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Origins and Evolution of Gateway to College

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Origins and Evolution of Gateway to College

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  1. Origins and Evolution of Gateway to College Portland Community College created the Gateway to College program in 2000 to help reconnect high school dropouts with their education. Through the program, students complete their high school diploma requirements at community and technical colleges while simultaneously earning college credits toward an associate’s degree or certificate. Young people who had little chance of graduating from high school are achieving post-secondary success. Gateway to College’s innovative approach captured the attention of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, which has funded the replication of Gateway to College as part of its Early College High School Initiative. Since 2003, Gateway to College has evolved from a single-site program into a national network of 26 colleges in 16 states, partnering with more than 110 school districts.

  2. Essential Elements of the Gateway to College Model • Sustainable Partnerships • College-based • Dual Credit • Staffing • Student Selection • Student Progress • Collaboration • Teaching and Learning • Student Support • Professional Growth

  3. Local Program Funding • Gateway to College programs are funded locally through formal partnerships between colleges and school districts. K-12 districts provide funds on a per-pupil basis to cover the cost of tuition, books and support staff. Colleges can work with multiple school district partners. Students are generally enrolled in both the K-12 district and the college, although all activities take place on the college campus.

  4. Dual Credit • Courses align to allow dual credit (high school and college). Students achieve a high school diploma and significant college credit toward an AA or certificate. Alignment work is undertaken with an “every-credit counts, no wasted credits” mindset.

  5. Student Selection. Eligibility. Student eligibility is firmly based on the following criteria. An eligible student: is between 16 and 20 years old; has dropped out or is on the verge of dropping out of high school; is behind in credits for age and grade level; has a GPA of 2.0 or below (or exhibits other risk factors); lives in an eligible district; has expressed the goal of earning a diploma; and reads at an 8th grade level or higher. Assessment. Students are selected through an intensive intake and evaluation process. Student reading, writing, grammar, math, and affective skills are assessed prior to their acceptance. Network-approved selection tools and guidelines are used to assess a student’s chance for success while maintaining the Gateway mission. Referral. The program serves as a clearinghouse for reconnecting youth to education. Those students not selected are counseled to a better option. These options may include GED, ESL/ELL, K – 12 or college alternatives, and community-based programs. Matriculation. New students begin each college term (including summer if possible).

  6. Teaching and Learning Program curriculum builds basic academic and life skills. It inspires personal and academic development and is a catalyst for scaffolded growth. Students are given high expectations and regularly engage in rigorous assignments relevant to 21st century work and their lives. Faculty are trained on and committed to the Gateway pedagogy.

  7. Resources • http://www.gatewaytocollege.org/ • http://www.ccp.edu/site/gateway/ Carol A. Smith, Ph.D. Director, Gateway to College Program Community College of Philadelphia 1700 Spring Garden Street Philadelphia, Pa. 19130 casmith@ccp.edu 215-751-8425

  8. Last WordsGateway Graduates Speak Yas • Fall 2007 – Spring 2009 • Plans after Gateway: Return to CCP for my degree • Earned: 15 high school and 34 college credits • Brief Bio: I left high school because it was going nowhere, then I found Gateway. It’s been really great, and I’m really grateful to all the GTC staff for all their help, but I am so glad it’s over. I’m coming back for my Associates degree in the fall. I really like this school. I hope other people can meet as many amazing students and teachers as me. • Last words: “Finally!” Bert • Spring 2008 – Spring 2009 • Plans after Gateway: Headed to Cheyney for a Bachelors in Secondary Education • Earned: 8 high school and 25 college credits • Brief Bio: Born in North Philadelphia, raised in Southwest. Oldest of mother’s 2 children. In scholastic career, has attended Gideon, Comegys, Shaw, Haverford, and World Comm. C.S. before attending CCP in 2006. Entered Gateway in Spring semester 2008. After Gateway, I want to go into Secondary Education teaching math. • Last words: “As long as you keep a clear head and strong attitude, that which you seek will be attained.”

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