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Bringing Lamar State College Orange to Rockwall County
Rockwall County is growing, and access to local higher education should grow with it. Through a partnership centered on public service, Lamar State College Orange is bringing career-focused college opportunities closer to Rockwall County students. Programs in areas such as criminal justice, personal care services, business, and education can prepare students for meaningful careers while allowing them to begin their college education close to home.
Rockwall County is not part of a higher education taxing district, so expanding local college access requires a different approach. Lamar State College Orange is one of four public state colleges in Texas and operates under a funding model different from locally taxed community college districts. This partnership creates an opportunity to provide affordable, workforce-aligned education while preparing graduates for careers in business, management, entrepreneurship, finance, and more.
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At The Institute, powered by FACT Education Inc. (FACT Ed), we are not here to follow trends, we are here to create lasting opportunities. As the Texas Regional Pathways Network Regional Convener for North Central Texas, FACT Ed brings together education, industry, workforce, and community partners to develop stronger pathways from the classroom to college and meaningful careers. With vision, collaboration, and a deep commitment to the communities we serve, we turn ideas into programs that connect people with education, opportunity, and brighter futures. Every initiative is a chance to learn, grow, and create measurable impact. We treat students, families, educators, employers, and community organizations as valued partners, and we approach our work as a long-term commitment to regional success.