AEP Foundation gives $800,000 for 5-year Ivy Tech-Marion schools project

Marion campus president Alex Husky says that Ivy Tech is honored the recipient of the AEP Foundation grant.

“The real recipients though, and benefactors of this partnership, will be our community and the students,” he said. “They now have a wonderful opportunity to learn and grow through education and development that focuses on their success.”

Credits Count encourages students to consider STEM careers by offering STEM experience in middle and high school. Students are allowed to earn up to 12 college credits through dual enrollment classes at Ivy Tech. Credits earned can be applied earn a certificate in a STEM related field or toward a college degree.

College Course Readiness Assessments are also given to students to help identify areas where students need improvement. A “Summer Bridge Program” can provide remediation in English, math, and science to help students improve those skills before they enroll in dual enrollment classes.

The program is expected to touch the education of about 2,250 students in Marion to assess college readiness.