ACTE PACE Summit 2024

Students at Chicago Public Schools (CPS) at all levels of qualifications struggle to navigate the daunting process of enrolling and persisting in college. In 2019, CPS and City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) created the Chicago Roadmap – an unprecedented partnership aimed at supporting students along a seamless path to and through college on the way to their chosen careers. Today, students have access to youth apprenticeships and an early college and CTE curriculum in high-demand career fields such as healthcare, manufacturing, IT and construction beginning their freshman year. Students also have the opportunity to earn up to 15 college credits and industry recognized certifications before graduating high school. CPS and CCC have transformed their relationship from a successful collaboration to full convergence. By expanding access to high-quality programs, advising and supports, they strive to dramatically and equitably increase student outcomes in postsecondary readiness, enrollment, persistence, degree attainment and employment.

Moderator:
Chandler Meyer-Brown, Director of CTE, Chicago Public Schools
Panelists:
Pedro Martinez, CEO, Chicago Public Schools
Juan Salgado, Chancellor, City Colleges of Chicago
Dr. Peggy Korellis, Vice Chancellor - High School Strategy, City College of Chicago
Bernadette Limos, Director of Chicago Roadmap,Chicago Public Schools