Bridge Academy Summer Program 2026

Karri and Bruce chaperoned the Bridge Academy Summer Program this year. Karri accompanied the junior students, while Bruce attended with the senior students. This year, 12 of our 30 students participated in the program. The event was held on the campus of Central Maine Community College (CMCC).

Junior Program — August 3–5

The junior students participated in a three-day, two-night program.During the program, students:

  • Participated in campus tours at CMCC and the University of Maine at Augusta (UMA).

  • Had the opportunity to eat in the college dining halls.

  • Attended presentations on UMA Early College Orientation, ExploreEC/Course Registration, World of Work Inventory Assessment (WOWI), and CSSP & BYES Scholarship opportunities.

  • Heard from guest speakers representing FAME and Bangor Savings Bank.

  • Had the opportunity to visit the Maine College of Health Professions or participate in industry tours throughout the Lewiston/Auburn area and visited Texas Instrument and EcoMaine in Portland.

  • Took part in various team-building activities and fun events each evening.

Senior Program — August 6–7

The senior students participated in a two-day, two-night program. During the program, students:

  • Participated in campus tours at the University of New England, USM, and Unity Environmental University.

  • Took part in Campus Life mini-sessions.

  • Participated in activities and team-building experiences around the CMCC campus during the evening.

Overall, the Bridge Academy Summer Program provided students with valuable opportunities to explore college campuses, learn about career and scholarship opportunities, experience college life, and build relationships with their peers.

 If you have questions, please reach out to Bruce at Foster CTE Center

Bruce Mochamer

Bridge Academy Maine

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Welcome to Bridge Academy Maine Where Rigor and Relevance Meet!

The Bridge Academy is more than just an early college experience for high school students.  It is a course of study that not only prepares students for the rigor of academic study but also gives students the skills to successfully balance work and school.  

The Bridge Academy capitalizes on the high graduation rate of high school students enrolled in Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses by adding college level courses to their programming to produce a graduate that has up to 24 college credits and real world credentials.  Graduates of the Bridge Academy complete college earlier with less student debt.

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Bridge Academy Maine capitalizes on the high graduations rate of high school students enrolled in Career and Technical Education (CTE). courses by adding college level courses to their programming to produce a graduate that has up to 24 college credits and real world credentials. Graduates of the Bridge Academy complete college earlier with less student debt. 

For information about Bridge Academy Maine at FosterCTE Center contact Bruce Mochamer, Student Service Coordinator.

Features of The Bridge Academy :

  • Obtaining 24+ college credits (at a cost of $40 per credit) by high school graduation through dual/concurrent enrollment. These credits will be transferable to all University of Maine System schools, all Maine Community College System schools, and may be transferable to other public and private in-state and out-of-state post-secondary institutions.

  • Structured educational experience. Courses are taught by college approved high school teachers. In addition to their four college courses, 

  • Bridge Academy students attend their regional CTE School where they participate in technical education in a field of their choice. 

  • Bridge Academy Students attend a 3 day/2 night summer academy on campus. 

  •  Guidance counselors, teachers, professors, CTE instructors and parents are all there to help students succeed. 

  • The Bridge Academy trains students to advocate for themselves, develop study habits, and attain invaluable experience through summer academies, internships, and job shadowing. 

  • Financial literacy training: developing an understanding of college costs, how to navigate the financial aid office, and how to access supports such as tutoring centers and writing centers.

  • Bridge Academy students because of proven college success are often accepted into high demand programs such as nursing that do not traditionally accept high school students.