Advanced Placement College Composition I/II College Credit Plus Nordonia High School Counseling Department School Counselors: Ms. Courtney Wenzel Mrs. Staci Ross Ms. Danielle Ricchino

Agenda Advanced Placement options at NHS Information regarding Advanced Placement options at NHS Defining Advanced Placement (AP) Benefits and Considerations of AP AP Exams AP College Credit **NHS AP video: “Inside Look Into AP at NHS” College Composition I/II for incoming 12th grade students. *Presentation from Stark State Information Application procedures and deadlines College Credit Plus overview and procedures. *Presentation from Kent State University High school information, procedures, and deadlines Middle school information, procedures, and deadlines

Advanced Placement ®: The Basics AP® courses are college-level courses offered in high school Courses reflect what is taught in top introductory college courses Students take AP Exams at the end of the course, measuring their mastery of college-level work A score of 3 or higher on an AP exam can typically earn students college credit and/or placement into advanced courses in college Presenter can add to this information with the following points: Advanced Placement® is a program developed and overseen by the College Board, the not-for-profit organization that is responsible for the PSAT/NMSQT®, SAT®, and other programs and services in college readiness and college success that help more than seven million students each year prepare for a successful transition to college.

AP®: The Benefits Students learn rigorous college-level content and skills Taking AP is valued in the college admission process AP courses are interesting and rewarding academic experiences Opportunity to earn valuable credit and placement in college 85% of selective colleges and universities report that a student’s AP experience favorably impacts admission decisions* Colleges rank grades in college-preparatory courses and strength of curriculum as the two top factors in the admission decision AP courses tell college admission officials that students are challenging themselves and preparing for the rigors they'll encounter in their college careers *Unpublished institutional research, Crux Research Inc., March 2007

AP® Exams AP Exams are administered by schools worldwide on set dates in May each year. They are administered for 2 weeks. http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/exam/dates_fees/index.html Exams are typically 2–3 hours and include: Multiple-choice questions Free-response items such as essays, problem solving, document-based questions and oral response

AP® Exam Fees The exam fee for 2017 is $93 per exam. This is added to students overall school fees once a student is enrolled. Assistance is available for eligible students with financial need: The College Board offers a $31 fee reduction per exam for eligible students with financial need.

Credit and Placement Opportunities Each college and university has its own policies regarding AP® credit and placement. The College Board offers information about AP credit at thousands of college and universities at https://apstudent.collegeboard.org/creditandplacement/search-credit-policies Search by school name or alphabetically Data for each school includes a direct link to that school’s Web page detailing AP credit and placement policies A statement from the college or university about its AP policy

AP® Myths & Realities Myth Reality AP courses are for students who always get good grades. AP courses are for any students who are academically prepared and motivated to take college-level courses. AP courses are too stressful. It's no secret that AP courses are challenging. But the support you receive from your classmates and teachers can help you manage the work load. I don't think I will score high enough on the AP Exam to get college credit. You don’t need to score a 5. Many colleges grant credit — and placement as well — based on a 3 or higher on an AP Exam. Taking AP courses could hurt my GPA. AP courses are weighted on a 5.0 GPA scale. A = 5.0 D = 1.0 B = 4.0 F = 0 C = 3.0 I can’t take AP because no one has recommended me. If you think you’re ready to take an AP course, then talk to a teacher or counselor to get more information about whether you will be able to handle the rigor of the course. Presenter: This is a good time to address any other “myths” or misperceptions that you hear from your students about the AP program.

AP Courses at NHS Art/Music Music Theory English/Language Arts Language & Composition Literature & Composition Foreign Language NONE Math Calculus Statistics Social Studies Psychology Government & Politics/Comparative Government & Politics US History World History Science Biology Chemistry Physics

Program Book Online Access: Course Descriptions: http://www.nordoniaschools.org/Downloads/16-17%20NHHS%20CourseGuideF.pdf

Video: “Inside Look Into AP at NHS” AP Q & A Session

College Composition I & II Stark State College Composition I & II Natalie Woodin, Stark State College CCP

College Composition I & II Adheres to College Credit Plus (CCP) rules. Taught by Dr. Beery through Stark State Curriculum at NHS. Refer to application procedures attached to scheduling worksheet in February. Also can be found at: http://www.starkstate.edu/col legecreditplus/highschool *MUST meet ALL admission criteria set forth by Stark State!* More details presented at February scheduling assembly.

STARK STATE COLLEGE What is College Credit Plus (CCP)? CCP allows a qualified 7-12th grade student to take college classes while still in high school. Where can you take classes? On College Campus/ Satellite centers At their High School Online Combination of all of the above modalities What are the requirements? COMPASS or ACCUPLACER Placement ACT What is the Application Process? Apply at: www.starkstate.edu/CollegeCreditPlus Submit transcripts Submit ACCUPLACER, COMPASS or ACT scores Complete the class registration form When is the application deadline? Summer 2017 – March 31, 2017 Fall 2017 - May 1, 2017 Spring 2018 - November 1, 2017 When does the 2017-2018 semester begin? Summer – June 5, 2017 Fall – August 28, 2017 Spring – January 16, 2018 Transfer Credit- guaranteed TAG OTM College Credit plus

College Composition I & II Application: College Composition I & II Application: *Falls under College Credit Plus Program Requirements*

College Composition I & II Q & A Session

College Credit Plus (CCP) Kristin Bechter, Kent State University

College Credit Plus Information Night

Agenda What is College Credit Plus (CCP)? Advantages and Risks of Participation High School Requirements CCP Requirements & Application Processes Enrollment Options CCP at area Colleges/Universities Questions

What is College Credit Plus? Started in 2015-2016 State funded opportunity to earn college credit For college ready students Provides students with choices and challenges

How it Works Open to college-ready students in Grades 7-12 Students earn transcripted college and high school credit Students/parents pay for parking and provide transportation

Advantages & Risks What’s best for you?

Advantages Expands high school curriculum Financial benefits Career exploration and Special Interests May reduce time to college degree Access to college resources Diverse learning environment Can take courses at your high school, online, hybrid, or at the University

Risks and Differences Increased academic rigor Adult learning environment/Social discomfort Reduced time for HS activities/athletics Class schedule Impact on high school GPA/class standing Permanent College GPA and Transcript FERPA Regulations impact parent involvement

High School Requirements and College Credit Plus

High School Requirements HS graduation requirements cannot be waived Students must take the following high school assessments – English I, English II, Algebra I and Geometry CCP courses can fulfill HS assessments in American History, American Government, Physical Science and Biology

Process of Granting HS Credit High School can require a course syllabus from the university course to determine how course applies HS transcript will reflect each college course, college name, and course grade Grades earned in college courses are included in GPA/Rank

HS Athletic Eligibility CCP students can be HS athletes Follow OHSAA guidelines Summer CCP courses can’t be used for eligibility Eligibility is determined on a quarterly basis Verification of college midterm grades may be required

Deciding to Participate Doing the Research & Preparing Are you College Ready? Taking the ACT/SAT Transferability of College Courses CCP Application Process CCP Enrollment Options Selecting College Courses Colleges and the state determine college readiness

Ohio Remediation Free Standards Readiness Area ACT SAT ACCUPLACER English Sub Score 18 Writing 430 Critical Reading 450 Sentence Skills 88 Reading Sub Score 22 450 80 Mathematics Sub Score 520 Algebra Scale Score 52 From Uniform Statewide Standards for Remediation-Free Status, May 2016. Assessment thresholds to guarantee “remediation free” status at any public post-secondary institution in Ohio. In addition to testing remediation free, students must meet the admission requirements for the college/university to which they are applying. Students may still be required to take course placement assessments for these subject areas.

ACT Test Dates REMINDERS Test Date Registration Deadline Late Registration Feb 11, 2017 Jan 13, 2017 Jan 14-20, 2017 April 8, 2017 March 3, 2017 March 4-17, 2017 June 10, 2017 May 5, 2017 May 6-19, 2017 REMINDERS Writing is not required by most colleges for CCP ACT Residual Testing ACT Testing for Middle School students Send Test Scores to colleges

SAT Test Dates REMINDERS Test Date Registration Deadline Late Registration Jan 21, 2017 Dec 21, 2016 Jan 3-10, 2017 March 11, 2017 Feb 10, 2017 Feb 21-28, 2017 May 6, 2017 April 7, 2017 April 18-25, 2017 June 3, 2017 May 9, 2017 May 16-24, 2017 REMINDERS Writing is not required by most colleges for CCP Send Test Scores to colleges

Transferability vs Applicability Check https://transfercredit.ohio.gov Contact the college where you plan to transfer credit

CCP College Application Process Complete College Application Provide Official Middle School or High School Transcript Provide ACT/SAT test scores Provide any additional requested information

CCP Enrollment Options Summer Semester Fall Semester Spring Semester

CCP Enrollment Options Option A Student earns high school and/or college credit Cost of program is funded entirely by student and their family Tuition and fees are paid directly to the university Student can attend Summer, Fall or Spring

CCP Enrollment Options Option B Student earns both high school and college credit No cost to student and their family unless student earns a grade of W, F, NF, SF Costs are funded by the state, the school district, and the college/university Student can attend Summer, Fall or Spring

What Next?

Parent/Student Requirements Attend a HS informational meeting Complete Intent to Participate form by April 1 Meet counseling requirement Apply for CCP at the college(s) of choice Provide transcripts and ACT/SAT scores Meet Remediation Free Standards and college/university admission criteria Take any required placement assessments

CCP Guidelines Limit of 30 credits per year Limit of 120 credits maximum, even if beginning CCP in 7th grade Cannot attend beyond Spring Semester of your senior year in high school Verify course choices and changes with your school guidance counselor

Credit Conversion and Limits HS Credits CCP Hours/Year 30.0 4.0 18.0 0.5 28.5 4.5 16.5 1.0 27.0 5.0 15.0 1.5 25.5 5.5 13.5 2.0 24.0 6.0 12.0 2.5 22.5 6.5 10.5 3.0 21.0 7.0 9.0 3.5 19.5 7.5 8.0 3-5 Sem Hrs = 1 HS Credit 2 Sem Hrs = .66 HS Credits 1 Sem Hrs = .33 HS Credits

Course Choices and CCP Pathways

CCP Courses Students research and choose classes to fit their career pathway Know how the course(s) you take will apply to your intended college degree Courses must be non-remedial, secular, apply toward a degree or workforce certification, and confer college credit Students must meet course prerequisites

Taking CCP Classes Take classes for a letter grade (no pass/fail or S/U) Ask about and use academic support for your college classes Remember, random classes do not equal a degree

Choices Students can take classes on campus, online or at their high school Consult with academic advisor and school guidance counselor about course choices and schedule changes

What Happens if… You move? You decide you want to drop a class? You receive a grade of F, SF, or NF? You earn a grade you don’t think is fair? You have an emergency that impacts your attendance in CCP? You as a parent want information on your student?

After High School Apply to your college of choice senior year Pay the admission fee Provide official copies of all transcripts Consider retaking ACT/SAT tests Financial Aid – impact of CCP Treated as a Traditional Freshman FYE Course Participation DKS Participation

College Credit Plus at Kent State University

CCP Student Requirements Apply Online at www.kent.edu/ccp Provide Transcripts and Permission Form Recommended 3.0 or higher GPA Take ACT or SAT Tests by April Recommended 21+ ACT or 1060+ SAT Meet Remediation Free Standards

KSU Course Choices Courses at Kent State University Online courses

CCP Pathways Pathways lead to Certificate, Associate and Bachelor’s Degree programs Kent State University Roadmaps http://www.kent.edu/ccp/college-credit-plus-pathways

College Credit Plus Kent State Enrollment Options: Summer Semesters 2017 Summer I 6/12/17 – 7/15/17 Summer II 6/12/17 – 8/5/17 Summer III 7/17/17 – 8/19/17 Fall 2017 8/28/17 – 12/17/17 Spring 2018 1/16/18 – 5/13/18

Student Requirements After CCP Admission Orientation and Advising Summer – May 16 or May 17 Fall – July 26, 27, 28, 31 or August 1 or 2 Placement Assessments ALEKS Assessment Foreign Language Placement Follow Kent State student policies Attend classes and maintain a strong GPA

Special Opportunities Science Experience Internship 2017 Regents STARTALK Foreign Language Academy CCP Student Organization

Use of University Services Assigned Academic Advisor College Resources: library, computer labs, writing center, tutoring, e-tutoring, facilities, etc… Student Accessibility Services for students with an IEP/504 Recreation & Wellness Center

Contact Information Office of Alternative Credit and Articulation Agreements Kent State University, University College Center for Undergraduate Excellence 975 University Esplanade, Suite 159 Kent, OH 44243 330-672-3743 ccp@kent.edu Johanna Pionke, Director Kristin Bechter, Assistant Director jpionke@kent.edu kbechter@kent.edu Barbara Spencer, Special Assistant Cara White, Program Officer bspenc12@kent.edu cwhite19@kent.edu

What schools do our students typically attend? Most of our students how have participated in CCP the last two years have enrolled at KSU Main Campus-online application KSU Geuaga-online application Tri-C-online application The University of Akron-online application Stark State College-College Composition I & II @NHS

Is CCP right for me? Ask yourself these questions… Are you college ready? Are you ready for the rigor of college courses and the academic and social responsibility that accompanies these courses? Do you want to take college courses to satisfy your high school graduation requirements? Have you completed your high school graduation required classes and you want to begin college work? Do you want to explore college and take a course in a subject that interests you? **ARE YOU COLLEGE READY Maturity/Socially Preparedness Time management Self Motivator Self Advocate

NHS Procedures and Steps Refer to this sheet in your packet Follow these steps, identify post-secondary institutions, complete application processes and turn in ALL required forms by deadlines.

Timeline: Refer to this sheet for your important deadlines and for planning purposes

FORMS: Intent to Participate Your first step is to turn in the Intent to Participate form by MARCH 24th (due to spring break) to the Counseling Dept. *You can even turn them in tonight!

FORMS: Student/Parent Acknowledgement You must also turn in your Student/Parent Acknowledgement form by MARCH 24th This form acknowledges that you received information regarding the topics listed on the form. You also understand your responsibilities during this process.

Additional Forms & Procedures: Once you have completed the application process and you receive notice of admissions into the post-secondary institution of your choice you will meet with your counselor for the following (also included in your packet): PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT OF YOUR HS AND COLLEGE SCHEDULE COMPLETE THE COLLEGE CREDIT PLUS PROGRAM ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GRADE & CREDIT CONVERSION & GRADING PROCEDURES ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

TEXTBOOK rentals: Textbooks for ALL CCP courses will be on loan from the school district. The district will be billed for textbooks from the CAMPUS BOOKSTORE. All purchases outside of the CAMPUS BOOKSTORE must be pre-approved and discussed with the Department of Curriculum and Instruction. Textbooks are the property of the school district. Books not returned or in poor condition can result in fines on the student account. If a student wishes to keep a book, they may discuss purchasing it fro the district. The process for renting books can be found on the last page in your packet. *Supplemental supplies are provided by the post-secondary institution.

AP vs. CCP Questions to ask yourself: -What do I want to major in? -Where do I think I want to go to college? *Local (Akron, Kent, Stark, etc.) *In-State/Out-of-state *Public/Private -How selective is that major or college? -What kind of test-taker am I?

AP vs. CCP If you think you will attend… General Advice: Akron/Kent/Stark or another state college in Ohio. *CCP * Why? Credits will transfer easily. Out-of-state, in-state selective college (private of public) or interested in a competitive program of study at a college. *AP *Why? AP has national guidelines for instruction. How You Will Earn College Credit: @College: on college campus; receive a college transcript. @NHS: at CFHS through a college; receive college transcript. AP: Exam (1 test, 1 day); college grants you credit

Q & A Session