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Bloomsburg Area High School has approved a pre-college agreement with Lackawanna College, enabling Bloomsburg students to earn college credits while still in high school.

This agreement, signed in April 2025, is planned to be offered to Bloomsburg Area High School students starting summer 2025 and continuing through the 2025-2026 academic year.

“We love to offer our students opportunities to take classes at the college level, and Lackawanna College is very flexible with our teachers teaching the courses,” said Amy Melchiorre, Director of Curriculum and Instruction & Grant Writing, Bloomsburg Area School District.

A Focus on Cybersecurity

Along with the general education courses from the college, a goal of this agreement is to offer Lackawanna College’s Cybersecurity program, allowing Bloomsburg students to take cybersecurity classes online.

“Cybersecurity is a growing force and many of our students have expressed interest. We want to give them the opportunity to explore this field while they are still in high school,” said Andrea Landis, Ed.D., Bloomsburg Area High School Principal.

Through the partnership, Bloomsburg students will have access to Lackawanna College’s fully online Cybersecurity program, which is designed as a two-year associate degree. The program dives into core areas of computer science, including information technology, operational technology, and cybersecurity, all aimed at preparing students to tackle real-world cyber threats.

Saving Time and Reducing Costs

For students and families, this program offers practical benefits. Earning college credit in high school can help students make progress toward a degree while potentially reducing future college costs. It also gives students a chance to explore academic interests before graduating.

“I am excited to be working with the staff, students and families of Bloomsburg Area High School. This agreement will provide opportunities for the students at Bloomsburg to get a head start on their college career and at the same time allow them to do some career exploration. In the long run, this will help the students save time and money towards their college education,” said Philip Campbell, Director of College Partnerships at Lackawanna College.

About Bloomsburg Area High School

Bloomsburg Area High School is a public secondary school located in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, serving students in grades 9 through 12 as part of the Bloomsburg Area School District. With a commitment to academic excellence, personal growth, and community involvement, the high school offers a range of educational opportunities including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, a gifted program, and a variety of extracurricular activities and athletic programs. The school fosters a student-centered environment supported by a dedicated faculty and a robust curriculum designed to prepare students for success in college, careers, and civic life.