Local educators, representatives from civic groups and business leaders involved in the Central Ohio Compact gather annually to share information and exchange ideas. All are focused on reaching the Compact’s goal: 65 percent of Central Ohio adults will have a postsecondary degree or certificate by 2025.
Highlights from the 2017 Summit:
Dr. David Harrison, President, Columbus State Community College
Dr. Harrison on how the Central Ohio Compact was formed and why it has grown.
Dr. Rock Jones, President, Ohio Wesleyan University
Dr. Jones on how the Central Ohio Compact partnerships have helped with affordability and college completion.
Rice on encouraging children to seek higher education and why it must begin in the elementary schools.
Steve Dackin, Superintendent of School and Community Partnerships, Columbus State
Dackin gives an update on the $11.5 million federal i3 grant aimed at serving 10,000 Central Ohio students and preparing them for college and careers.
Hamler on participating in the i3 grant and how it has led to a dramatic increase in the number of students taking college prep courses.
Ken Eisner, Senior Manager, Amazon Web Services Educate
Eisner on why Amazon joined the Central Ohio Compact.
McLemore on Honda’s participation in the Central Ohio Compact and how Honda's partnership with Columbus State has helped expand a work study program leading to well-paying jobs for students.
Dr. Kelly Kelleher, Vice President, Community Health, Nationwide Children’s Hospital
Dr. Kelleher on why jobs and education make a community healthier.
The Central Ohio Compact
A regional strategy for college completion and career success.
