Inspire Magazine Summer 2025

Clinton High School graduate Jacob Felts exemplifies the program’s effectiveness. Having begun taking college classes during his sophomore year, Felts will enter Jackson College this fall as a full-time student with the Michigan Transfer Agreement complete, requiring only one additional year to earn his associate degree. This accelerated pathway saves both time and money while maintaining educational quality. “Jackson College has been right by my side through the whole process,” Felts said. “They have great staff members who will help with whatever you need.” Felts plans to become an electrician and will need only eight electrical classes to complete his program, allowing him to enter the workforce and earn a living much faster than traditional four- year college students. FROM HIGH SCHOOL TO HIRED

JACKSON COLLEGE LENAWEE A LEGACY OF LEARNING

For three decades, Jackson College has been providing quality education to Lenawee County, establishing itself as a cornerstone of the community’s academic landscape. GROUNDBREAKING EDUCATION CAREERS PARTNERSHIP Educational opportunities continue to expand through exciting new collaborations. Jackson College, the Lenawee Intermediate School District, and Adrian College have joined forces to create an innovative teacher education pathway, the new Education Careers Middle College (EMC) program, launching this fall. Participating juniors and seniors will simultaneously take college courses and high school classes, with the potential to earn up to 60 college credits over three years. The program includes a transformative 13th year spent on a college campus, providing students with authentic higher education experience. The most compelling aspect of the EMC program is its comprehensive tuition coverage, removing financial barriers for aspiring educators.

DEEP COMMUNITY ROOTS Beyond delivering exceptional education, Jackson College Lenawee actively weaves itself into the fabric of the community it serves. The campus demonstrates its

commitment through active involvement in the Greater Lenawee Chamber of Commerce and participation in local activities.

Your local Jackson College Lenawee Team Tina May, Zak McNitt, and Kandice Karll Newsome

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