Angel Castaner

Angel Castañer is a science teacher who works with students, ages 16 - 24 who come from a wide range of academic and socio-cultural and economic backgrounds. He has been working at The Next Step Public Charter School in Washington, DC for the last five years. In this capacity, Angel has supported academically diverse students to develop proficiency in mathematics, literacy skills and earth science. Angel is currently enrolled in a Master’s Program in Experimental Psychology at American University, which he is set to finish in 2021. Prior to this, Angel received an M.Ed. from The George Washington University’s Graduate School of Education and Human Development in 2013. He obtained a BA in Political Science from the same university in 2009. Presently, Angel lives in Washington, DC’s Brookland neighborhood with his wife and dog.

AAPF19 Session

Ensuring Success: Opportunity Youth and the Early College Framework
George Kuh and colleagues (2006) describe critical elements for successful
transition to, enrollment in, and completion of post-secondary education. The Early College model has great potential for ABE institutions, and the purpose of this session is to share promising practices, early “proof points,” as well as moments of re-calibration. The presenters highlight conceptual and curricular design, sustainability efforts, as well as student voice. From this session, consideration for policy and funding will also be shared.