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Empowering Faculty-Community Partnerships Through P-12 Education

Unlock new opportunities to support P-12 students, educators, and pathways to higher education. The P-12 Pathway Programs Hub is actively seeking partnerships with departments and individual faculty to further develop educational opportunities for students in our region. 

About the Hub

What We Do

The P-12 Pathway Programs Hub's mission is to introduce P-12 students to opportunities in higher education, emphasizing opportunities at Õý°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¼Ç¼×ÊÁÏ. We value active learning, positive engagement, and shared leadership to provide meaningful impact on students.

Core Offerings:

• Program Participation: We offer a variety of P-12 programs throughout the year that you can participate in. Sign up for our listserv to get notifications of opportunities.
• Presentation Coaching: Meet with one of our program leaders to craft a presentation and activity that resonates with students in every age group.
• Program Development: Supporting faculty in designing programs that engage P-12 students and teachers. In particular, we can design programs that meet the requirements of grants, including NSF broadening participation
  requirements.
• Logistics Support: Have an idea for a new program or summer camp? Reach out to our office to coordinate the registration, marketing, staffing, and other needs.
• Resources: Access to curriculum resources and best practices for effective P-12 education.
• School Visits: Want to attend your kid’s career day? Been invited to present on your area of expertise? Collaborate with us to create your presentation and activity. We can help with coordinating logistics regarding university policy, evaluating your impact, and promoting Õý°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¼Ç¼×ÊÁÏ.
  
• Student Engagement: Get your students involved in P-12 outreach. We can work with your courses or student organizations to participate in P-12 outreach as part of service learning or other student learning outcomes.

Why Collaborate with Us?

Benefits for Faculty & Departments:

• Access to a Community Network: Access to a wide range of P-12 schools, educational professionals, and community partners. We have built the network and community so you don’t have to.

• Expert Support: Get guidance on program development, grant applications, and evaluation to ensure impactful outcomes. Our team includes an informal educator and a former librarian.

• Innovation in Education: Leverage technology and creative approaches like game-based learning, digital platforms, and interactive engagement tools to enhance student learning.

• Recognition: P-12 programs can bring positive media attention to your work. Our Doctor for a Day program has been recognized on Fox 19 and WCPO 9 as well as through an award from the Girl Scouts of Kentucky’s Wilderness Road.

Success Stories and Impact

Your involvement can make a difference. Faculty like Dr. Jay Avenido, Dr. Mary Schilling, Dr. Chris Curran, and Dr. Michael Guy were highlighted during our annual Doctor for a Day program. Girl Scouts who attend this event are more likely to apply to Õý°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¼Ç¼×ÊÁÏ and express an interest in health careers.

Since 2018, we have served nearly 10,000 students in the region. 80% of students who attend two or more of our programs apply to Õý°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¼Ç¼×ÊÁÏ.

How You Can Get Involved

Ways to Collaborate:

• Participate in a Program: Faculty can choose from our existing programs, including: High School Cadaver Lab Field Trips, 8th Grade Careers Exploration Field Trips, and College Cafés.
• Consultation: Faculty can work with the Hub to design tailored educational programs for existing programs or to create a new program.
• Summer Camps: Coordinate with the Hub to add your camps to the Camp Norse experience. Collaborate on logistics and marketing to provide a seamless experience for families.

Available Tools

• Minors on Campus Policy

• Minors on Campus Compliance

• New Director Training

• Preferred forms:
  • Registration
  • Photo/Video Waiver
  • MedicationManagement