Angela Jeffrey, Dean Robbie Cauley, Assistant Dean of Students

1. Angela Jeffrey, Dean Robbie Cauley, Assistant Dean of Students Contribution….Purpose….Power…..Challenge

2. What is Pender Early College? • Located on the Cape Fear Community College (CFCC) Satellite Campus in Burgaw, NC. • PEC students take college classes on the Burgaw campus in 9th and 10th grade • PEC students take college classes on the North campus in 10th and 11th grade • PEC students take college classes on the Downtown campus in 11th thru 13th grade • 50 rising freshmen who possess the maturity and independence to accept the challenges of PEC. These students are academically bright, but may have disengaged academically for a number of reasons. • The curriculum blends secondary and postsecondary education to allow students to graduate in five years with a high school diploma and an Associate Degree or two years of college transferable credit. • The goal of PEC is to prepare ALL students for work, college and citizenship.

3. PEC Mission Statement We, the community of Pender Early College, are committed to empowering a diverse body of students to develop and apply their skills in order to pursue knowledge and become productive college students, workers, and citizens. We will accomplish this by designing curricula and support structures that ensure all students meet and exceed all performance standards to obtain a high school diploma and an associate degree or two years of transferrable college credit.

4. PEC School-Wide Learning Outcomes • Written Communication Student demonstrates the ability to manipulate language in order to efficiently and effectively present ideas and evidence on given topics in varied media for specific audiences. • Oral Communication Students will be able to clearly articulate ideas and physically demonstrate effective presentation techniques. • Professional Skills Students will demonstrate responsibility, preparedness, and self-motivation in order to meet work place standards. • Collaboration Student contributes to the group’s joint, intellectual efforts through work ethic, leadership and service • Content (Subject area specific) Student demonstrates knowledge based on the North Carolina Standard Course of Study. • Technology Literacy Students will be able to show proficiency in the use of materials, tools, processes, and systems. • Critical Thinking Student applies prior knowledge and uses higher order thinking skills to solve problems in new situations.

5. Why AreEarly College High Schools Necessary?

6. Why AreEarly College High Schools Necessary? Workers With a 2-year Degree: $50,000+ Education Pays: Stay In School. Employment Policy Foundation

7. How will PEC Differ from Traditional High School? • School Calendar/School Schedule • 4 academic/career camps • 150 Service Learning Hours • Extracurricular Activities (Clubs) • Advisory Classes • Seminar Classes • Small School • Five Year Commitment • Accelerated Curriculum • Degree Programs or two years transferrable college credit

8. Required Work Based Learning Experiences • Job Shadowing (9th, 10th, 11th grade) • Job Interview (9th, 10th, 11th grade) • Internships (11th, 12th grade)

9. Associate in Arts (College Transfer) • **General Studies • Art Education • Business Administration • Business Education and Marketing Education • Communication • Criminal Justice • Elementary Education • English Education • History • Middle Grades Education & Special Education • Political Science • Psychology • Social Work

10. Associate in Science (College Transfer) • General Studies This program is recommended for students who plan to pursue a bachelor of science degree in a discipline that requires a strong background in mathematics and science. Agriculture Biology Chemistry Dentistry Forestry Mathematics Medicine Pharmacy Textiles

12. Accounting Architectural Technology Associate Degree Nursing (RN) Automotive Mechanics Business Administration Chemical Technology Community Spanish Interpreter Computer Engineering Technology Computer Information Technology Criminal Justice Technology Culinary Technology Dental Hygiene Early Childhood Associate Electrical/Electronics Technology Electronics Engineering Technology Film and Video Production Technology Hotel and Restaurant Management Industrial Systems Technology Interior Design Landscape Gardening Machining Technology Marine Technology Mechanical Engineering Technology Medical Sonography Nuclear Maintenance Technology Occupational Therapy Assistant Paralegal Technology Radiography Surgical Technology Associate in Applied Science Degrees(Two Year Degree Programs)

13. North Carolina Comprehensive Articulation Agreement • The CAA applies to students pursing an Associate in Arts or an Associate in Science Degree and provides guidance to those pursing an Associate in Fine Arts Degree. • Students may transfer as juniors if they follow these guidelines: • Earn an AA or an AS Degree. • Earn a “C” or better in all CAA courses. • Earn an overall GPA of a “C” or a 2.0 at the time of transfer (some UNC systems may require a higher GPA). • Obtain acceptance at the UNC institution. • Under the CAA, no student is guaranteed admission to the UNC institution or to any specific program or professional school in the institution.

14. Articulation Agreement Between CFCC and UNCW • UNCW agrees to accept for academic credit college transfer work completed @ CFCC. Graduates of a college transfer program @ CFCC may receive automatic admission provided that space is available, which is usually in the summer and the fall, and may transfer to UNCW as a junior if they meet the following criteria: • Earn a “C” in each transferable course • Earn an overall GPA of a “B” or a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (based on CFCC calculation) • Complete an AA or AS Degree • Complete the admissions process at UNCW

15. PEC Student Admissions Profile • Must meet the Pender County minimum requirements for high school: • A final passing grade in 8th grade language arts, mathematics, science, & social studies. • A level III score on the North Carolina End of Grade tests for reading & mathematics. • A passing score on the Computer Skills Test • Must be able demonstrate academic and social maturity • Must be willing to accept the rigor and challenge of college course work • Must be willing to accept personal responsibility for learning

16. PEC Application Process • All eighth grade students are invited to apply to PECHS. • Students may obtain a PEC application from their middle school counselor. • Completed applications due to Pender Early College on January 14, 2010 by 3:00pm. • Student interviews will be conducted as part of the selection process. • A parent information forum will be held on January 7th at the North Campus of CFCC from 6:00-7:00pm. • Students will be notified of their acceptance via letter on February 19, 2010

17. Summer Camp/Key Leader Service Learning Student Led Conferences Team Work Activity