Guiding Principles
The Massachusetts Early College Initiative is guided by the following five principles: Equitable Access, Academic Pathways, Robust Student Supports, Connections to Career, & High Quality Deep Partnerships. These principles allow each Early College the foundation to develop effective programming and the flexibility to create innovative opportunities for all students.
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Equitable Access
Targeting underrepresented students in higher education.
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Academic Pathways
Well integrated and aligned with college and career
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Robust Support Services
Wrap-around services in both academic and advising.
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Connections to Career
Offered through workplace and experiential learning experiences.
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High Quality & Deep Partnerships
Between High Schools and Institutes of Higher Learning (IHE's)