ConnCap Program
This program is supported by the Minority Advancement Program administered by the Connecticut Office of Higher Education.
Este programa es respaldado por el Programa de Avance de Minorías administrado por la Oficina de Educación Superior de Connecticut.
About the ConnCAP Pre-College Program at Southern
ConnCAP is an initiative of the State of Connecticut Department of Higher Education.
Through this grant-funded opportunity, Southern is partnering with New Haven Public Schools to help students successfully complete high school and prepare for college. Students are selected at the end of 9th grade or beginning of 10th grade to participate in the ConnCAP Pre-College Program throughout their 10th, 11th and 12th grade years.
Sobre ConnCap el programa preuniversitario en Southern
ConnCAP es una iniciativa del Departamento de Educación Superior del Estado de Connecticut.
A través de esta oportunidad financiada por una subvención, Southern se asocia con las Escuelas Públicas de New Haven para ayudar a los estudiantes a completar con éxito la escuela secundaria y prepararse para la universidad. Los estudiantes son seleccionados al final del noveno grado o al comienzo del décimo grado para participar en el programa preuniversitario de ConnCAP durante sus años de décimo, undécimo y duodécimo grado.
The ConnCAP Pre-College Program has a main focus of supporting students to be academically successful in high school and to support their transition to and graduation from college.
Throughout their three years with the ConnCAP Pre-College Program, students will:
- Receive academic support for three years
- Build their academic skills with academic success coaches
- Brainstorm and explore career options
- Take college classes for credit (earn up to 18 credits)
- Go on college visits
- Participate in college cultural, educational, and social events at Southern
- Have assigned tutors to help with content and learning
- Get a pre-paid bus pass to come to Southern
- Build community with fellow New Haven students
- Acquire experiences for resume building
El programa preuniversitario de ConnCAP tiene como objetivo principal apoyar a los estudiantes para que tengan éxito académico en la secundaria y apoyar su transición y graduación de la universidad.
A lo largo de sus tres años con el Programa Preuniversitario de ConnCAP, los estudiantes podran:
- Recibir apoyo académico por tres años.
- Desarrolle sus habilidades académicas con un entrenador de éxito académico.
- Proponer ideas y explorar opciones profesionales
- Tome clases universitarias para obtener créditos (obtener hasta 18 créditos)
- Ir a visitas universitarias
- Participar en eventos culturales, educativos y sociales universitarios en Southern
- Tener tutores asignados para ayudar con el contenido y el aprendizaje.
- Obtener un pase de autobús prepago para venir a Southern
- Construir una comunidad con compañeros de otras escuelas de New Haven
- Adquirir información en cómo construir un currículum profesional
Program Outline
Fall 2024 - Spring 2025
- Student workshops
- Career development, social emotional, and academic skills
- Coaching sessions
- Social events
Southern ConnCAP Summer Experience
Program runs from Tuesday, July 8th, to Friday, August 1st. It offers students the chance to experience college early while engaging in learning, community service, and personal growth.
Summer Schedule
Monday – Thursday: 8:30 am – 3:00 pm (includes lunch)
Fridays: 8:30 am – 11:35 am (lunch not provided)
Extended Community Services Day Option:
On Fridays, students can commit to extended community service until 1:30 pm. This option is only available for the four Fridays of the program.
Why should a student take advantage of the summer program?
Students have the chance to earn a free 3-credit Public Health Course (PCH-201: Wellness).
Commitment
Students must commit to either a full-day or half-day schedule:
Full Day Schedule: (8:30 AM – 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday)
Half Day Schedule: (8:30 AM - 11:35 AM, Monday - Friday)
**Full-day participants will receive meals, and sign-ups are required in advance to ensure proper planning for meal tickets.
Summer 2025-Spring 2026
- Early college courses
- Study hall
- College application process
- Student workshops
- Coaching sessions
- Social events
Summer 2026- Spring 2027
- Early college courses
- Study hall
- College tours/transition support
- FASFA support
- Student workshops
- Coaching sessions
- Social events
Facts and Questions (FAQ)
Who is eligible to participate in the ConnCAP Pre-College Program at Southern?
Students must be in 9th grade or starting 10th grade at a New Haven public high school to be eligible to enroll in the ConnCAP Pre-College Program. Additionally, students must have a GPA under 3 and participate in the Free or Reduced Lunch Program.
¿Quién es apto para participar en el programa preuniversitario ConnCAP en Southern?
Los estudiantes deben estar en noveno grado o comenzando el décimo grado en una escuela secundaria pública de New Haven para ser aptos para inscribirse en el programa preuniversitario ConnCAP. Además, los estudiantes deben tener una nota media inferior a 3.0 y participar en el Programa de Almuerzo Gratis o Reducido.
How much does the ConnCAP Pre-College Program at Southern cost?
The ConnCAP Pre-College Program at Southern is free to selected students.
¿Cuanto cuesta el programa preuniversitario ConnCAP en Southern?
El programa preuniversitario ConnCAP en Southern es gratis para estudiantes seleccionados.
How do students find out if they are eligible to participate in the ConnCAP Pre-College Program at Southern?
Students in 9th grade need to complete an application to determine their eligibility. Students are notified of their acceptance status within 2 weeks of applying.
¿Cómo pueden saber los estudiantes si son aptos para participar en el programa preuniversitario ConnCAP en Southern?
Los estudiantes de noveno grado deben completar una solicitud para determinar su elegibilidad. Los estudiantes son notificados de su estado de aceptación dentro de las 2 semanas posteriores a la solicitud.
What are the requirements to participate in the ConnCAP Pre-College Program at Southern?
Once enrolled, students and their parents/families must attend an orientation at Southern. Then, students will attend weekly meetings and program activities on campus. Students also need to maintain good grades and follow the rules of the ConnCAP Pre-College Program at Southern.
¿Cuáles son los requisitos para participar en el Programa Preuniversitario ConnCAP en Southern?
Una vez inscritos, los estudiantes y sus padres/familias deben asistir a una orientación en Southern. Luego, los estudiantes asistirán a reuniones semanales y actividades del programa en el campus, asistencia es obligatoria. Los estudiantes también deben mantener buenas calificaciones y seguir las reglas del programa preuniversitario ConnCAP en Southern.
Contact
If you have any inquiries, please feel free to contact us:
conncap@southernct.edu
(203) 392 - 8375
Instagram: @scsuconncap