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Worcester Public Schools highlights growth in Early College, AP and adult‑education programs
Summary
Administrators told the West School Committee that Early College and AP participation has grown substantially, with nearly 1,400 early‑college students this semester, expanded AP course offerings and workforce-focused 'Worcester Nightlife' and adult‑education programs showing strong completion and placement outcomes.
The West School Committee heard a broad update on Monday about expansion of Early College, Advanced Placement and adult‑education offerings across Worcester Public Schools, with administrators emphasizing equity, increased participation and workforce connections.
Emily Leman, administrative director of college and career readiness, and Dan St. Louis, director of early college, told the committee that Early College is a Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE)‑designated program and that Worcester’s program partners include Quinsigamond Community College and Worcester State University. "The goal is for students to earn 12 or more credits in the program to…
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