Proverbs says, “Without Vision the People Perish”. This four week spring program is one of the many ways that CCPA casts vision. Imaginary University is a program designed to inspire and prepare students for higher education and beyond. This spring program is set up as a simulated University setting. Students are given options to choose a “major” or area of study in which they will each earn a mock degree. All core subjects are integrated into the theme of this major and career studies related to this choice. At the conclusion of the program, in a graduation ceremony, the accomplishments of the students in this program are honored. Student progress is demonstrated to families and visions are cast for higher education and career choices throughout the ceremony.
Imaginary University Purpose
In the city of Cincinnati, there is an 81% high school dropout rate. Of those who go to college, very few earn a bachelor’s degree or have options in life to pursue specific careers. Few have the ability to earn a sustainable income for a high quality of life and to participate in the opportunities quality education can generate. There is a severe need to start educating children immediately to not only go to high school to earn a diploma with good grades but also to pursue higher education to earn at least a bachelor’s degree.
Imaginary University also gives students exposure to various career choices within a variety of educational opportunities. Students are given options so that they may discover particular areas of interest, talents, and abilities. This experience should not only cause a child to learn early about the pursuit of personal career desires but also give them an overview of the steps needed in order to successfully land that career. Furthermore, from this program, students should be cognizant of the availability of positive options when higher education is obtained.