Episode

How Dual Enrollment Opens Doors for HCS Students

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HCS Talks - featuring Superintendent, Dr. Raymond Haynes
Published
Mar 12, 2026
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Summary

In this episode of HCS Talks , Superintendent Dr. Raymond Haynes is joined by Shameka Pollard, chief of secondary school leadership, and Dr. Sean Callender, director of secondary school leadership, to discuss how Hampton City Schools is expanding access to dual enrollment and career certification opportunities. They explain how partnerships with Virginia Peninsula Community College allow students to earn college credit, industry certifications, and even associate degrees at no cost to families. The conversation highlights how these programs prepare students academically, financially, and career-wise by helping them graduate college, career, and life-ready.