With an open enrollment and over 100 students projected to enroll in credit-bearing courses for the 2020-21 school year, Charlestown High School’s Early College program equips students with the academic and social-emotional tools to be successful in their next endeavor, whether that is college, or directly into the workforce. A successful student understands the role college plays in their goals and how it fits into their future plans. They have the confidence to navigate any environment and the skills to overcome any barriers. C-Town Pathways students have earned over 750 college credits to date!
With a dedicated work-based learning coordinator, students experience a variety of career-development opportunities. Professionals from the community facilitate resume-building workshops and host practice interviews for students as well as extended job shadows.
Throughout a student’s Early College pathway experience, they have the opportunity to apply for various paid jobs and internships with many companies and organizations. In the past, students have been employed at organizations such as Liberty Mutual, John Hancock, SAP, Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Tufts Medical Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston Bar Association, Oxford Properties, South End Technology Center, ABCD, BCYF, and more!