ICE

Inclusive Concurrent Enrollment (ICE)

Would you like to take college courses while still enrolled in high school, develop greater independence and self-advocacy, and prepare for a new career? ICE is a program for students age 18-22 who have intellectual disabilities and would benefit from taking classes in a college environment. Students from high schools in Agawam, Monson, Northampton, South Hadley, Ware and Westfield work with the ICE liaison in their schools to determine if ICE is right for them.

About ICE

ICE offers a range of academic and person-centered services in coordination with other HCC offices. These include:

• classroom and testing accommodations, assistive technology, and academic advising provided by the Office for Students with Disabilities & Deaf Services
• tutoring and learning coaches provided by the CAPS Center for Academic & Program Support
• career exploration and job search workshops provided by the Career Center
• academic, career, and personal counseling provided by the Counseling Center.

Students are fully integrated into courses without prerequisites, as well as student clubs and activities. They have full access to the library and the fitness center.

Schedule and Location

The program hours are:
M - from 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
T - from 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
W - from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
R - from 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
F - from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

The ICE Program is temporarily located in Donahue Building, Room 150

Transportation and Parking

Transportation to the HCC campus is available via PVTA buses. Parking is available in the Frost Visitor Parking Lot.

To Apply

If you are interested in the ICE Program, please contact your high school liaison to discuss your eligibility. Once approved by your transition team, you will be encouraged to attend a Welcome Wednesdays information session and tour. Hosted by the Admissions Office, these are held each Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

After completing an Early Admit Admission Application, you'll have the opportunity to meet with staff from the ICE Program during a Person-Centered Planning session and intake meeting. Family members can also connect and receive support from the program's Parent Consultant.

Contact

ICE Partnership Program
Ty Hanson
(413) 552-2844
thanson@hcc.edu

ICE is funded by a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.