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Dual Enrollment Resources for Students and Families

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Explaining dual enrollment to students and families can be challenging. Because of this, we’re sharing a new set of resources to help. We’re excited to announce a new set of resources geared toward students, families, and district leaders. The resources below guide students, families, and advocates in understanding, accessing and expanding dual enrollment opportunities in their communities.

What is Dual Enrollment? A Brief Guide for Students and Families


A one-page brochure meant to support students and families in understanding the basics around dual enrollments, including benefits, how to enroll, and the types of programs available

Available in English and Spanish



Expanding Access to Dual Enrollment: Recommendations for K-12 District and Community College District Leaders


A brochure for K-12 and community college district leaders with recommendations for expanding dual enrollment access in their schools and communities

Available in English



Joint Board Resolution: Dual Enrollment Equitable Expansion


A sample joint board resolution template for K-12 & CCD boards to commit to dual enrollment, which advocates, students, and families can share with education leaders.

Available in English


Dual Enrollment Resources Curated by the Career Ladders Project


A page with a variety of links and resources to learn more about dual enrollment

Available in English



More resources coming soon! Stay tuned.

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Karla Fernandez

Communications Manager

Karla Fernandez (she/her/hers) joins Ed Trust–West as a Communications Manager with over 11 years of experience advancing social impact initiatives.

Karla started her career as a teacher at Chicago Public Schools and UIC College Prep. After teaching, Karla joined United Friends of the Children to support LA County’s youth in foster care as a college counselor. Through Leadership for Educational Equity, Karla also served as a Policy Advisor Fellow for the office of a Los Angeles Unified School Board Member. She solidified her interests in policy analysis and quantitative research during her time with the Price Center for Social Innovation, the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles, and the USC Presidential Working Group on Sustainability. Before joining The Education Trust–West, Karla was the Associate Director for the Southeast Los Angeles (SELA) Collaborative, a network of nonprofits advocating for communities in SELA.

Karla holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Anthropology from the University of Chicago, a Master of Public Policy from the USC Price School of Public Policy, and a Graduate Certificate in Policy Advocacy from the USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism. Karla is based out of southern California and is passionate about using data analysis, communications, and digital strategies for policy advocacy and social justice efforts.