College Retention Services

As one of our goals is to help youth complete post-secondary education, we provide on-going services to youth following their enrollment. OPP currently provides services to more than 250 youth who attend colleges and vocational programs around the region, state and throughout the country. To assist with the challenges of transition and college education financing, OPP provides the following services to youth in post-secondary education:

Services include:

Post high school - Continuing contact and support from 'home town' Youth Development Specialists to achieve Pathway Plans
Assistance with financial needs including tuition, books, administrative fees, and housing
Development of relationships with college staff during difficult periods and transitions phases
Development of summer jobs and internships with area employers to support employment of Hartford college youth
Conduct career fairs and events that serve to highlight talent and potential of Hartford's college youth
Individualized support to reduce attrition and overcome barriers to degree completion
Development of partnerships with high schools and higher education programs that bridge enrollment, retention and completion of post-secondary credentials
Verification and tracking of enrollments and academic progress in college through participation in Clearinghouse network

OPP also engages youth and their parents in individual counseling, group workshops, and provides the supports that are necessary for youth as they strive to complete high school, gain entrance to college and obtain a college degree or vocational credential.

Pathways is funded in part by the US Department of Labor