Become a Member
What Makes Us Unique?
MCAN is the only organization in Montana that is a collaborative network of K-12, higher education, and industry professionals.
This network is a practitioner group with a passion for equity in education.
Ways To Engage
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Serve as MCAN ambassador
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Hold leadership positions
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Share your organizational missions/updates across our network
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Speak or recommend speakers for MCAN training's/conference
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Assist in policy/advocacy work
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Develop and recognize student achievers
Member Benefits
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Connects stakeholders with allies
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Offer best practice conferences
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Supply tools/resources to increase post secondary opportunities for Montana Students
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Early access to newly published documents like MCAN GAP Analysis
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Opportunities to participate in MCAN's Leadership Council and Committee workshops
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Amplify your organizations efforts
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Opportunities for organizational collaboration and peer networking
Why MCAN?
Montana's large geographical area leaves many citizens without a "near-by" college. This phenomenon is known nationally as an education desert.
Montana's economy is struggling with a lack of a qualified and skilled workforce.
Montana students do not attain post-secondary educational goals at the same rates as other states or the nation.
A high percentage of Montana students who are in our K-12 systems have experience trauma that affects their educational goals.