Monroe Community College has earned high marks from the U.S. Department of Education for an initiative that helps East High School students better prepare for college.

MCC is among 24 organizations — and the only community college — in the nation to be recognized as a 2012-2013 Together for Tomorrow Challenge winner.

Together for Tomorrow Challenge promotes and recognizes partnerships among schools, families, community-based organizations and national service programs that support school improvement. Criteria for the honor include partnerships that strengthen a community culture of educational success and strive to turn schools into models of educational excellence. Continue reading →