CCC Foundation

The CCC Foundation is created as an interracial, non-partisan corporation to examine and implement strategies to enhance and advance the institution’s services within the communities.

The major functions of the CCC Foundation is fundraising, public and donor relations; administrative and accounting and investments.

Director—Mrs. Josephine Rhymes, (662) 627-3011

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Educational Talent Search

This program is designed to (1) identify qualified youths with potential for education at the postsecondary level, and encourage such youths to complete secondary school and to undertake a program of postsecondary education; (2) publicize the availability of student financial assistance available to persons who pursue a program of postsecondary education; and (3) encourage persons who have not completed programs of education at the secondary or post secondary level, but who have the ability to complete such programs to reenter such programs.

The Educational Talent Search program objectives are to:

a)      Identify, enroll, and serve 600 participants in grades seven through twelve at target schools, with two/thirds (2/3) of the participants served being low-income and potential first generation college students;
b)      Provide tutoring, study skills classes and or workshops to 300 at-risk students in the target middle schools;
c)      Ensure that ninety percent of the participants in grades seven through eleven will complete the current school year and advance to the next grade level;
d)      Ensure that eighty percent of the twelfth grade participants enrolled in the Educational Talent Search Program will complete high school graduation requirements;
e)      Ensure that seventy percent of the twelfth grade participants and re-entry participants will enroll in postsecondary education;
f)       Provide written information, individual advisement, and group presentations on student financial assistance to at least seventy-five percent of the potential high school graduates enrolled at five high schools; and
g)      Ensure that seventy-five percent of twelfth grade and reentry participants file a financial aid application and complete an application for postsecondary admission.

Director—Ms. Jacquelyn Smith, (662) 621-4132

Funding source:  U.S. Department of Education

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GEAR UP Partnership

The purpose of the Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) is to support early college preparation and awareness activities for low-income students.

The primary goals the GEAR UP Partnership are:

a)      to increase the academic performance and preparation for postsecondary education of participating students
b)      to increase the rate of high school graduation and participation in postsecondary education of

participating students
c)      to increase educational expectations for participating students and student and family knowledge of postsecondary education options, preparation, and financing

Director—Ms. Florence Lucas, (662) 621-4077

Website: www.coahomacc.edu/gearup

Funding source:  U.S. Dept. of Education

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Adolescent Offender Program

The purpose of the Adolescent Offender Program is to enable juvenile courts and juvenile probation offices to be more efficient in holding juvenile offenders accountable and reducing recidivism.  The program’s mission is to provide life enrichment skills that will inspire our at-risk youth and their families to become independent and assume control of their own destiny.  This is a diversionary, community-based program for juvenile offenders, ten (10) to seventeen (17) years of age. 

The program goals are to:
 
a)      Reduce criminal activity
b)      Encourage the youth to attend school
c)      Reduce alcohol and drug abuse
d)      Reduce out-of-wedlock pregnancies
e)      Promote reunification of families
f)       Develop communication and socialization skills
g)      Recognize and implement alternative methods of dealing with anger
h)      Inspire youth to be positive and effective individuals

Director—Mrs. Loretta Palmer, (662) 621-4139

Funding source:  Mississippi Department of Human Services
                            Coahoma Community College

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Math and Science Enrichment Program (MSEP)

The Math and Science Enrichment Program is an intense program which offers hands on learning experiences in math, science and technology augmented with field trips activities and educational enrichment workshops for local sixth grade students.

The goal of MSEP is to allow middle school students to develop their math, science and computer skills by:

a)      establishing an early intervention program that will develop and nurture student’s math, science and computer skills
b)      designing an instructional component that will enhance student’s skills and abilities
c)      providing an opportunity for students to receive a jump start on college and future careers
d)      promoting partnerships with local schools, as well as, with businesses to enhance student’s participation in community leadership activities
e)      increasing the number of students majoring in math and science disciplines at Coahoma Community College
f)       encouraging parent involvement in their child’s academic development

The objectives of MSEP are:

a)      to educate and stimulate the interest of students in math, science and technology
b)         to increase the student’s critical thinking and problem solving skills
c)      to determine student’s areas of strengths and weaknesses through assessments
d)      to provide hands-on learning experiences through laboratory demonstrations
e)      to inspire students to major in math, science and technology fields
f)       to help students develop the confidence and self-assurance needed to succeed in a rigorous curriculum
g)      to create a community of scholars in which academic excellence is encouraged and expected, and where students will receive support from other students

Coordinator—Ms. Angela Reynolds, (662) 621-4284

Funding source:  NASA Jet Propulsion Lab

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Public Relations

The purpose of the Public Relations Department is to implement an institutional marketing strategy that presents a positive image for Coahoma Community College on campus, in the community, district, and state of Mississippi that ultimately will develop increased enrollment and more funding opportunities.

The major objectives of the Public Relations Department are to:

a)      Enhance the image of the institution by publishing positive aspects of students, programs, activities and personnel;
b)      Represent the institution as a liaison working with communities and agencies to enhance college personnel presence in the community and with community partnership programs;
c)         Support economic growth and development in the community by working with agencies, businesses, and government entities as a liaison for publicity, planning special projects, courses and training; and

d)      Conduct surveys, comparative studies, focus groups to determine attitudes of students, community and personnel and to determine future needs that should be developed.

Director­—Mrs. Panny Mayfield, (662) 621-4157

Funding source:  U.S. Department of Education, Title III Strengthening Historically Black College and Universities

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Tri-County Workforce Alliance (TCWA)

TCWA is a non-profit organization covering Bolivar, Coahoma, and Quitman counties.  TWCA’s goal is to build the economy of these counties by helping to develop a competitive workforce, reduce unemployment, and promote systemic change within the educational system.  The program objectives are to:  l) enhance and maintain the highest levels of diverse skills among  the area’s current workforce, 2) provide unemployed and underemployed adults with the necessary job and entrepreneurial skills, and 3) create a smoother transition for high school students seeking to enter the job market upon graduation.

Coahoma Community College is one of the key stakeholders in Tri-County’s efforts.  TWCA works closely with the Vo-Tech Department and the Industrial Training Center (along with all of the programs of the college) in its collaborative efforts.

Director—Mrs. Josephine Rhymes, (662) 627-3011

Funding source:  Foundation for the Mid-South
                            Coahoma Community College

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