MCKINNEY VENTO PARTNERSHIPS
The College 1st Program has partnered with McKinney Vento Programs across the State of Texas to offer PreK-12th grade students college and career readiness programming to improve academic achievement, boost attendance rates, and ignite early college and career planning. During these CAMPs, conducted throughout the academic year and summer, students understand the importance of completing post-secondary education, exploring fast-growing STEAM pathways, and learning the 21st-century skills they will need to succeed in college, career, and life.
"The journey to a fulfilling career begins with academic enrichment hands-on activities and mentorship experiences."
The College 1st Program is customized to address the specific needs of McKinney-Vento students. We focus on:
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Promoting Educational Attainment: Emphasize the importance of completing post-secondary education to students, ensuring they understand the long-term benefits and opportunities that come with higher education.
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Exploring STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) Pathways: Provide resources and guidance to help students explore fast-growing STEAM fields, opening doors to innovative and impactful career paths.
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Developing 21st-Century Skills: Empower students with essential 21st-century skills, such as communication, critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and digital literacy, to prepare them for college, career, and life success.
McKinney Vento CAMP Videos
Lyford CISD McKinney Vento Drones & Rovers CAMP Video
Brownsville ISD McKinney Vento Space Exploration CAMP Video
Edinburg CISD McKinney Vento CAMP
To College and Beyond: Student's CAMP Experience Highlight Video
