Cornerstone & Keystone Partners

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NACEP Announces Cornerstone and Keystone Partnerships

Chapel Hill, North Carolina – The National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships (NACEP) proudly celebrates the second year of its enhanced partnership framework—Cornerstone Partners and Keystone Partners—which together are strengthening our mission of expanding equitable access to high-quality college courses for high school students and driving student success.

The Keystone Partnership program, originally established in 2019, was elevated last year with the introduction of the Cornerstone Partnership tier—representing the highest level of engagement and support within NACEP. Now in its second year, this tier continues to provide expanded opportunities for collaboration, visibility, and impact across our membership, while reinforcing the critical role that strong partnerships play in advancing excellence in dual and concurrent enrollment.

Cornerstone Partnerships

Cornerstone Partners are the foundation of support for NACEP’s work. Their resources, expertise, and innovation empower members to design and deliver exceptional student experiences in dual and concurrent enrollment.

When the Keystone program first launched, DualEnroll quickly became one of our longest-standing organizational partners, with Canusia and Parchment joining soon after. In 2024, these three organizations deepened their commitment by becoming the inaugural Cornerstone Partners. Now, as we enter year two, their continued investment demonstrates a sustained dedication to strengthening programs, expanding access, and shaping the future of the field.

In education, quality, accessibility, and inclusivity are the cornerstones that uphold academic excellence. With the support of our Cornerstone Partners, NACEP is advancing its mission and creating a more equitable educational landscape for students nationwide.

Meet NACEP’s Cornerstone Partners

Canusia
Founded in 2011, Canusia was built on a passion for education and commitment to excellence. Its name reflects the diverse origins of its three founders—from Canada, Asia, and the United States. Canusia’s suite of management tools, created by and for dual enrollment professionals, streamlines administration, fosters communication, and delivers actionable insights to improve program outcomes. [Learn more →]

DualEnroll
DualEnroll is the only commercial software platform purpose-built to automate and streamline every aspect of dual and concurrent enrollment management. Colleges across the country use it to register students, credential high school instructors, collect syllabi, conduct site visits, manage grades, reconcile rosters, and support NACEP accreditation requirements. [Learn more →]

Parchment, an Instructure Company
Parchment believes credentials are central to every learner’s journey. Its credential management platform supports dual enrollment, course sharing, credit transfer, admissions, recruiting, and more by facilitating the secure exchange of credits and credentials.

With Parchment Pathways Dual Enrollment, institutions and high schools can grow programs through SIS integrations, automated workflows, customizable course inventories, and a seamless student experience. Parchment’s global network of millions of learners and 13,000+ education partners enables course credit and credentials to move with students wherever their paths take them.

“We are proud to continue our Cornerstone Partnership with Canusia, DualEnroll, and Parchment,” said Miranda Rodriguez, Deputy Executive Director of Membership and Operational Strategy at NACEP. “Their ongoing expertise and innovation make them invaluable allies in helping us expand opportunity and uphold excellence in dual and concurrent enrollment.”

Keystone Partnerships

In addition to Cornerstone Partners, NACEP’s Keystone Partners remain vital collaborators in year two of this framework. Their shared commitment, energy, and expertise help strengthen the dual and concurrent enrollment community, ensuring that more students can succeed.