Partnerships

Essential to the success of a PluggedInVA program are its partners. The table to the right lists sample services and opportunities that partners may provide in a PluggedInVA cohort. This list is not exhaustive; however, it should generate ideas for approaching partners. Add to the list as you plan and implement your PluggedInVA program.

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PluggedInVA Partners

Sample Services and Opportunities

Adult Education Program

Postsecondary Institution

Business Partner

Suplemental Support (optional)
  • student recruitment
  • curriculum design
  • student intake and assessment
  • basic skills instruction
  • GED credentialing
  • instruction in contextualized curriculum
  • 21st century skills instruction
  • professional soft skills instruction
  • digital literacy instruction
  • CRC (Career Readiness Credential) preparation
  • co-enrollment
  • academic advising
  • college experience
  • curriculum development
  • input into curriculum development
  • site visits
  • on-the-job training
  • job shadowing
  • internships
  • class visits
  • mock interviews
  • real interviews
  • career exposure
  • childcare
  • transportation
  • incentives
  • clothing allowance
  • food or meal vouchers

 

PluggedInVA’s Community College Partners:

  • Thomas Nelson Community College
  • Southside Virginia Community College
  • Piedmont Virginia Community College
  • New River Community College
  • Southwest Virginia Community College
  • Mountain Empire Community College
  • Virginia Highlands Community College
  • Central Virginia Community College
  • Blue Ridge Community College
  • J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College

 

Joint letter of approval of the PluggedInVA model as an eligible career pathways program for Title IV aid: Email Kate Rolander at kedaly@vcu.edu for a copy of the letter.

This letter stipulates that adult learners enrolled in PluggedInVA may receive financial aid even if they have not earned a secondary credential.  Work with the local community college financial aid offices to ensure students who are eligible may receive aid. 

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