Angela Jeffrey, Dean

Robbie Cauley, Assistant Dean of Students

Contribution….Purpose….Power…..Challenge

•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.

What is Pender Early College?

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.

PEC School-Wide Learning Outcomes

• Written CommunicationStudent 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 CommunicationStudents will be able to clearly articulate ideas and physically demonstrate effective presentation techniques.

• Professional SkillsStudents will demonstrate responsibility, preparedness, and self-motivation in order to meet work place standards.

• CollaborationStudent 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 LiteracyStudents will be able to show proficiency in the use of materials, tools, processes, and systems.

• Critical ThinkingStudent applies prior knowledge and uses higher order thinking skills to solve problems in new situations.

Why Are Early College High Schools Necessary?

Earnings Payoff Relative to a Non-High School Diploma Holder

Education LevelLifetime Earnings

Earnings Payoff

Less than a High School Diploma $993,466

High School Graduate $1,298,316 $304,850

Some College/No Degree $1,462,379 $468,913

2-Year Degree $1,527,582 $534,116

4-Year Degree $2,173,417 $1,179,951

Master's Level Degree $2,312,426 $1,318,960

Doctorate or Professional Degree $2,907,904 $1,914,438

Source:  Employment Policy Foundation's analysis of March 2003 Current              Population Survey data.

 

Why Are Early College High Schools Necessary?

Workers With a 2-year Degree: $50,000+

Computer Software EngineersManagement AnalystsElectrical and Electronic EngineersMechanical EngineersGeneral and Operations ManagersComputer and Information Systems Managers

Education Pays: Stay In School. Employment Policy Foundation

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

• Job Shadowing (9th, 10th, 11th grade)

• Job Interview (9th, 10th, 11th grade)

• Internships (11th, 12th grade)

Required Work Based Learning Experiences

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

Associate in Science (College Transfer)

• General StudiesThis 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.

AgricultureBiologyChemistryDentistryForestryMathematicsMedicinePharmacyTextiles

YEAR ONE

Honors English I Algebra 1 or Algebra II Honors Earth Science Honors Civics & Econ.

YEAR TWO

Honors English II Honors Algebra II or Geo. Honors Biology Honors U.S. History

YEAR THREE

YEAR FOUR

YEAR FIVE

English 111Expository Writing

English 112Argument-Based Research

Math 171Precalculus Algebra

HIS 121Western Civilization I

PSY 150General Psychology

PED 122Yoga I

ART 121Design I

FVP 111Intro to Film and Video

English 131Intro to Literature

English 125Creative Writing I

SOC 210Intro to Sociology

POL 110 Intro to Political Science

CJC 111Intro to Criminal Justice

Fall

Spring

Fall

Spring

Fall

Spring

PED 110

CHM 131Intro to Chemistry

GEL 120 Physical Geology

ART 116Survey of American Art

GER 111German I

DRA 130Acting I

COM 231Public Speaking

GER 112German II

CIS 110Intro to Computers

CIS 115Intro to Programming

ACA 122College Student Success

Sample Curriculum at PECHS (Associate in Arts)

Associate in Applied Science Degrees

(Two Year Degree Programs)• 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

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.

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

Articulation Agreement Between CFCC and UNCW

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

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

Summer Camp/Key Leader Service Learning

Student Led ConferencesTeam Work Activity