Running Start
What is Running Start?
Running Start is a 6-week summer bridge program for local high school students completing the 12th grade. Running Start provides services to students who may be financially and/or academically underprepared and who may not assess into college-level Math and English. There are 35 spots available each summer and students must go through an interview process to be selected.
What is the goal of the program?
The goal of the program is to assist students in making a smooth transition to college life. The Running Start Program will provide students the academic and tutorial support, and the financial assistance necessary to be a successful college student. In return, students provide the motivation and a strong work ethic.
Student responsibility:
- Enroll in Assigned Summer Courses: PD 100 and Second Required Course (TBD)
- Add Codes will be provided by Running Start Advisor
- Attend School/Class Monday – Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and Fridays are
field trips
- Earn Passing Grade in Classes
- Attending Class and Field Trips is mandatory to earn your weekly pay stubs
Running Start will provide the following:
- Tutoring and Peer Advising
- Free Meals in school and on field trips
- School Supplies
- Field trip/activities on Fridays (Ex. Dodger Game and Universal Studios)
- Students receive $400 per week upon meeting the mandatory student responsibilities
Steps to Enrollment:
Step 1
Students must complete the Running Start Interest Form to begin the evaluation process
Step 2
Apply for SBCC as a Dual Enrollment Student (Note: If the student has previously applied to SBCC to take a Course as a Dual Enrollment Student while being in High School they should already have a CCCApply account created) Click here for instructions on applying for Dual Enrollment
Step 3
Students must have completed Steps 1, 2 and obtained a K number before completing the CCPG application in order to meet the eligibility requirement for the program. Complete your application using your Pipeline email and K number. Once completed, forward the email determining your CCPG eligibility to jmtorres5@pipeline.sbcc.edu
Interested? Questions?
Please contact Jesus to learn about the application process:
Jesus Torres- Student Program Advisor
jmtorres5@pipeline.sbcc.edu
805-730-4225
 |
 |