Jumpstart Academy
This is separate from the BCTC Healthcare Jumpstart Program for High School students interested in Healthcare. Visit the BCTC Healthcare Jumpstart Program page for more information about that program.
Don’t let winter slow you down, heat up your skills and jumpstart your future!
BCTC Winter Warm-Up Jumpstart is FREE and designed to help students boost their reading and writing skills before classes begin! Attendees will learn about BCTC resources, meet students and instructors, and gain tips for success in their IRW 085 course.
Why Attend the Winter Warm-Up Jumpstart?
- Strengthen your confidence in reading and writing
- Get a head start on college success
- Connect with peers and supportive instructors
- Make the most of your winter break
- Did we mention it's FREE?! Free to enroll, free lunch, free resources, free BCTC swag!
Who can attend the Winter Warm-Up Jumpstart?
- New or Continuing BCTC Students
- Enrolled in IRW 085 for the spring 2026 semester
Jumpstart Details
- Wednesday, January 7, 2026
- 10:00 am until 4:00 pm
- BCTC Newtown Campus
Interested in attending? Apply below by Monday, January 5, 2026. Seats are filling fast!
Apply for the Winter Warm-Up Jumpstart
Note: Seats are limited. Applying does NOT guarantee acceptance. Students will be contacted about acceptance no later than one week prior to the start of an academy.
If you have any questions, please email BCTC Success and Retention: BCTC-CollegeSuccess@kctcs.edu.
