Launch Pathway

The Launch Pathway is a one-year program specifically designed for high school seniors with disabilities who are interested in gaining an early college experience during the 2024-2025 academic year. This unique pathway focuses on providing transitional services that are aimed at helping these students bridge the gap between high school and college.

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Key Features of the Launch Pathway:

• Early College Experience (ECE): Students in the Launch Pathway can begin their college education while finishing high school, gaining early experience of being on a college campus.

• Credit Accumulation: Launch Pathway participants can earn up to 12 college credits in a single year, advancing their higher education goals significantly.

• Transition Services: The pathway includes specialized transition services to support the unique needs of students with disabilities. These services are delivered through a collaborative effort between certified and non-certified staff, ensuring a comprehensive support system is in place.

• High School Completion: Students will meet their high school graduation requirements while enrolled, ensuring no delay in their secondary education.

• Special Education Services: Participants will receive most of their special education and related services at their existing high school, as specified in their IEP, maintaining consistency in their educational environment.

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Top Four Reasons to Attend the Launch Pathway

1. The Launch Pathway prepares students for the academic rigor and social dynamics of college life on a college campus.

2. Each student receives a personalized approach to learning that aligns with their individual educational goals and disability needs.

3. The Launch Pathway allows students to explore various career paths through early college courses on a college campus.

4. Collaborate with a diverse cohort of learners from various backgrounds, fostering inclusivity and embracing a wide range of perspectives.