MARICOPA COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGES DISTRICT FOUNDATION - PHOENIX COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY - TOHONO OODHAM 2017.PDF

Created: 05/03/2017 • Last updated: 05/05/2017
General information
Organization Maricopa County Community Colleges District Foundation
Contact First name Barbara
Contact Last name Roberts
Contact e-mail barbara.roberts@domail.maricopa.edu
Contact phone number 4807318417
Address
Street 2419 W 14th St.
City Tempe
State AZ
ZIP Code 85281
From what tribe is the Tohono O’odham Nation
organization requesting the
grant?
Total grant amount request 125,568
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Phoenix College Preparatory Academy
Non-Resident Student Funding Proposal
Executive Summary
The Phoenix College Preparatory Academy (PCPA), a Title I Charter High School
housed at Phoenix College, currently serves100 students in grades 9 through 12.
PCPA is a Title I School. Title I schools aim to bridge the gap between low-income
and at-risk students and other students. Currently, 94 percent of PCPA students are
eligible for a free or reduced-cost food program.
The goal of PCPA is that every student will have access to a college education
(through a dual-enrollment program) and will complete one year of college credits
upon graduation from high school. Approximately 15-20 percent of PCPA students
earn their associate’s degree from Phoenix College upon graduation from high
school.
Population Benefiting From Proposal
Phoenix College Preparatory Academy serves first-generation students, whose
parents have not attended college or have only a secondary education. PCPA
provides a learning environment that supports higher education, encouraging
students to pursue a college degree.
Perceived Need for Dual-Enrollment & Early College Programs
Dual enrollment programs aim to ease the transition from high school to college and
to increase the number of college-bound high school students in our community.
Research finds that students who participate in dual-enrollment programs have
significantly higher cumulative college grade point averages (GPAs) than their peers
who do not participate in dual-enrollment programs.
PCPA students pursue associate’s degrees in art, business and STEM programs as
well as technical or specialized certificate programs. In May of 2016, two seniors
completed their associate’s degree before graduating from PCPA.
Performance Indicators
PCPA’s test scores are above the national average in mathematics and English.
Additionally, in the spring 2017 semester, 75 percent of PCPA sophomores qualified
to enroll in college-level freshman English Composition (ENG101).
PCPA’s 2015-15 graduation rate was 83 percent, with a 95 percent attendance rate,
as reported by the Arizona Department of Education.
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Phoenix College Preparatory Academy
Non-Resident Student Funding Proposal
PCPA Growth
The high school was recently approved for an increase in its “cap” of student
enrollment to 400. The enrollment increase to 400 will allow PCPA to grow to 185
students in 2017-18, with the potential to grow to 220-225 students by the 2019-20
school year.
Serving All Students
While it is PCPA’s goal to allow all students to participate in dual-enrollment / college
classes, 10 percent of students are non-residents, necessitating out-of-state tuition,
which is four-times more expensive than in-state tuition ($84 per credit hour versus
$366 per credit hour).
Funding Non-Resident PCPA Students
PCPA is unable to absorb the cost of out-of-state tuition and is seeking funding to
allow all students to participate in college courses – including non-resident students.
The high school anticipates consistent growth in the number of non-resident
students wishing to participate in dual-enrollment courses.
In order to accommodate PCPA’s growth, and the correlated increase in the number
of non-resident students, PCPA is seeking the following funding for the next three
years:
Funding one non-resident student for two courses (3-credit hours per course)
annually costs $1,962:
 6 credit hours [$327 x 6] = $1,962 per student
Number of Non-
Academic Year Funding Amount
Resident Students
2017-18 Academic Year 14 $27,468
2018-19 Academic Year 19 $37,278
2019-20 Academic Year 22 $43,164
TOTAL $125,568
Total Funding Requested = $125,568
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Phoenix College Preparatory Academy
Non-Resident Student Funding Proposal
Student Testimonials
Zabdi Hernandez is a junior at PCPA. She plans to one day own her own business
and become an entrepreneur.
When asked why she wants to take dual-enrollment classes, Zabdi said:
“I want to be an example to my younger brothers and sisters.
Some people believe that because I am not a US resident,
I should not have the same rights as my [high school] peers to
pursue my goals and dreams, but I want to show my siblings
that anything is possible if you work hard”.
Victor Becerra is also a junior at PCPA. He dreams of attending Northern Arizona
University or Arizona State to pursue a degree in web design. When asked about
being able to take dual-enrollment classes, Victor said:
“Being a web developer is my dream, and it would be helpful to get a
head-start in web design to be sure this is the field I should go in to.”
Summary
Phoenix College Preparatory High School provides high-quality public education,
taught by state certified and highly qualified teachers with a focus on college-prep
and dual-enrollment. Students have access to the colleges' computer labs, libraries
and other services and facilities. Students may also participate in college extra-
curricular activities and clubs, providing opportunities for interaction with community
college faculty, staff and students who serve as mentors and tutors to PCPA
students.
By improving the K-12 pipeline of students continuing on to post-secondary
education, PCPA is helping ensure that 60 percent of Arizonans have a certificate or
college degree by 2030 – as outlined in the Achieve 60 Initiative.
The Achieve 60 Initiative specifically states that Arizona must find ways to boost
higher learning outcomes by a variety of methods, such as dual-enrollment and early
college experiences.
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Phoenix College Preparatory Academy
Non-Resident Student Funding Proposal
In order to meet the goals outlined in the Achieve 60 Initiative, we must find ways to
allow all high school students to participate in dual-enrollment programs. Funding
PCPA’s non-resident dual-enrollment students supports this goal.
Alignment with Tohono O’Odham Nation Priority Areas for Fiscal Year 2017
This proposal aligns with the Tohono O’Odham education Distribution Priority Area
for Fiscal Year 2017.
Designated Contacts
Barbara Roberts
Grants Development Specialist
Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation
2419 West 14th Street, Tempe, AZ 85281
Phone: 480-731-8417
Fax: 480-731-8411
barbara.roberts@domail.maricopa.edu
Deborah Spotts
Director of Development
Phoenix College
1202 W. Thomas Road, Phoenix, AZ 85013
Phone: 602-285-7667
Fax: 602-285-7599
Deborah.spotts@phoenixcollege.edu
Arizona Tribal Distribution to Maricopa Community College or Phoenix
College, 2016-17 Academic Year
Navajo Nation = $50,995.40
Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Tribe = $75,000
Resources:
PCPA Web site: https://www.phoenixcollege.edu/pc-prep-academy
Phoenix College Web site: https://www.phoenixcollege.edu/
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PHOENIX STUDENTS EMPLOYEES COMMUNITY ALUMNI DIRECTORY
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Programs & Degrees Enroll Pay for College Campus Life About PC
PC Preparatory Academy
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Attendance Policy
PC Prep Documents
Parent Volunteer Hours
High school and college in one...
The Phoenix College Preparatory Academy (PCPA) is a charter high school accredited by the North Central Association Commission
Contact Info on Accreditation and School Improvement (kICA CASt). an accreditation division of AdvancED .
Phone: (.602) 285-7998 Students at our academy attend classes on the beautiful campus of Phoenix College. and in addition to the resources of the high
Location: Osborn Site East - OSE105 school. students have access to the colleges' computer labs, libraries and other services and facilities_ PCPA students have the
Hours: opportunity to interact with community college students who serve as both mentors and tutors.
Spring 8 Fall: Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30
PM I Summer: Mon-Thu: 7.30 AM - 5:00 PCPA maintains the highest academic standards to ensure students meet all state requirements for a high school diploma. It is also
PM I FR: Closed possible that by graduation students can complete several community college courses_
IT'S LIKE RECEIVING A PRIVATE EDUCATION FOR FREE....
As a public charter high school. Phoenix College Preparatory Academy adheres to the open enrollment policies prescribed by the
Arizona Department of Education PCPA Coes not charge tuition for high school classes Students in good academic standing may
qualify for free college tuition as well.
Why attend our academy?
• Individualized instruction from state certified and/or highly qualified teachers in a small class setting
• Obtain your high school-diploma
• Join in community college extra-curricular activities & organizations
• Access to college resources and facilities. including tree tutoring
• May qualify to receive free tuition for college courses at any of the Maricopa Community Colleges
Phoenix College Preparatory Academy is a free public high school and does not require any citizenship or immigration status
information or documentation to enroll students into high school classes. Students are not required to take college courses and are
enrolled on a first come. first served. basis.
Phoenix College Preparatory Academy es una escuela secundarra pOblica gratuita y no require ningern tipo de informacion o
documentacion de ciudadania o estatus migratory para inscriber a los estudiantes en a las Gases de secundaria. Los estudiantes se
inscriben y se base en el primero de llegar, sera el primer() servido/registrado.
For Spanish translation please can 602-285-7978. We will be happy to provide you any needed information and arrange for
translation services.
Para traduccon en espanol par favor flame a 602-285-7978. Nosotros estara encantada de ofrecene toda la informacebn necesaria y
organizar los servicios de traduccro n.
Procedure to reauest for Interpretation or translation services
Response to Recent News Release
Visit our school located on the SE corner of 11th Avenue and Osborn Road (OSE 105) at Phoenix College .
Notice of Public Meetings
Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.02. PC Preparatory Academy hereby states that all notices of the meetings of PC Preparatory
Academy will be posted at 3310 N. 10th Ave. In the OSE Building administration offices at OSE-105 and on the following
website: httos://administration.maricooa.eduloovernina-board/notice -of-oublic-meeting
The location is open to the public Monday through Friday. from 8:00 am_ to 5:00 p.m_ Such notices will indicate the date. time and
place of the meeting. and Will include an agenda or information concerning the manner in which the public may obtain an agenda for
the meeting.
Questions? Please contact Tina Emmons at 480 731 8889.