Informational Meeting

What is College Credit Plus? College Credit Plus is Ohio’s Dual Credit program It allows college ready students in grades 7-12 earn high school and college credit at the same time Students enroll in college courses and adhere to the requirements of the college

What is College Credit Plus? Students may choose from a variety of college-level courses (as determined by placement testing) Students can earn credit to satisfy both high school and college requirements 3+ credit hours = 1 High School Unit Must successfully complete course in order to earn the credit Students may take classes in the summer, fall and spring semesters Students may take courses at the high school (if available), college campus, or online

How can students participate? Student must be “eligible” for College Credit Plus participation based on assessment exam scores Assessment exam examples: ACT, SAT & Accuplacer Each college/university has different exam requirements Students’ scores must indicate that they are ready for “college-level” courses in at least one area of the exam If a student’s scores are not “college-level”, other conditions may be considered depending on the exam scores and if the student has: Overall GPA of 3.0 Recommendation form/letter

How can students participate? Students must apply for admission to the college/university Each college/university will have their own processes, paperwork and deadlines Colleges/Universities have the final decision on student admission If the student is considered eligible and has been accepted to the college/university, then the college will discuss course options with the student

What does being “college-ready” mean? Means more than just being academically ready Consider emotional and social transition Consider time management, organizational skills and college expectation Grades earned are calculated into high school and college GPA CCP credits will be utilized in the calculation of Financial Aid

“It is critical that participants are college ready, as the few times there has been a problem thus far, it has not been because students were not academically ready, but because they were not mature enough to handle it.” -Ohio Department of Education Chancellor John Carey

7th – 9th grade – 1 student – 0.7% CCP Statistics at FCA 2017-2018 School Year – 40 students participated in CCP (out of 250 total students in 7th – 12th) 12th grade – 25 students – 68% 11th grade – 9 students – 26% 10th grade – 5 students – 10% 7th – 9th grade – 1 student – 0.7%

Differences between high school and college Tests: High School – tests are given sometimes weekly or end of chapter College – tests are fewer in number and covers more material Studying: High School – homework can range between 1 to 3 hours per day College – standard 2 to 3 hours of homework for every hour spent in class

Differences between high school and college Knowledge: High school – information is provided mostly in class and outside research is minimal College – coursework requires more independent thinking, longer writing assignments and outside research Grades: High School – many quizzes, tests and homework assignments College – fewer quizzes and tests (if any), homework and assignments will be used to determine final grades

Differences between high school and college Parent Role: High School – parents are strong advocates and work closely with teachers and counselors College – parents are more of a mentor figure and support for student; college views student as independent decision maker College – has The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) that protects the student’s education records

Benefits of Participating in CCP Students earn high school and college credits at the same time Students get a head start on college Students can save of tuition and textbook costs Allows students to explore academic areas and interests

Benefits of Participating in CCP It can save time and money by taking the college courses at FCA for college credit Your student can experience college while still being a part of the FCA community Allows student to experience college coursework

Potential Risks of Participating in CCP College coursework can be more rigorous and take more time to complete Transportation is not provided to college campuses High school and colleges do not always have the same schedules (Spring Break, snow days, etc)

Potential Risks of Participating in CCP College credits may not always transfer to out-of-state or private colleges The grades that students earn are on the college transcript forever If student fails or withdraws too late from a college course, the family will be responsible for payment of the course

What courses can a student take? Courses must be college level or non-remedial Courses must be nonreligious (for the state to pay) The college/university will help the student know which courses they can take It is based on assessment scores and the course pre-requisites Courses can satisfy high school graduation requirements School counselors can help students understand requirements and course substitutions School may have additional requirements in addition to the state minimum

How many classes can students take? Students enrolled in private high schools must apply for CCP funding After applying, families will be notified of the maximum number of credit hours that the state will pay for Families may choose to pay for additional courses on their own

How many classes can students take? An Academic Year is defined as 3 semesters: Summer, Fall and Spring A student can earn up to 30 semester credits per academic year (includes high school and college credits) Formula: Number of high school credits x 3 = 30 – = the number of college credits the student can earn that year Example: 6 (number of high school credits) x 3 = 18 30-18 = 12 (maximum amount of college credit hours a student may earn during that academic year)

Who pays for tuition? Private high school students intending to take college courses must apply for state funding to cover tuition costs The Ohio Department of Education awards funding If a student does not receive full funding for college courses taught at FCA, the student can be charged a reduced tuition fee and can still take the course(s) for college and high school credit; or not pay and take course(s) for high school credit only

How does CCP impact grades? College Credit Plus grades earned in the college course is the same grade that will be on the high school transcript College classes are a part of the student’s permanent college record Grades will be factored into the high school and college GPA High school credit from college coursework will satisfy or exceed graduation requirements Students should consider their workload, rigor, and their abilities

Will the CCP classes transfer? Transfer of credits from one college/university to another is based on the policy of the college you are planning to attend College credits will transfer to most public and private universities as long as you earn a final grade of C- or higher in the course(s) Courses can help fulfill a general education requirement or a requirement for a specific major Students must check with the college to confirm transferability Students can check https://transfercredit.ohio.gov/ for transfer info

What is the CCP Process? Follow the College Credit Plus Checklist – determine what courses to take for upcoming school year Attend Information Session Complete FCA Permission to Participate Complete the ODE “Letter of Intent to Participate in CCP for Nonpublic Students” **By April 1st!** Apply to college(s) that you plan to attend

What is the CCP Process? Request transcript be sent to the college(s) using the FCA Transcript Request form Bring or email the college(s) acceptance letter Complete the Ohio Department of Education Funding Application **SAFE account must be done in parent’s name **Must be submitted before April 13th at 5pm

What is the CCP Process? Receive funding award notification by mid-May in SAFE account Give a copy of the funding award letter to Guidance Office and the college Finalize schedule for next school year and register for classes

OCU Trailblazer Academy FCA partners with Ohio Christian University FCA qualified staff and OCU professors teach the following courses at FCA: Introduction to Sociology General Psychology Western Civilization I: Ancient Age – Medieval Age Special Topic in History: The Holocaust English Composition I English Composition II Basics of Oral Communication

OCU Trailblazer Academy If not enough funding is available, the student may wait until next year, take the course for high school credit only, or take and pay for the course OCU partner fees are as follows: College classes taught by FCA teachers - $75.00/semester hour College classes taught at FCA by OCU professors - $110.00/semester hour Online and OCU campus courses - $160.00/semester hour

Important Deadlines April 1, 2018 Students must complete the Intent to Participate form and send it to the Ohio Department of Education April 13, 2018 at 5pm Families must submit a complete funding application (no extensions or late applications are accepted)

Items to Remember Test early to meet college/university admission deadlines Private high school students must submit an acceptance letter from the college with the funding application Be sure to check each college’s deadline for admission and their testing requirements Follow the College Credit Plus Checklist Email or Call with any questions! Kara Stephens – kstephens@fcaknights.us or Ext 312 Becky Knechtel – bknechtel@fcaknights.us or Ext 316