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MASSACHUSETTS EARLY COLLEGE Community of Practice Resource Site
Massachusetts Early College provides a structured program of study and supports that increases college success and career readiness while prioritizing students historically underserved in higher education.
Pathway2Careers, in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Schools and Department of Higher Education, provides technical assistance, coaching, and resources for Massachusetts Early College designees, applicants, and prospective applicants. You will find information about upcoming events, designation criteria and requirements, the application process, past event materials, Early College resources specific to the Commonwealth, and many other supportive resources and tools on this resource site.
Upcoming Events
31
Oct
31
Oct
Early College Planning Grant Application (FC 461A) Due in GEM$
Option A — 461A: Planning for Program Designation This funding opportunity supports programs seeking their first Early College Designation in partnership with a K-12 secondary [...]
04
Nov
Early College Designation Part B Application Support Session
Learn more and register for Early College Designation Part B Application Support Session by clicking HERE.
04
Nov
Touchpoint Tuesday Meeting
Join us bi-monthly for Touchpoint Tuesday Meetings. Content in these informational meetings is intended for designated Early College Programs, although anyone is welcome to attend. [...]
05
Nov
DESE Office of Early College Office Hours
The Office of Early College is available to assist applicants throughout the designation process. To schedule a dedicated time slot with Danielle Wheeler, Director of [...]
05
Nov
P2C Part B Office Hours
Scheduled office hours are offered twice a week: Wednesdays from 2:00-3:00 p.m. and Thursdays from 9:00-10:00 a.m. beginning November 5, 2025. To sign up for [...]
06
Nov
P2C Part B Office Hours
Scheduled office hours are offered twice a week: Wednesdays from 2:00-3:00 p.m. and Thursdays from 9:00-10:00 a.m. beginning November 5, 2025. To sign up for [...]
07
Nov
Early College Planning Grant (FC 461B) due in GEM$
Option B — 461B: Pre-Planning for Program Designation This funding opportunity is available for potential partnerships seeking their first Early College Designation. Eligible programs must [...]
12
Nov
P2C Part B Office Hours
Scheduled office hours are offered twice a week: Wednesdays from 2:00-3:00 p.m. and Thursdays from 9:00-10:00 a.m. beginning November 5, 2025. To sign up for [...]
13
Nov
P2C Part B Office Hours
Scheduled office hours are offered twice a week: Wednesdays from 2:00-3:00 p.m. and Thursdays from 9:00-10:00 a.m. beginning November 5, 2025. To sign up for [...]
13
Nov
Working Group Meeting
Join current Massachusetts Early College practitioners from 10:00 a.m. to noon to discuss best practices for supporting and advising Early College students. Hear from guest [...]
18
Nov
Early College Designation Part B Application Support Session
Learn more and register for Early College Designation Part B Application Support Session by clicking HERE.