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Early College Campus at Coronado

Early College Campus at Coronado

Coronado High School, part of the Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD), and Scottsdale Community College (SCC) proudly announce a new partnership to establish an Early College Campus at Coronado.  

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“The long-term goal of this partnership is to empower students participating in the program to graduate from Coronado High School with both their high school diploma and an Associate degree in General Education (AGEC),” said SCC President Dr. Eric Leshinskie.  “We are excited by the early interest  this is generating among Coronado students and look forward to growing our partnership, offering more courses and increasing the pipeline to higher education.” 

 

The first new course taught by SCC faculty on the Coronado campus is "Marketing and Social Media.” Next school year (2024-2025), the offerings will be expanded to include "Intro to Entrepreneurship" and "Intro to Business." Both courses are concurrent enrollment meaning SUSD students earn college credit and high school credit.

The Coronado Promise is a K-12 commitment that helps ensure our students are prepared for higher education by providing scholarships to help offset the cost of college tuition. With this new partnership, our Coronado Dons get a running start on higher education, along with earning their diploma from us.  It’s a wonderful collaboration.

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Goals of the Partnership:

  • Increase Dual-Enrollment Access: Facilitate increased access to SCC dual-enrollment classes not currently offered.
  • College-Class Exposure: Provide students with exposure to a college class setting, preparing them for the rigors of higher education.
  • Enhanced Collaboration: Engage students in collaborative opportunities with peers, instructors to enrich their educational experience.
  • Networking Opportunities: Establish networking opportunities for students with SCC professors and local industry leaders.
  • Diversify Course Offerings: Introduce high-interest classes not currently part of the dual-enrollment offerings at Coronado High School.

Key Highlights of the Partnership:

  • Dynamic Dual-Enrollment Opportunities: Through this collaboration, Coronado students gain increased access to dual-enrollment classes, exposing them to college-level coursework while they’re still in high school, helping foster an early appreciation for higher education.  Students simultaneously earn transferable college credits hours and high school graduation credits.
  • Expert Instruction from SCC Faculty: Dynamic SCC professors will teach select courses at Coronado High School, offering students a unique opportunity to learn from seasoned professionals in a high school setting as part of their regular high school schedule.
  • Expanded Course Offerings: Students will have access to high-interest classes not currently part of the Coronado dual-enrollment curriculum, broadening their academic horizons and preparing them for diverse career paths.