Faculty Partner Role in Early College

At the heart of the Early College program is a powerful partnership between college faculty and high school teachers—an alliance built on mutual respect, open communication, and a shared passion for student achievement. This collaboration goes far beyond syllabus alignment; it’s an ongoing conversation about teaching, learning, and how to best support students as they take their first steps into college-level work. When faculty and high school partners work together—listening, sharing, mentoring, and growing—they create an experience that not only meets academic standards but inspires confidence, curiosity, and a belief in what’s possible. Strong relationships make strong programs, and this partnership is where it all begins.
As faculty partners, you are not only upholding the academic integrity of our Early College program; you are helping to shape the future of higher education in New Hampshire. Your expertise ensures that high school students experience true college-level rigor, and your mentorship empowers high school teachers to deliver it with confidence. By collaborating across institutions, you bring your department’s values, standards, and culture into new classrooms, widening the path to college for students who might never have imagined it. This work is more than oversight—it’s educational leadership that transforms lives.