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Dream Catchers- Newsletter

July 2017 - Volume 6, No.2

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To Reach State’s Economic Goals

HB2223 Requires Co-requisite Courses

Most high school students assume that if they graduate from high school, they are ready to attend college;
however, data shows that 27.3 percent of students, entering two or four year colleges directly from high school,
need remediation. This increases the amount of time and money that students spend on courses that do not count
towards degrees.
While “educational improvement in Texas is steady but slow, it is still too slow…too few students of color, and
poor students in general, achieve a postsecondary credential of any type. Helping economically disadvantaged
students across the state succeed is paramount to helping Texas reach its economic goals,” according to
Commissioner of Higher Education, Raymund Paredes, in the 2017 Higher Education Almanac.

The workforce in Texas is changing. For the first time, workers with a Bachelor’s

degree or higher make up a larger share of the workforce (36%) than those with a

high school diploma or less (34%). By 2050, Latino workers in Texas will outnumber

Anglo workers three to one. Latinos make up 41% of the Texas population between

the ages of 25 and 34; however, only 25% have a degree or certificate.
As Paredes said, “How well we educate our children, especially our Latino children,

will determine the fate of Texas in the 21st Century.

“We Texans must embrace boldness and innovation and quicken the pace…,” he
added.
Texas HB2223 should help to do just that.

Raymund Paredes

HB2223 is an instructional strategy where underprepared college students are enrolled in both a developmental

education course and an entry-level course of the same subject matter at the beginning of the semester during
the same semester. The developmental course should provide “support aligned directly with the learning

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outcomes, instruction, and assessment of the entry-level freshman course, and make necessary adjustments as
needed in order to advance students' success in the entry-level freshman course.”

Catch the Next’s traditional model will be easy to align with HB2223 because it has always had an instructional
connection between the developmental course and the entry-level course.
HB2223 requires that by 2018-2019 at least 25% of an institute of higher education’s students who are enrolled
in developmental coursework must be in co-requisite models. This number increases to 75% by 2020-2021.
Catch the Next has embraced boldness and innovation by bringing its mission, model and success record to
areas with large populations of economically disadvantaged and underrepresented students, primarily students
of color. Helping these students succeed goes hand-in hand with Texas’ “goal for becoming a national and
world leader.”

Sources: http://www.twc.state.tx.us/files/partners/tri-agency-report-office-governor-twc.pdf

http://www.thecb.state.tx.us/reports/PDF/9553.PDF?CFID=61854738&CFTOKEN=49474862

CTN’s Model Allows for Fluent Alignment with HB2223

Catch the Next has always had an instructional connection between the developmental course and the entry-
level course of the same subject, and because of this, CTN’s model will easily align with HB2223’s co-requisite
mandate which requires students to enroll in the two courses during the same semester.
With CTN’s traditional model, instruction in the developmental course and the entry level course is directly
aligned by an instructor(s) trained to use the same methodology. Also Catch the Next connects the
developmental course with the entry level course by keeping the same cohort of students, the same instructor(s)
and culturally-relevant curriculum over two semesters.
CTN instructors and curriculum team are presently making adjustments to models for the developmental
curriculum so that it aligns directly with “the learning outcomes, instruction, and assessment of the entry-level
freshman course” and is taken in the same semester.
CTN already has an accelerated model where students enroll in a developmental course for eight weeks
followed by English 1301 for eight weeks in the same semester, which meets the definition of a co-requisite for
HB2223.
In addition, CTN students in their first semester integrate assignments with Learning Frameworks. After the
first semester, CTN Pathways also allow students to continue its model into other courses such as psychology,
sociology, and government.
Outside of the classroom, CTN provides students with counseling, mentoring, field trips to universities and
cultural events, professional development, and student /family engagement. Students also have leadership

opportunities within the club and the chance to
develop/enhance marketable skills working as a paid
intern. Often students have the opportunity to give back
to the community through volunteering.
CTN is committed to advancing students' success in the
entry-level freshman course and beyond with its holistic
approach that provides a network of support and
validation for students inside and outside of the
classroom.

(Left) ACC students on a field trip to UT.

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Catch the Next Team Attends Co-Requisite Conference

By Lydia French

On July 6th and 7th, Catch the Next was represented at the THECB Co-Requisite Conference by CEO Dr.
Maria Martha Chavez, Director of Professional Development, Allegra Villarreal, Program Manager Roxanne
Franco, and Director of Peer Mentoring, Dr. Lydia French, alongside many colleagues representing their
respective colleges.
The Co-Requisite Conference was convened to address the recent passage of Texas HB 2223, which calls for
incremental increase of co-requisite options in lieu of sequential developmental courses. In the co-requisite
model, a student who is not yet college-ready would enroll in the college-level course along with a linked
support course. Prior to the meeting, the THECB offered a webinar on HB 2223, which can be viewed here.
Many practitioners from throughout the U.S. and Texas presented their work in order to assuage the anxieties
and answer the questions of many in the audience. As Texas moves to implement the co-requisite model, Catch
the Next is poised to provide support and mentorship to administrators, faculty, and staff at CTN colleges to
determine how to best support students in their path to catching college and career dreams.

Peredes speaks about the Latino challenge in education. Dr. Rendon talks about enhancing students’ success.

CTN Leadership Team Meets for Retreat

Catch the Next CEO, Dr. Chavez, and staff met for a Leadership Team Retreat July 7th through July 9th in
Austin. The retreat began with a discussion of the impact of nonprofits in our society followed by CTN’s annual
report and data. Friday ended with a group workshop on leadership and goal setting. Saturday’s sessions
covered the topics of leadership and management, telling and presenting the CTN story, and marketing. Final
presentations covered the management process, business model, and what makes a good team.

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A second retreat will be held at Yale University August 4-6. Leadership team members will look at HB2223
and 60x30TX in detail. Team members will discuss and plan for how CTN can best meet the requirements and
expectations for both. Joining the team will be CTN scholar/author mentors Sergio Troncos and Eileen Galvez.

Catch the Next’s leadership team takes a break for lunch. Valentin listens to Dr. Chavez. The team plans for next year.

A. Villarreal and R. Franco listen to ideas. Juan Higa thinks about leadership. Maria and Stacy celebrate b-days.

The team works through lunch. The team discusses management strategies. Groups work on setting goals.

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Webinar Registration Open for new staff

With the new academic year comes the return of the Teaching and Learning for Student Success webinar series
featuring scholar, author, and community leadership mentors from throughout Texas and the United States.
To join the 2017-2018 webinar series, please use the following registration link and stay tuned to Facebook and
Twitter for more on how to maximize your webinar experience.
To register, follow this link, enter your email information and follow the instructions in the corresponding
email: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7336155268859228929
If you have any questions, please contact Lydia French at [email protected]

Students Across the State Attend New Student Orientations

Across the state, on most CTN’s campuses New Student Orientations (NSOs) are taking place. New Student
Orientation is often mandatory for students entering college for the first time or students who are transferring.

During NSO, students might meet with an
assigned advisor, receive academic advising,
or register for classes. One common
component of NSO is to introduce students to
resources, services, and programs available to
them. Some campuses use this time to provide
information to students about CTN, including
courses and the many other benefits of the
program.

(Left) PAC CTN instructors Lisa Trevino and
Antonio Garza speak to students at a New Student
Orientation.

Daniel Vega Receives
Scholarship for HACU Conference

Daniel Vega, former Palo Alto College CTN Club Officer, has received a full
scholarship to attend the national HACU conference in San Diego in October.
“HACU’s Annual Conference provides a unique forum for the sharing of
information and ideas for the best and most promising practices in the education of
Hispanics.” Conference goals include showcasing successful, effective, and
exemplary programs; identifying graduate education opportunities for Hispanic
students; promoting greater Hispanic participation in scholarships, fellowships,
internships and other such programs; and discussing emerging trends in higher
education affecting Hispanics. Source: https://www.hacu.net/hacu/Annual_Conference1.asp

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Teaching and Learning for Student Success Webinars

Save the Date: Thursday, August 17th at 3:00pm (CST) for the August Teaching and
Learning for Student Success Monthly Webinar to Feature Texas Higher Education

Coordinating Board Director of Developmental and Adult Education,
Dr. Suzanne Morales-Vale Speaking About Updates and Changes
to the TSIA.--Texas Success Instrument Assessment

As Director of Developmental and Adult Education for the College Readiness and Success Division of the
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, Dr. Suzanne Morales-Vale is responsible for the development and
implementation of the legislatively-mandated statewide plan for developmental education. Statewide reform
efforts continue to emphasize scaling and enhancing accelerated, non-traditional opportunities for
underprepared students leading to improved persistence and completions in support of 60x30TX, the higher

education strategic plan.

Prior to joining the Coordinating Board in 2011, Dr. Morales-Vale taught over
eighteen years in the areas of Developmental Writing/Reading and College
Composition in both traditional and online settings at Central Texas College, with
additional teaching experience in university, secondary, and for-profit arenas. She
has held numerous leadership positions at institutional and state levels and directed
initiatives and programs in areas including faculty professional development,
institutional accreditation, faculty advising, and developmental education non course-
based options promoting acceleration and improved outcomes. Her academic
credentials include B.A. degrees from Texas State University and California State
University, along with a M.Ed. from Texas State University. Her academic
experiences include study abroad awards in both Germany and England. She also
holds a Ph.D. with a specialization in Adult Education from Texas A&M University, College Station.

July Webinar Provides an Overview of CTN Toolkits

Thank you to those of you who attempted to join the webinar on July 20th. We apologize for the technical
difficulties that prevented many from remaining on the line. In this webinar, the last in our series of internal
webinars offered by CTN staff, Director of Professional Development Allegra Villarreal compiled the tool kits,
which provide guidelines, resources, and best practices for development of the English/Language Arts
curriculum, Counseling, Mentoring, and Supporting Student Achievement. Each toolkit is available in a PDF
format on the Catch the Next wiki at ctnext.pbworks.com, or you can access them from catchthenext.org by
clicking on "Resources" and "Toolkits" and then following the link to the wiki. Please note that you must log in
to the wiki to access the files. If you have not yet registered for access to the wiki, please click the "Request
Access" button from the log-in page.

If there are questions about the tool kits or how to access the wiki, please contact Allegra Villarreal
at [email protected]. If there are questions about past or upcoming webinars, please contact
Lydia French at [email protected].

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Ire’ne Lara Silva to Lead Weekend Writing Retreat

Ire’ne Lara Silva will lead a writing weekend retreat titled “Building a Writing Life:
Getting Out of Our Own Way” on November 11-12 (12 noon Saturday-3pm Sunday).
The retreat will focus on various issues that are brought up again and again in
workshops but that are never the prime focus: How do writers handle their time and
energy resources to write? How do they take care of themselves while writing? What is
their relation to ‘a writing life’ or to the label of ‘writer’? What are successful strategies
that are helping them move forward–and how are they getting in their own way? Along
with writing exercises, there will be plenty of time to discuss all these issues.
Price $225 with overnight accommodations/$175 without.
Loma Linda, Maxwell, TX. Email to register: [email protected]

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CTN Publishes Journal of Ideas and Pedagogy

Catch the Next is pleased to announce the online publication of the long-awaited Catch the Next Journal of
Ideas and Pedagogy. The inaugural issue features the work of scholar mentors, CTN practitioners, and newly-
published poets.
We are currently accepting submissions of theoretical, data-driven, and narrative scholarly articles, book
reviews, creative pieces, and interviews. See the Call for Papers and Submission Guidelines for more details;
please submit by September 1st, 2017 for consideration for the second issue.
Any questions regarding the journal can be submitted to Lydia French at [email protected].

Fall Institute: October 24-26, San Antonio Riverwalk

The Fall Institute is a two-day workshop convened in October that
focuses on strengthening the college teams and giving participants the
opportunity to troubleshoot issues they face at this stage in the
program. This institute takes place after site visits have occurred and is
always responsive to the needs of the current cohort. Sessions are
offered to address issues in retention, team dynamics, event
coordination, advising and mentor engagement among other topics.
Pulitzer Prize winner Sonia Nazario will be presenting a workshop for our faculty and a presentation at our
reception to be held October 25th at 6pm.

Excelencia Institute Highlights

Best Practices for Latino
Students

Excelencia in Education is hosting a one-day institute that highlights evidence-based practices for Latino
student success, based on more than a decade of work with Examples of Excelencia on August 17 in San
Antonio. With more Latino students enrolling in higher education, there has been an increase in the number of
colleges and universities that meet the 25% undergraduate enrollment threshold to be recognized as Hispanic-
Serving Institutions (HSIs). However, Excelencia believes to be a Hispanic “SERVING” Institution takes more
than just enrolling students.
The institute will benefit both 2-year and 4-year institutions looking to implement, replicate, and fully integrate
practices to improve Latino student outcomes. Teams from HSIs and Emerging HSIs will participate in
discussions about tools to help tell their data story and assess student success using various metrics. Specific
focus will be given on how institutions can be intentional in serving their Latino students through program
sustainability and institutionalization.

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#RealCollege Addresses College Food and Housing Security

It’s Time to Take Action. With an estimated one-third of community college students struggling with very low
levels of food security and 14% experiencing homelessness, many college leaders are seeking effective ways to
address housing and food challenges. #RealCollege — the nation’s only conference on college food and
housing insecurity — is a chance to obtain knowledge which can be used immediately. On October 23 and 24 in
Philadelphia, practitioners, policymakers, advocates and scholars will come together for two days to
learn how to take action. Organized by the Wisconsin HOPE Lab and Temple University, and sponsored by

many including the Kresge Foundation, ACT Center on Equity, AERA, and Scholarship
America, this is a working meeting that attendees will never forget.
Check out the agenda and register
now: http://wihopelab.com/events/realcollege.html.

Adelante Leadership Institute Offers Motivational
Workshops

Adelante’s Annual Leadership Institute & Recruitment Expo will take place on October 12-14 at the Westin
Riverwalk in San Antonio. It is an intense, three-day “eye-opening” and “Aha! moment” that entails
workshops, great conversations, and hands-on activities conducted by corporate, motivational, and educational
leaders– all designed to inform, empower, and motivate college students.

Students network with professionals in a variety of fields, many of whom offer internship and employment
opportunities, plus endless advice on the importance of effectively planning and preparing for the corporate job
market and beyond.

ALASS October Institute Session Addresses
Educational Equity

Some in philanthropy and higher education are striving to link the concept of equity
and education to chart their strategic directions. These representatives from some of the most significant
supporters of higher education today will address educational equity, the role of philanthropy and the
opportunities for colleges, universities and communities at this critical time in our country.
Speakers Include:
Daniel Greenstein, Director of Education, Postsecondary Success in the United States Program, Bill & Melinda
Gates Foundation
Debra Humphreys, Vice President of Stakeholder Engagement, Lumina Foundation
William F.L. Moses, Managing Director, Kresge Foundation’s Education Program
Moderator: Sarita Brown, President, Excelencia in Education
Download 2017 ALASS Institute Preliminary Agenda (control + click)

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NCCHC Symposium Serves as Bridge to Administrative Positions

Access to learning opportunities for all has been a cornerstone of the community college mission since the
colleges were created more than a century ago. For Latino students, access to higher education creates the
opportunity to participate fully in the American dream.
Access to professional development opportunities, like the NCCHC Fellows Program and Leadership
Symposium, are bridges to administrative leadership positions.
The Board of Directors of the National Community College Hispanic Council invites you to participate in the
22nd Annual NCCHC “Latino Leadership in Community Colleges: Follow Your North Star” Leadership
Symposium scheduled for September 21-23 in Miami, FL.

Achieving the Dream Offers Programs to Help Students with Financial Skills

The #comm_colleges in our #WSSN Initiative are building programs to help students gain financial skills and
stability #highered

https://t.co/aVEsZAKCKE
(https://twitter.com/AchieveTheDream/status/851780834927554560?s=09)

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Dream Catchers-Professional Development Opportunities

Dream Catchers - Professional Development Opportunities

The following professional development opportunities highlight Dream Catcher grant and funding opportunities, conference
opportunities, and information for theory, research and practice. I encourage you to forward any information that would provide
wonderful opportunities to our team or students by emailing me at [email protected].
Thank You,
Stacy Ybarra Evans
Catch The Next

Staff Opportunities

Date Activity Activity Description
7/20/2017 Fellowship Fastlane Graduate Research Fellowship Program
Graduate https://www.fastlane.nsf.gov/grfp/Login.do
7/20/2017 Program Due by 10/24/2017

Webinar FREE Webinar – The Intersections of Leadership Development
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1090379468023412993?utm_source=Copy+
7/20/2017 Conference of+Marlon+Webinar&utm_campaign=What+Truly+Makes+A+Leader%3F&utm_medium
=email
7/20/2017 Conference
The 15th Annual Males of Color Empowerment and Retention Conference--Houston,
Texas
"Redesigning the K-16 Educational Pipeline: The Solution--Reconnecting and
Reinvesting Institutional Resources to Ensure Academic Success."
www.jveducational.org
Teach to Lead Conference
Austin, TX
https://www.facebook.com/ED.gov/photos/a.10150574174659320.397072.119446064319/10
155476321109320/?type=3

7/20/2017 Call for NASPA – Higher Ed
7/20/2017 Proposals https://conference2018.naspa.org/program/call-for-programs
7/20/2017
Call for NISOD – Higher Ed

Presentations https://www.nisod.org/conference/call-for-presentations/

Article Oregon State Article – Higher Ed (Erin Doran)
http://oregonstate.edu/ua/ncs/archives/2017/jul/economic-issues-are-key-predicting-
whether-students-will-graduate-college-study-sh

7/20/2017 STEM Student Opportunities
Opportunities
STEM Opportunities
https://stemgradstudents.science.gov/

7/20/2017 Scholarship Gates Scholarship

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7/20/2017 Award http://www.ewa.org/blog-latino-ed-beat/new-gates-scholarship-offer-full-ride-300-
7/20/2017 Challenge students-color#.WWbxJLbNCMI.facebook
7/20/2017 Program NCTE Latinx Caucus Award
http://www.ncte.org/caucus/latino/awards

Texas Internship Challenge
http://www.myplainview.com/news/article/State-agencies-increase-student-internship-
10950544.php

Virtual Student Foreign Service
https://vsfs.state.gov/

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Catch the Next Program Partners

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Catch the Next Colleges Trained on CTN
Model.

About Our Newsletter

A publication by Catch the Next Inc., for its Dream Catchers. Submissions are welcomed. Please send all
information to: Dr. Maria Chavez, Editor in Chief. Debra McBeath, Editor.
Submissions: [email protected]
Or: [email protected]
Contributors: Stacy Ybarra, Palo Alto College; Lydia French, CTN

“The opinions expressed in this report are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Greater Texas
Foundation, or any director , officer or employee thereof.”

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