MCAN understands that reaching Sixty by 30 requires a collaborative effort between counselors, advisers, teachers, after-school professionals, and all others who work directly with students. Though we have always provided support for school counselors, the College and Career Champion Professional Learning Community (PLC) serves as a space that offers resources and networking opportunities for those champions of college access who are not school counselors. Examples of professionals eligible to participate include, but are not limited to:
MCAN seeks to partner with college and career professionals in communities throughout the state to ensure they have access to updated training, resources, and support that will enhance their abilities to support students. MCAN will provide:
The PLC meets quarterly to address requested topics and brainstorm solutions to common problems. Between quarterly meetings, special interest group (SIG) meetings take place. Participants have the option to choose which SIG they would like to participate in from the following:
To be eligible to join the College and Career Champion PLC, participants must:
*MCAN provides other professional development opportunities specifically for school counselors
All individuals who meet the criteria for participation are eligible to join the College and Career Champion PLC. If you are interested in joining, complete this interest form.
Do you know someone who is a college access champion in your community? If so, complete this PLC nomination form.
Please contact Autumn Kearney, strategy manager for High School Innovation.