Governance, Accreditation &
Continuous Improvement
Overview
Achieving the Dream
Achieving the Dream is a nation-wide initiative aimed at helping community college students succeed in completing coursework and earning certificates and/or degrees. It is an initiative that uses student achievement data to effect broad institutional change.
Strategic Plan
Preparations for the college’s third Strategic Plan began in mid-2006 with the decision to utilize Appreciative Inquiry (AI) as the planning process.
See also:
Strategic Plan Brochure PDF 
and
Strategic Plan OutcomeFY 2007 PDF
Appreciative Inquiry
Appreciative Inquiry (AI) is a strengths-based philosophy, founded on the belief that institutions flourish when focused on best practices, achievements, and "moments of excellence."
See video: Appreciative Inquiry at NECC 
(View via Windows Media Player.)
Process Management at NECC is about continuous improvement and our commitment to student success.
The College Advisory Council
The College Advisory Council advises on executive and operating policies.
The New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)
NEASC provides information on the college's accreditation.
View NEASC's 5th Year Reports.
