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 parents 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 STEM support programs.
Canyon Professional Development
Today's classrooms require skill, creativity and a healthy dose of inspiration. That is why educators are turning to GCU's Canyon Professional Development (Canyon PD) for future-focused programs that are geared toward diverse and demanding 21st century schools. Canyon PD generates excitement and excellence through a broad offering of learning opportunities, STEM-focused initiatives and live events for administrators and teachers.
Some of Canyon PD popular topics are listed below. Visit gcu.edu/CanyonPD to see an extensive topic list with descriptions and Canyon PD expert bios.
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 families on today's latest educational topics, taught by educational experts, delivered at your school to meet your timely needs.
For more information and to request a session, visit gcu.edu/CanyonPD
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K12 Student and Parent Engagement
Our student and parent engagement programs were designed to inspire K12 students and parents to be forward thinking, prepared for a college education and inspired for career excellence.
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.
Lope Scope
K-6 students have the opportunity to experience an exciting trip to GCU, take a campus tour and participate in a scavenger hunt on campus. They also will learn some GCU trivia while visiting, and have lunch with Thunder the mascot.
Canyon on Your Campus
Benefit from the same curriculum offered at Thunder Vision with the convenience of hosting it at your site. K-8 schools can arrange for a GCU representative to come to their school and present the information session “You are College Bound ... Are you College Ready?”
Parent View
Parent View is a program that will teach parents what steps they need to take to further their student toward higher education. It is adaptable to the needs of the school with both dates and content.
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.
More Resources and Support
In conjunction with the College of Education, K12 Educational Development is partnering with community schools to offer services including tutoring and mentorship led by GCU students, COE/school faculty guidance and visits, opportunities for educator, student and parent development and engagement, and support for creating a positive, inspiring campus culture.
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. Through our outreach efforts, we carry out our mission of helping students to become global citizens and servant leaders who make an impact on their community. Learn how you can get involved.