Outreach
Welcome All Students to Their Respective Village
To foster early engagement with De Anza College and promote pathways to higher education, particularly among historically underserved populations, we propose an action plan that leverages partnerships with middle schools and high schools, along with targeted outreach efforts. One key aspect of this plan is to directly email and invite high school students to join a Village specific to their academic interests. This personalized approach aims to cultivate interest in higher education, provide support tailored to students' academic interests, and foster a sense of belonging within the college community.
Lead: Kim Palmore (Guided Pathways), Outreach Office & Nazy Galoyan
Plan Timeline
Winter 2024
Guided Pathways (GP) invites all newly enrolled students to join a Village Canvas shell based on their reported major. GP also sends an additional invitation to high school students who are not able to choose a major to join a Village based on their interests.
Spring 2024
Compile Student Lists: Compile lists of all incoming students interested in specific academic areas and sort by Village.
Fall 2024
Winter 2025
Spring 2025
Spring 2025
Status: Planning and Infrastructure Development
Technical Infrastructure
- Begin modification of CCC application to include Village selection
- Develop database for tracking outreach efforts to priority populations
- Create initial outreach materials for each Village
Partnership Development
- Identify 10 middle schools and 15 high schools in low college-going areas
- Initiate contact with community organizations serving priority populations
- Research regional workforce needs for CTE program enhancement
Resource Assessment
- Evaluate current basic needs services and identify gaps
- Assess staffing needs for expanded outreach efforts
- Identify potential funding sources for program expansion
Fall 2025
Status: Implementation Phase 1
Application System Launch
- Complete and test modified CCC application
- Train staff on new application procedures
- Implement tracking system for Village selection data
Outreach Development
- Finalize partnerships with 5 middle schools and 10 high schools
- Develop culturally responsive outreach materials for each priority population
- Create schedule for school visits and information sessions
School Outreach Program
- Conduct initial visits to partner middle and high schools
- Host campus visits for priority school partners
- Implement early Village selection process for high school students
Basic Needs Enhancement
- Expand food pantry services
- Develop resource guide linking students to housing support
- Create transportation assistance program for high-need areas
Winter 2026
Winter 2026
Status: Implementation Phase 2
CTE Program Development
- Identify 3-5 low-overhead CTE programs aligned with job market needs
- Develop accelerated pathways for adult learners
- Create marketing materials highlighting CTE opportunities
Support Services Integration
- Implement integrated basic needs assessment in onboarding process
- Train Village staff on connecting students to support services
- Develop early alert system for struggling students
Village Welcome Program
- Launch comprehensive Village welcome program for all new students
- Implement peer mentorship program within each Village
- Create specialized orientation for priority population students
Spring 2026
Status: Evaluation and Refinement
Adult Learner Initiative
- Launch targeted marketing campaign for adult and non-traditional learners
- Implement evening and weekend Village orientation options
- Create specialized pathways for working adults
Data Collection and Analysis
- Begin comprehensive tracking of outreach effectiveness
- Analyze Village selection patterns by demographic groups
- Assess initial impact on enrollment from target populations
Mid-Project Assessment
- Evaluate effectiveness of outreach to priority populations
- Assess impact of Village model on student engagement
- Identify areas for improvement in basic needs support
Fall 2026
Status: Enhancement and Growth
Partnership Expansion
- Add 5 additional middle schools and 5 high schools to partnership network
- Deepen relationships with community organizations
- Expand employer partnerships for CTE programs
Support Service Enhancement
- Refine basic needs support based on usage data
- Enhance coordination between Villages and support services
- Develop additional targeted support for highest-need populations
Outreach Innovation
- Implement new outreach strategies based on mid-project assessment
- Develop advanced digital marketing for targeted geographical areas
- Create specialized outreach for underperforming priority populations
Winter 2027
Winter 2027
Status: Sustainability and Long-Term Planning
CTE Program Expansion
- Launch 2-3 new CTE programs based on labor market analysis
- Create industry partnership council for each CTE area
- Develop work-based learning opportunities for priority populations
Village Model Enhancement
- Refine Village assignment process based on student feedback
- Enhance Village-specific support resources
- Create inter-Village collaborative initiatives
Comprehensive Evaluation
- Analyze two-year trend data on outreach effectiveness
- Assess impact on enrollment, retention, and success for priority populations
- Evaluate cost-effectiveness and ROI of initiatives
Spring 2027
Status: Future Planning
Institutional Integration
- Develop sustainability plan for successful initiatives
- Create permanent staffing and budget requirements
- Integrate successful pilot programs into institutional structures
Future Planning
- Identify next phase priorities based on evaluation data
- Develop funding proposals for high-impact continuation activities
- Create long-term strategic plan for continued growth