GCU's K12 Educational Development Support Programs
Development Opportunities for Students and Professionals
Support programs serve to improve and provide educational opportunities for the K12 community, including students, educational professionals and educational support staff across broad learning communities.
Explore the support programs we offer to help students and educational professionals prepare for future success, such as high school dual enrollment and our Educational Outreach and Support programs, which includes Canyon Professional Development and other support programs.
Canyon Professional Development
Canyon Professional Development at GCU offers tailored professional growth opportunities for K-12 educators, administrators and support personnel. Our focus areas include educational leadership, instructional strategies and building effective relationships. We support school success and educator growth through online continuing education sessions and customized onsite professional development programs for organizations. We strive to empower, educate and inspire our community to take action and fulfill its purpose to serve others.
Visit the Canyon Professional Development website to see an extensive topic list with descriptions.
Canyon Professional Development Directory
We know the value of effective professional development conveniently taught at your school. Canyon PD offers customized sessions for staff, administrators and counselors on today's latest educational topics, taught by educational experts, delivered at your school or virtually to meet your timely needs.
For more information and to request a session, visit the Canyon Professional Development website.
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Teachers
School Counselors
K12 Student Engagement
Our student engagement programs are designed to inspire K12 students and parents to be forward thinking and prepared for a college education.
This programming includes:
Thunder Vision
Thunder Vision gives middle school students the chance to visit GCU and experience a campus tour, college readiness presentation, and lunch with our mascot, Thunder. While on campus, they can talk to current college students about GCU, college in general and the best steps to take now to prepare for life after high school.
GCU Days
Experience campus life firsthand by attending a GCU Day, where you can explore the university, connect with faculty and learn more about your program of interest. These guided visit experiences are designed to give you a closer look at what it’s like to be part of the GCU community.
K12 Summer Camps
Explore GCU summer camps, ranging from overnight camps to day camps for STEM or sports.
Additional Learning and Development Options
Eligible high school students enrolled in participating educational alliance programs can get a head start on earning college credits at GCU. Learn about campus and online dual enrollment opportunities for excelling high school students.
Volunteer Opportunities at GCU
Service is at the cornerstone of GCU’s values. Leading a wide variety of volunteer programs, GCU offers students, faculty and staff numerous occasions to be of service to the local and global community. Each year, we host a variety of events, including service opportunities through our partnership with Habitat for Humanity, the annual Run to Fight Children’s Cancer and our Canyon Cares Christmas initiative. Through our outreach efforts, we carry out our mission of helping students to become global contributors and servant leaders who make an impact on their community. Learn how you can get involved.