Events & Activities
Upcoming Professional Development
PCPR Network Meeting
College Access & Success Supports for First-Generation Students
May 15, 2025 from 9:00am to 11:00am via Zoom
Join us for the May PCPR Network Meeting as we focus on supporting first-generation college students — those who are first in their families to attend college. These students often navigate higher education without the benefit of family experience, making targeted guidance and resources essential. During this session, we’ll explore practical strategies for helping first-gen students access, persist, and succeed in postsecondary education. Attendees will hear from practitioners in the field, share promising practices, and discuss tools that can strengthen support systems across K–12, higher education, and community-based programs. As always, we’ll also provide space for community announcements and peer resource sharing.
As usual, there will also be time for general updates and for attendees to share resources, activities and events happening at their organizations.
Philadelphia College Prep Roundtable Monthly Network Meeting
College Access & Success Supports for Justice-Impacted Youth
April 17, 2025 from 9:00am to 11:00am via Zoom
Justice-impacted individuals encompass those who have had direct contact with the criminal justice system, including incarceration, probation, parole, or those who have been affected by the system through family or community involvement. What college access supports are available for justice-impacted young people who may want to attend college? How can college access professionals best support these youth in this endeavor? Join us to learn more and bring your stories and questions to share.
As usual, there will also be time for general updates and for attendees to share resources, activities and events happening at their organizations.
SAVE THE DATES
- June 17, 2025 from 9:00am to 3:00pm (in-person)
PCPR June Symposium at Arcadia University. Bracing for Change: The Road to Student Success in Uncertain Times
🎓 College Possible Honors Thomas Butler
“Thom” Butler, Executive Director of the Philadelphia College Prep Roundtable, is being honored by College Possible on April 24, 2025, as a “Champion for Success” for his incredible work helping students in Philadelphia “Make College Possible.”
🙌 April is National Volunteer Month
Support the SHINE Program During National Volunteer Month – April 2025
April is a time to recognize the power of giving back. At the Philadelphia College Prep Roundtable, we invite you to support the SHINE Program by volunteering or making a contribution. ✨
SHINE equips professionals with the tools and training needed to help students of color navigate college access, financial aid, and scholarship opportunities. With your support, we can expand our reach and impact.
💥 How You Can Get Involved:
- 📌 Volunteer – Assist with professional development events and outreach.
✉️ Send a message of interest to contact@collegepreproundtable.org - 💡 Donate – Your gift supports programming, resources, and training.
👉 SHINE Program – Learn More and Give - Whether it’s your time, expertise, or generosity—your support matters.
- 📧 Questions? Email us at contact@collegepreproundtable.org
- Let’s make an impact this April—together.
#PCPRshines #VolunteerMonth #CollegeAccess
🎙️ Tuesdays With Thom – Learn About PCPR – A PCPR Monthly Info Session Series
Join us for Tuesdays with Thom — a 30-minute, podcast-style info session from the Philadelphia College Prep Roundtable (PCPR). It’s your monthly touchpoint to stay informed, connected, and inspired.
🗣️ Hosted by: Thom Butler, Executive Director
📅 Starts: Every Second Tuesday
🕧 Time: 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM ET
📍 When: Every 2nd Tuesday of the Month
Perfect for college access professionals, educators, advocates, and community leaders.
📌 Sign Up for the Next Session – May 13, 2025 (Zoom)
#TuesdaysWithThom #PCPRConnects
