GRCC offering free college prep program at Lakeshore Campus this summer

Mitchell Boatman, The Holland Sentinel
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HOLLAND TWP. — Graduating seniors in the Holland area can take advantage of a free college preparation program at the Grand Rapids Community College Lakeshore Campus this summer.

The free Bridges to College: Raider Ready Program will help recent graduates build “foundational math and reading skills."

The free Bridges to College: Raider Ready Program will help recent graduates build “foundational math and reading skills."
The free Bridges to College: Raider Ready Program will help recent graduates build “foundational math and reading skills."

Bridges to College will be offered June 5-Aug. 11 at the GRCC Lakeshore Campus, 12335 James St. in Holland Township. Sessions run 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays.

The program is open to 2022 or 2023 high school graduates from Ottawa County or Kent County who plan on attending any college, not just GRCC, in the fall.

“We want students to start college successfully, then continue building on that foundation all the way to a degree,” said David Selmon, GRCC’s Dean of Strategic Outreach. “We’ll focus on academics, but also help students transition to college and also explore careers. This is a great example of GRCC serving students, but also our greater community.”

The program focuses on reading, writing and math skills. Students also work with college navigators to prepare for a higher education experience, meeting advisers, learning about financial aid and gaining career readiness skills.

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Participating students will receive a $500 stipend, dependent on participation and attendance, and will receive a free laptop to use for as long as they are enrolled at GRCC. They will also receive Wi-Fi hotspots for use during the summer program.

Breakfast is provided each morning and lunch is provided for field trips. Bus passes are available for transportation to and from campus.

For more information or to sign up, visit grcc.edu/bridgestocollege or contact GRCC at bridgestocollege@grcc.edu or 616-234-3388.

— Contact reporter Mitchell Boatman at mboatman@hollandsentinel.com. Follow him on Twitter @SentinelMitch.

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