ideas that strengthen your work in service to students and your school communities.

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Wednesday, June 5 • 9:00am - 10:00am
Opening Session: Reimagining Partnerships for Student Success
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Early college high school has become a model of access and opportunity that improves outcomes for students furthest from opportunity, especially for first generation students, students of color, and students who are impacted by poverty. Partnerships have been an essential part of the early college model since it was first conceptualized, and strong partnerships between high schools, districts, and college partners have significantly expanded opportunity and success for students. Yet structural barriers continue to limit progress towards college completion and career success while the need for graduates with post-secondary education continues to grow. Join us for a panel discussion with leaders from three organizations that are reimagining how innovative approaches to partnerships can eliminate barriers and create new pathways for college and career attainment.
Speakers
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Frank McKay

Director, Peer Learning Networks, RTI International
Frank McKay has dedicated his career to designing and improving educational experiences for students and educators. As RTI's Director for Peer Learning Networks, Frank works with the amazing Early College Network (ECN) team to ensure that member voices and interests guide ECN activities... Read More →
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Nick Mathern

Executive Director, K–12 Partnerships, Achieving the Dream
As executive director of K–12 partnerships for Achieving the Dream, Nick Mathern directs ATD’s agenda for K–12/college partnerships and guides the delivery of services to Gateway to College network. Nick leads an innovative team focused on creating more equitable access to college-in-high-school... Read More →
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Dr. Kyle Hartung

Associate Vice President for Education, Jobs for the Future
Dr. Kyle Hartung is an associate vice president in Jobs for the Future’s (JFF) Education Practice and a co-author of The Big Blur. Over the last 25 years Kyle has worked as a teacher, leader, consultant, and researcher in public K–12 systems and higher-education settings. In his... Read More →
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Dr. Melany Clark

Director of Communications and Marketing, MyFutureNC
Melany served public school students, families, and employees for twenty years as an educator and in the field of communications.  She is passionate about family engagement, serving the underserved, and connecting all communication efforts to academic outcomes for students.  Melany... Read More →

Wednesday June 5, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Imperial Convention Center