Lakeview Centennial High School

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Dallas College Educational Partnerships
Partner Meeting Minutes
Date: September 25, 2025
Time: 1:00-1:30pm
Agenda Items

Item 1: Welcome & Introductions
Presenter: Dr. Tiffany Kirksey
Time Allotted: 5 minutes

Item 2: RapidID/Workday
Presenter: Dr. Tiffany Kirksey
Time Allotted: 5 minutes

• Appreciation extended to all for their dedication and hard work during the onboarding of students to Workday and the implementation of RapidID
• Workday Transition
  • Students are now actively using Workday to attend classes and manage their academic information
  • Students may experience some differences in navigation compared to the previous system (e.g., updating contact info, checking course completion)
  • Support resources are available, including:
    • Instructional videos - https://www.dallascollege.edu/students/workday/
    • In-person assistance from Success Coaches
• RapidID Rollout
  • RapidID was implemented in response to a state-driven cell phone use policy change
  • A small group of students, particularly those taught by credentialed high school instructors, may not have set up their accounts yet
  • Review any student lists provided to identify those who have not claimed their RapidID accounts
  • Teams are encouraged to reach out with any questions or for help supporting students through the setup process
    • For more information, please visit: dallascollege.edu/pictograph
    • If students need assistance, they can submit support requests via the Need Help form linked on the login page

Item 3: Student Resources
Presenter: Dr. Tiffany Kirksey
Time Allotted: 5 minutes

• Resource Awareness & Accessibility
  • Fall is a great time to revisit and promote available student resources
  • Student Resources & Support
  • Student Resource Directory
• Academic Support Services
  • Free tutoring is available to all students, including evenings and weekends
• Success Coaches
  • Coaches are available at many high schools to support students with questions about Dallas College and academic challenges
  • Contact your Educational Partnerships liaison to identify your school’s coach
• Basic Needs Support
  • Additional services include:
    • Clothing closets
    • DART passes
    • Food pantries
• Library Services
  • Librarians are available for virtual or in-person sessions at high schools

Item 4: Partner Semester Support
Presenter: Dr. Tiffany Kirksey
Time Allotted: 5 minutes

• On-Campus Support
  • Senior Managers and Senior Program Managers are actively visiting high schools to provide direct support
  • These visits are meant to assist both staff and students with any needs or questions related to dual credit programming
  • Schools are encouraged to share feedback or request regular visits through their Educational Partnerships liaison
• Monthly Campus Meetings
  • Regular meetings will be held at campuses to provide real-time updates and resources
  • Topics include enrollment processes, course building, and new student resources
• Semesterly Partner Meeting
  • A formal meeting will be held once per semester to discuss broader updates and initiatives
• Invitation for Feedback & Ideas
  • Partners are encouraged to reach out with questions, needs, or new ideas to enhance student academic experiences
  • The team is open to exploring new possibilities that support student success

Item 5: Assurance Page Timelines
Presenter: Dr. Kimberly Flanders
Time Allotted: 5 minutes

• Communications Sent Regarding Assurance Pages
  • Partners received two recent emails about assurance pages due to changes in the TEA process
  • Updated communications were sent to reflect the new requirements
• Timing & Deadlines
  • Assurance pages will only be available after the application is submitted
  • Partners are asked to submit assurance pages by October 30 to allow processing before the November 21 deadline
• Support for New Applicants
  • New applicants planning to apply for a planning grant for ECHS or P-TECH should contact their Dean immediately

Item 6: Deadline and Due Dates Calendar Review
Presenter: Dr. Kimberly Flanders
Time Allotted: 5 minutes

• Deadlines & Due Dates Calendar
  • Calendar was sent last week; contact EP liaison, Manager, or Senior Program Manager if not received
• Spring Registration Timeline
  • Opens October 20
  • Final changes to control sections due Friday (prior to Oct 20)
• Key Dates for Rosters
  • Schedule goes live: October 6
  • Blended rosters due: October 13
  • Controlled rosters due: October 31
  • Control sections returned: October 20
• New Requirements Due to Workday Transition
  • New student applications are due: November 14
  • TSIA eligibility scores for students over fifteen credit hours due: December 5

Educational Partnerships Leadership Team
The Educational Partnerships Leadership Team contact information is listed below. In addition, we have a dedicated team of Managers and Senior Managers who serve as liaisons for our high schools.

Upcoming Dates
Fall 2025 16 Week Calendar
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September 1 (Monday) Labor Day Holiday – College Closed
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