Event: REL Appalachia Webinar - Sep 24

The Regional Educational Laboratory (REL) Appalachia, a program run by CNA, presents:
Webinar: Increasing Access to College Preparatory Courses in Rural Communities Through Dual Enrollment
Monday, September 24, 2012
3:00 - 4:00 PM

Join us for an informative presentation on the latest research pertaining to dual enrollment programs and their relationship to high school graduation, college enrollment, and college retention. Our panel includes both dual enrollment research experts and school administrators with hands-on experience in dual enrollment programs. We’ll discuss common challenges that can arise in the implementation of dual enrollment programs and strategies for addressing those challenges. This interactive session will also focus on resources available to school districts to support their dual enrollment efforts.

Speakers:

• Dr. Melinda Mechur Karp, Senior Research Associate, Teachers College, Columbia University
• Mr. Paul Stapleton, Retired Superintendent, Halifax County Public Schools
• Dr. Linda Wallinger, Assistant Superintendent for Instruction, Virginia Department of Education
• Moderator: Dr. Robert Muller, Director, REL Appalachia