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RTI International will host the 2026 Early College Summit on June 9–10, 2026 at the Benton Convention Center in Winston-Salem, NC. This two-day event for early college leaders and program teams will focus on research-based early college and dual enrollment strategies to improve practice and support student success in  rigorous learning environments. The Summit is designed so that veteran and new early college practitioners and college partners can collaborate to learn and share expertise to improve learning and student outcomes.  Join us as we strengthen our capabilities to empower learners for future ready success!
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Opening Session & Keynote
Tuesday June 9, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Salem 2 Ballroom

Speakers
avatar for Bernard Boateng

Bernard Boateng

Davidson Early College High School
My name is Bernard Boateng, and I am a First Generation American. I am the son of two immigrants who emigrated from the West African country Ghana. I am a rising freshman at Duke University who is interested in studying and applying Chemistry and Computational Biology to Global Public... Read More →
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Dee Lanier

Lead Learning Experience Designer, Lanier Learning
Lead Experience Designer, Dee Lanier is the author of Demarginalizing Design and co-author of The Promises and Perils of AI in Education. Dee is a passionate and energetic educator and learner with over two decades of instructional experience on the K-12 and collegiate levels. Dee... Read More →
avatar for Dr. De McKenzie

Dr. De McKenzie

Education Consultant, RTI International
Dr. Demond “De” McKenzie is an expert in education and leadership development with over 20 years of experience. Currently he serves as an education consultant and leadership coach for RTI’s Education Services team, where he leads design and facilitation of professional development... Read More →
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Rachel Hunt

Lieutenant Governor
Lt. Gov. Rachel Hunt has a distinguished record of service in education and public leadership. Prior to her political career, Hunt practiced law and founded a consulting business to assist families with the college application process.She served in the North Carolina House of Representatives... Read More →
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Tuesday June 9, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Salem 2 Ballroom

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