Indiana Early College Summit 2026: Full Schedule

9:40am EDT

Indiana College Core 101 & the New Credential of Value Option

Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:40am - 10:30am EDT

This breakout session provides an overview of and guidance on:
• Indiana's transfer system components (including AP exam equivalencies and the Core Transfer Library)
• The fundamental aspects of the Indiana College Core and benefits of earning dual credit and the ICC
• Intentional course selection for high school students
• Teacher credentialing considerations
• The Academic Performance Grant and My College Core
The session will also introduce a new credential of value option—a CTE pathway/ICC combination that 4-year postsecondary institutions will be able to offer.

Moderators

Mike Raters

Special Projects Coordinator, UIndy / CELL

Speakers

Doug Harter

Director of Academic Affairs and Transfer, Indiana Commission for Higher Education

I have 28 years of experience in K-12 education, having served as a high school social studies teacher and boys basketball coach, a middle school assistant principal, a high school assistant principal, a high school principal, and a district administrator. In my current role at the... Read More →

Room Host

Jim Snapp

CELL Fellow

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Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:40am - 10:30am EDT
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Breakout Session

Core Principle Higher Ed/CHE/DOE
Audience All

10:40am EDT

Legislative Summary 2026

Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:40am - 11:30am EDT

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Feedback Survey

It has been a busy policy season for the Indiana Association of School Principals (IASP). Join Dr. Todd Bess and Cindy Long as they provide updates and insights from the 2026 Indiana legislative session. Gain implementation guidelines on recently passed laws and learn how to best advocate for your school and community. The session will also address the new State Board of Education accountability rule, including what to expect from 2026 grades.

Speakers

Todd Bess

Executive Director, Indiana Association of School Principals

Dr. Todd Bess is the Executive Director for the Indiana Association of School Principals and has served in both building and central office administrator roles. Dr. Bess began his teaching career as a math teacher, then earning his Master’s Degree from Purdue University. He then... Read More →

Cindy Long

Assistant Executive Director, Indiana Association of School Principals

Cindy Long serves as the Assistant Executive Director for the Indiana Association of School Principals, where she leads advocacy efforts and supports school leaders across the state. Cindy began her career as a Language Arts teacher before moving into school leadership. She earned... Read More →

Room Host

Jim Snapp

CELL Fellow

Legislative Summary for CELL pdf

Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:40am - 11:30am EDT
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Breakout Session

Core Principle Higher Ed/CHE/DOE
Audience Administrators

2:10pm EDT

ICC Onboarding, Advising, Oh My!

Wednesday June 3, 2026 2:10pm - 3:00pm EDT

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Feedback Survey

The Indiana College Core (ICC) is a block of 30 college credit hours that high school students can earn to jumpstart their progress toward a postsecondary degree. The ICC provides rigorous instruction, supports a college-going culture, and strengthens partnerships between secondary and postsecondary institutions. In support of Indiana's "ICC for All" initiative, this session will explore the numerous benefits of the program, as well as potential challenges and strategies for implementing a sustainable "ICC for All" model within secondary education.

Speakers

Dr. Sandra Siddons

Site Director, Vincennes University Early College

With a passion for education, Dr. Siddons has dedicated her entire career to helping students succeed. What began as a job in higher education research and as a professor in Missouri, has now evolved into a career focused on data-driven educational leadership. Today, she serves as... Read More →

Dr. Kevin Mowrer

Assistant Dean, Vincennes University

After spending 20 years as a K-12 building administrator and teacher, I began leading Vincennes University Early Colleges in Indianapolis and have been doing that for the last five years. I also serve as the director of the Summer Xmester/Techmester Programs on VU's Main Campus... Read More →

Room Host

Kyleigh Gerlach

Director of Operations, CELL

Wednesday June 3, 2026 2:10pm - 3:00pm EDT
Band

Breakout Session

Core Principle Higher Ed/CHE/DOE
Audience Administrators, Counselors

3:10pm EDT

How Long? How Do They Count? Why Do They Matter? College Admissions & the Dual Credit Discussion

Wednesday June 3, 2026 3:10pm - 4:00pm EDT

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This session explores ways to address dual credit with students and families, integrating those conversations into the admissions process and discussions with prospective students. The presenter will share their role as a subject matter expert on dual credit for freshman counselors and provide insights on the transferability of the Indiana College Core (ICC).

Speakers

Ben Houston

Director of Transfer Admissions and Online Enrollment, University of Indianapolis

Room Host

Emily Hoppel

Literacy Training Specialist, CELL

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Wednesday June 3, 2026 3:10pm - 4:00pm EDT
Band

Breakout Session

Core Principle Higher Ed/CHE/DOE
Audience Counselors

9:40am EDT

10:40am EDT

2:10pm EDT

3:10pm EDT

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