What transportation options are available for GCEC students traveling to GCSU?
- Baldwin County School District (BCSD): Students take regular buses to Oak Hill Middle School (grades 6–8) or Baldwin High School (grades 9–12), then shuttle to GCSU. After school, students shuttle back to their home campuses to catch their regular buses home.
- Putnam County Charter School System (PCCSS): Students take regular buses to Putnam Middle School (grades 6–12), then take a bus directly to GCSU. After school, students shuttle to Putnam County High School (grades 6-12) to take their regular buses home (PCMS student-athletes are transported directly to PCMS).
- Car-Riders: Families may also transport students directly to and from GCEC by personal vehicle.
Where will Early College students have meals?
- BCSD: Breakfast is available at Oak Hill (grades 6-8) or Baldwin High School (grades 9-12) before being transported to GCSU.
- PCCSS: Breakfast is available at Putnam County Middle School (grades 6-12) before students are transported to GCSU.
- On Campus (at GCEC): Hot breakfast and lunch are delivered and served daily at GCSU by BCSD for all GCEC students.
Can early college students play sports?
- Yes, GCEC students can participate in sports through their home school district's middle or high school.
Can early college students participate in fine arts?
- Yes, GCEC students can participate in fine arts courses—such as Band, Chorus, Theatre, and Art—at their home school, depending on their academic schedules.
Does GCEC offer rigorous coursework?
- Accelerated Middle School Curriculum: Students take four high school credit courses during 8th grade.
- Advanced Placement (AP): Students are introduced to AP coursework early and graduate having completed at least five AP courses.
Is tutoring available for GCEC students?
- Availability: Monday–Friday
- Schedule: Set rotation based on teacher availability
- Cost: Free for all students
Can my child still attend Early College if we move out of Baldwin or Putnam County?
- To remain eligible for GCEC, students must be enrolled in either the Baldwin County School District or the Putnam County Charter School System.
More questions? Please email the program director, Dr. Runee B. Sallad, at runee.sallad@gcsu.edu.