Harvard Community Education Foundation

The duo program is an early college program that was created through a collaborative partnership between mchenry county college (mcc) and harvard community unit school district 50. The program provides academically- motivated students enrolled in district 50 an opportunity to earn a high school diploma and associate of arts degree simultaneously. During student's final two years of high school, students will take a combination of dual credit courses offered through district 50 at harvard high school, and mcc courses offered at the mchenry county college campus.

To award grants, in varying amounts, to encourage academic excellence in the harvard community school district by providing funding not available through traditional local, state or federal sources. Provide opportunities for teachers and staff to develop innovative projects through grants that support curriculum-based programs and go above and beyond normal educational requirements.

Business professional of america (bpa) enrolled students have the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge in practical settings. State & national bpa competitions allow students to engage in real-world business scenarios, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Additionally, these students are involved with supporting the harvard community education foundation with its social media marketing & public relations efforts as part of their real world experiences