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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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Tuesday, June 9
 

10:45am EDT

Bucking the Trend: Increasing Dual Enrollment in a World of Declining High School Populations
Tuesday June 9, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Winston 1A
In upstate New York, as with many parts of the country, public school enrollment has dropped 5-10% over the past decade. This session will highlight how Hudson Valley Community College defied the odds, achieving a 62% increase in annual dual enrollment over the past five years while transforming the DE experience for high school students. HVCC's College in the High School Program serves as a model for embedding holistic advising and student support directly into all aspects of the enrollment process. Attendees will get an inside look at how HVCC works with its 30+ district partners to provide 1-on-1 advisement opportunities, develop degree pathways specific to each school's student interests, and streamline every step of the enrollment process using the Canusia platform. The result? A sharp increase in program enrollment, improved credit completion, and expanded degree attainment for Dual Enrollment students. 
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Andrew Roberts

Customer Success Specialist, Canusia, Inc.

Tuesday June 9, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Winston 1A
  Partnerships

1:00pm EDT

Prompt Engineering for Productivity: Automating Administrative Responsibilities for School and Program Leaders.
Tuesday June 9, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Winston 1A
This session is dedicated to making you a more efficient leader by automatingyour office tasks with precision AI. Discover the framework for writing effective prompts andbuild your own policy-aware AI 'clones' for consistent, rapid administrative output, with ethicsand leadership in mind.
Presenters
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Dee Lanier

Lead Learning Experience Designer, Lanier Learning, LLC

Tuesday June 9, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Winston 1A
  Leadership
 
Wednesday, June 10
 

8:30am EDT

Breaking Down Barriers: How Texas Regional Collectives Are Transforming Dual Credit
Wednesday June 10, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Winston 1A
In this session, Texas school and higher education leaders will discuss their journey to enhance dual credit pathway programs. This collaborative group has strengthened existing programs and engaged every educational level from K-12 to state agencies.

Our facilitator will guide panelists in exploring how regional collectives strengthen dual credit pathways and four-year programs. [Original focus was on Teacher Preparation.] Panelists include leaders from school districts, community colleges, bachelor's programs, and Educate Texas, a statewide organization advancing public education reform.

This session provides foundational strategies to help participants establish regional learning communities and streamline academic pathways for all students.
Presenters
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Joseph Reyes

Deputy Director, Teaching & Leading, Educate Texas

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Maegan Collins

Department Chair of General Education and Developmental Studies at Lamar Institute of Technology, Lamar Institute of Technology

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Wednesday June 10, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Winston 1A
  Partnerships

9:45am EDT

Ethical AI in Education: A Design Thinking Sprint
Wednesday June 10, 2026 9:45am - 11:15am EDT
Winston 1A
Teachers and instructional leaders, join us for a transformative workshop wherewe'll delve into the ethical and equitable implications of AI in education. Through acollaborative design thinking process, participants will explore the potential benefits andchallenges of AI integration and develop innovative solutions to address critical issues.
Presenters
avatar for Dee Lanier

Dee Lanier

Lead Learning Experience Designer, Lanier Learning, LLC

Wednesday June 10, 2026 9:45am - 11:15am EDT
Winston 1A
  Innovative Instruction

12:40pm EDT

From Planning to Purpose: Building Future-Ready Students with Digital Comprehensive Academic Portfolios (CAPs)
Wednesday June 10, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm EDT
Winston 1A
This session showcases a digital CAP system designed to help early college students reflect on growth, organize academic and extracurricular data, and plan for college and career pathways. Participants will explore how CAPs integrate state-required Career Development Plans, promote student agency, and strengthen advising practices. Through examples, artifacts, and practical strategies, attendees will gain actionable ideas for implementing a student-centered, scalable portfolio system that supports postsecondary readiness, engagement, and success.
Presenters
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Willoughby Newcomb

School Counselor, Duplin Early College High School
Willoughby Newcomb is a certified school counselor at Duplin Early College High School in North Carolina and the founder of Whole Journey Navigation LLC, a consulting practice focused on academic planning, career development, and postsecondary transitions. She holds a Master of Arts... Read More →
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Michael Schramm

English Teacher, Duplin Early College High School
Michael Schramm arrived to Duplin Early College High School in November of 2022. Prior formative instructional experiences include: teaching English Language & Composition with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School system (3 years); mentoring Chinese nationals enrolled in language immersion... Read More →
Wednesday June 10, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm EDT
Winston 1A
  Leadership
 
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