Lakeshore College launches “Lenny’s Leap” to help high school students get a head start on college and careers

Lakeshore College is proud to announce the launch of “Lenny’s Leap,” a new dual enrollment initiative designed to help high school students earn college credit while still completing their high school education. The program creates flexible, student-centered pathways that prepare learners for college, careers, and future success.

Lenny’s Leap gives students the opportunity to take college-level courses that may also satisfy high school graduation requirements. Many credits earned through the program transfer to other colleges and universities, including Lakeshore College, helping students save both time and money as they pursue post-secondary education.

“Planning for life after high school starts sooner than many students realize,” said Lakeshore College President Paul Carlsen. “Lenny’s Leap is designed to make higher education more accessible, affordable, and achievable for students and families.”

The program offers multiple pathways tailored to students’ goals and learning preferences, including:

• Transcripted Credit — College courses taught at local high schools by qualified instructors, resulting in an official college transcript upon successful completion.
• Advanced Standing — Courses aligned with Wisconsin Technical College System curriculum standards that apply toward credentials across the system.
• Start College Now — Opportunities for students to take courses directly through Lakeshore College with approval and financial support from their high school.
• Independent High School Enrollment — Options for students to independently enroll in college courses without a high school diploma.

Students participating in Lenny’s Leap can explore more than 60 degree pathways in areas including healthcare, advanced manufacturing, digital technology, business, education, agriculture, hospitality, and public safety.

In addition to earning credits early, participants benefit from personalized guidance and access to the same academic resources and support services available to Lakeshore College students. The program also helps students begin pathways toward bachelor’s degrees while reducing the overall cost of higher education.

Lakeshore College encourages students, parents, school counselors, and educators to learn more about the opportunities available through Lenny’s Leap and connect with the college’s Dual Credit Team for additional information.

To learn more about Lenny’s Leap, visit lakeshore.edu/lennys-leap .

Lakeshore College hosted a Lenny’s Leap Launch Event on May 13 for area superintendents, principals, educators and school counselors, along with Lakeshore College employees. Lenny’s Leap is Lakeshore College’s new dual enrollment initiative designed to help high school students earn college credit while still completing their high school education. Photos courtesy of Lakeshore College.