1. Georgia Piedmont technical college Adult ed 2 College Transition Presented by: Keith Sagers- Acting Dean of Student Affairs Martha Coursey- Dean of Adult Education Nancy Thompson-ABE-GED Coordinator

2. Identify and Close the Gap !

3. Assess where the gaps are! Are we promoting college? Bring everyone with a vested interest to the table. ABE Admissions Financial Aid Registrar Advisors....etc Show and guide students throughout the process!

4. Connect the Disconnected!

5. One College! Educate Adult Ed Staff on College Admissions. Tech Ed must place priority status on GED students and graduates.

7. What are barriers that need to be addressed before transition to college? Work Ethics & Employment preparation Postsecondary education or occupational training Transportation needs (e.g., ride a bus, cross a street, call a taxi) Child Care Student Life participation (special interest clubs, participate in parks and recreation activities? Living arrangements (e.g., group homes, live independently) Several other areas may be addressed (e.g., financial/income needs/legal needs)