Conference Schedule

The Summit for Dual Credit Programs is a premier conference tailored for higher education institutions, school district personnel and state/national entities and provides attendees with valuable information and key takeaways regarding dual credit and college readiness.

Notice: The Summit for Dual Credit Programs and South Texas College closely monitor the national health crisis. The health, safety, and well-being of our attendees, employees, and presenters remain the highest priority. Please monitor this page for any updates regarding the summit.

Sunday, February 19, 2023

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Social Mixer & Conference Check-In
Join us for a fun-filled social mixer at our host hotel, Hilton Garden Inn SPI. Meet with other conference attendees as you enjoy the outdoor weather, music and appetizers.

Hilton Garden Inn SPI

Monday, February 20, 2023

8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Conference Check-In

SPI Convention Centre

9:00 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.

Welcome/Opening Address
Dr. Ricardo Solis, President, South Texas College
Amy Williams, Executive Director, NACEP
Dr. Rebecca De Leon , Dean, South Texas College

Exhibit Hall

9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.

Keynote Speaker
Dr. Brad C. Phillips, President & CEO, IEBC

Exhibit Hall

10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

Breakout Sessions - Round 1

Room #

Improving Student Success by Simplifying Dual Enrollment

101

Our Partnerships, and How They Foster Student Success

102

You have a story to tell: How to Maximize the Impact of Your Program Through Story Telling

103 / 104

Planning, Cultural Competency and Understanding Community Building a Program With a Purpose and Stability

201

Below 2.00 - Oh No! Managing Students Below a 2.00 GPA

202

11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Breakout Sessions - Round 2

Room #

Promoting ECHS/PTECH Student Success Through Multiple Pathways

101

Leadership in the Dual Enrollment Space

102

Enhancing Partnerships Through Professional Development

103 / 104

A Network Approach to Providing Early College to Rural and Urban Students

201

Process Automation: Getting AARGH!!! To aaaahhhh

202

12:15 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Lunch Break
Lunch at the Convention Center: RSVP upon registration
Lunch on Your Own: Enjoy the vast selection of restaurants at SPI

1:45 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Breakout Sessions - Round 3

Room #

Building Bridges for Success: Best Practices for Building and Developing Positive Relationships Between High School and College Counselors

202

Friday Focus: Using intentional Structures to Support Students to Dual Credit Success

101

Empowering Latinos Youth to Become Leaders Through Dual Enrollment

102

NACEP's View on the State of the Field: What's Now and What's Next

102

2:45 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Breakout Sessions - Round 4

Room #

Can You Meet Me Halfway? Implementing a Successful Process for Mid-Semester Advising at Your Institutions

101

Texas Dual Credit Alliance (TDCA): Driving the Future Through a NACEP State Chapter

102

Nursing Pathways Start in High School: The Power of Partnerships

102

Partnerships: A Strategic Approach

202

3:30 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.

Networking Break

3:45 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Breakout Sessions - Round 5

Room #

Building Future for Texas Foster Care Alumni

102

Creating, Innovating and Collaborating to implement a Culturally Responsive DE Pre-Calculus Course

103 / 104

Let's Get Organized: How to Make Your Program Data Work for You

202

4:30 p.m.

Adjourn

Tuesday, February 21, 2023

9:00 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.

Welcome/Opening Address
Dr. Rebecca De Leon, Dean, South Texas College
Amy Williams, Executive Director, South Texas College

Exhibit Hall

9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.

Keynote Speaker
Shayla Rivera, Aerospace Engineer and former Rocket Scientist with NASA

Exhibit Hall

10:15 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Networking Break

10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

Breakout Sessions - Round 6

Room #

Breaking Front Door Barriers for Equitable Access

101

Howard Technology Solutions Practical Tools for the Online Instructor

102

School to Career: Welding a Pathway to Success

103 / 104

Capital Updates: Understanding Proposed Dual Credit Reforms by the 88th Texas Legislature

202

11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Breakout Sessions - Round 7

Room #

High School Ready: Preparing College Faculty for the K12 Learner

101

Building Partnerships and Gaining Resources

103 / 104

From 'Random Acts' and 'Programs of Privilege' to Dual Enrollment Equity Pathways (DEEP)

202

12:30 p.m.

Adjourn

01:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Post Conference (Pre-Registration Required)
Join South Texas College Dual Credit Programs leadership staff as they share insight on where to start and how to sustain a dual enrollment program. Presentation will cover a variety of topics such as faculty credentialing, scheduling, professional development policies and procedures. Lunch will be provided and session will take place at the Convention Centre.

Conference Theatre