The Metropolitan Education Commission The Metropolitan Education Commission (MEC), established in 1989, is composed of 34 citizen commissioners who advise, make recommendations, and serve as advocates in all areas as they affect the educational welfare of Tucson and Pima County. The MEC's goals include:
To empower and advocate for students, their teachers, and their families.
To acknowledge individuals and groups within the community whose exemplary service to students and to education merits such special recognition.
To promote graduation from high school as a first step toward an enriched future for students and a realistic sense of their place within the community.
Regional College Access Center A partnership between the Metropolitan Education Commission, City of Tucson, Pima County, Tohono O'Odham Nation, and public and private K-12 schools, colleges, universities and community programs throughout Pima County.
Working together to address the barriers related to higher education and workforce development.
Serving as a coordinating and referral agency providing information on college and career preparation opportunities, financial aid and scholarship
Our Mission
To facilitate the access to and success in college for all Pima County students, with a special focus on students from low-income households or who are the first in their family to attend post-secondary education programs.
Our Goals
Prepare for College: To increase awareness of college and career preparation opportunities provided by public and private elementary, middle and high schools, colleges, universities, and community programs available throughout Pima County.
Pay for College: To provide information on federal and state financial aid and a listing of scholarships offered by local and national organizations.
Graduate from College: To increase awareness of college and university transition and on-campus support programs designed to help students adjust to the first year in college, receive academic and social support, and guide students toward college graduation.
Support Workforce Development: To facilitate the access to career preparation resources, and promote the development of a highly qualified, diverse workforce.
Our Services
We are an information and referral service for local and national opportunities related to:
