The Blinn College District and the Columbus, Fayetteville, Flatonia, Schulenburg, and Weimar ISD’s recently launched a new partnership designed to increase high school dual credit completion and establish seamless pathways toward postsecondary awards and industry credentials. The Alliance for College and Career Student Success (ACCSS) in South-Central Texas partners collaborate to advise students regarding their college and career pathways, including technical and career training options. Students will have the opportunity to choose a pathway and open the door to graduating high school with up to 60 college hours and/or associates degree or certificate(s) that will help them acquire a job in a high demand, high paying field. The pathways they will have to choose from initially include: 42 Texas Core Curriculum, Allied Health/Nursing, Construction & Building Trades, Teaching, and Agri-Business. The goal of ACCSS is to increase access to these opportunities for all students. With the cooperation of partner schools and the support of community investors, transportation and cost of fees and tuition will not be a barrier to students enrolling. This opportunity will enhance the future of any student willing to step up to the challenge.
On Wednesday, April 13, 2022, ACCSS will host an open house at Blinn College – Schulenburg Campus. This event will begin at 6 PM with BBQ provided for all attendees. Families of students who are presently in 8th through 11th grade are invited to come out and learn more about the ACCSS opportunities. Students are currently selecting Fall 2022 courses, therefore having a good understanding of ACCSS programs is beneficial as parents approve course selections. Additionally, community members interested in learning more about ACCSS and how they can be involved as business partners, volunteers or donors are invited. The program will include ACCSS leadership and staff sharing about the background of ACCSS and the plans for its future community impact, Blinn staff will share information on both dual credit and workforce training, and successful Blinn graduates will also be featured. For more information or to RSVP please contact Susie Shank at the Blinn College-Schulenburg Campus at 979-743-5239 or susie.shank@blinn.edu or visit their website www.myaccss.net.
About ACCSS:
It is the mission of Alliance for College and Career Student Success in South Central Texas (ACCSS) to collaborate as a partnership with rural public-school districts and institutions of higher education to provide academic and career resources, guidance and support necessary for students to complete a post-secondary or workforce career credential.
