ACE Program Mission Statement
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The mission of the ACE (Achieving a College Education) Program is to help students make a smooth transition from high school, through community college, and transfer to a university where they can complete a baccalaureate degree.
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ACE Program Goals
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To demystify higher education, its requirements, costs and benefits.
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To familiarize students with college life.
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To provide tools for students to succeed socially, academically, and personally.
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To assist students in identifying educational, career, and vocational goals and interests.
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To identify sources of financial assistance and scholarships and facilitate students in the application process.
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To empower parents/guardians to become actively involved in students' education and future.
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To collaborate with local educational institutions, community partnerships, and the private sector.
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To provide continuous follow-up and support to each cohort which will ensure retention and tracking.
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ACE Results
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Cite: MCCCD, Progress Report on ACE, 2007
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Beginning with the 2001 Cohort:
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On average, 83% of ACE students graduated from high school.
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On average, 76% of the ACE students were retained in the ACE program.
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Students retained earned an average 20.5 college credits while in high school.
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Students who completed just the first year of the program earned an average of 7.1 college credits.
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2006 High School Graduate Survey:
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ACE students graduating from high school in 2006 had an average high school GPA of 3.12
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83% of ACE students graduated early or on time in 2006.
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