PARTNERSHIPS FOR PROGRESS

CACg network meeting, February 23-24, 2010 Seattle, Washington

The third CACG Network meeting took place February 23-24 at the Westin Seattle Hotel in Seattle, Washington. The meeting focused on how states can build partnerships with communities, parents, and businesses to improve access and success for low-income students. The meeting also highlighted several tools that could assist states in implementing their CACG programs.

AGENDA

 

PRESENTATIONS

 
  • SESSION: Who's Knocking at the College Door? Projections of High School Graduates in the CACG States
Who's Knocking at the College Door?
Brian Prescott, director of policy research, Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education
 
  • SESSION: Using Project-Level Data to Improve Outcomes
The National Student Clearinghouse
Jeff Tanner, vice president, National Student Clearinghouse
 
The Universal Encouragement Program
Scott Gillie, executive director, Educational Services, Inc.
 
  • SESSION: Additional Resources for Promoting College Access
The Pathways to College Network
Lorelle Espinosa, director of policy and strategic initiatives, Institute for Higher Education Policy
 
  • SESSION: Building Partnerships for Progress
Washington's GEAR UP4 Families Program
Parent Academy Goals and Objectives
Parent Expectations List
Dori Peralta Baker, parent programs liaison, GEAR UP4 Families, University of Washington
 
  • SESSION: Reaching and Engaging the Business Community
Excellence in Community Partnerships
Mendy Elliott, business consultant, Elliott Consulting
 
Reflections on Successful Business-Education Partnerships
Terese Rainwater, former director, State Scholars Initiative

CACG Network Meeting #2 -- Changing Attitudes, Creating Success
AGENDA AND PRESENTATIONS

CACG Network Meeting #1 -- Fostering the College Going Culture
AGENDA AND PRESENTATIONS