Expanding Access & Building Equitable Outcomes

Providing leadership and support for the Middle/Early College movement since 1994.

What We Do:

MCNC brings years of experience and best practices to Middle and Early College High Schools across the country.

Annual Conferences

MCNC Conferences provide opportunities for all members of the MCNC community to establish peer networks and share best practices.

Professional Development

Individualized programs are customized to meet your school's unique and specific needs.

Technical Assistance

Our Executive Team provides one-on-one coaching to address challenges unique to Middle/Early Colleges.

Why Join MCNC?

Expert Support

Members have access to resources and coaches for professional development and technical assistance

Resources

Members have access to cultivated resources, including MCNC Design Principle implementation

Peer Network

Members have regular opportunities to interact with colleagues from around the country

Discounted Conference Rates

Members receive a discounted fee at registration

From the Educators

"For someone who is very new to Early College, the conference was very informative. Great to be surrounded by like-minded individuals who are excited about this work.”
High School Administrator
"I enjoy the camaraderie of knowing that we are part of a national organization with lots of like-minded people.”
High School Administrator
"I appreciate the connections I make with people from across the consortium; the networking opportunities are incomparable.”
Instructional Coach

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Melissa Madigan

Melissa Madigan has almost 20 years of experience in California public schools as well as experience serving on two non-profit boards. She brings a wealth of knowledge and passion for dual enrollment as a promising and attainable educational pathway for all students.

Currently, she is the Executive Director of DualWorks (formerly CCEMC), and is focused on helping this organization attain its goals, including diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) programming and outcomes.

As a former teacher and principal of Ghidotti ECHS in Nevada County, Melissa not only led Ghidotti to state and national recognition as a National Blue Ribbon Exemplary High Performing School and was nominated as a TH Bell Excellence in School Leadership nominee but also created a climate of excellence, inclusivity, and community presence. Melissa says she has seen first-hand the enormous impact dual enrollment opportunities have on students, their families, and their community. It is a life-changing process.