A new college preparatory program for Hamilton County students is in the works, and it could be offered through the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga in fall 2023.
If approved by the Hamilton County Schools Board of Education on Thursday, the two-year program, called University High, will serve 50 juniors on UTC’s campus in its first year, with the goal of supporting 100-150 juniors and seniors long-term.
UTC and Hamilton County Schools declined to answer any questions about the program until it is reviewed by the board Thursday.
According to board agenda documents, the program would target students most in need of college access and was specifically designed as a partnership between the university and Hamilton County Schools. It is not yet known if students would receive college credit.
“Via the collaboration between Hamilton County Schools and UTC, University High puts equity into action by equipping students with a deep understanding of how to learn and think critically,” the document said. “Comprehensive literacy supports students’ learning about themselves, their studies and the world around them.”