1. 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

2. 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

3. 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.

4. 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*Unpublished institutional research, Crux Research Inc., March 2007

5. AP® Exams
AP Exams are administered by schools worldwide on set dates in May each year. They are administered for 2 weeks.
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

6. 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.

7. 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
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

8. 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 = D = 1.0
B = 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.

9. 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

10. Program Book
Online Access: Course Descriptions:

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

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

13. 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: legecreditplus/highschool
*MUST meet ALL admission criteria set forth by Stark State!* More details presented at February scheduling assembly.

14. 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:
Submit transcripts
Submit ACCUPLACER, COMPASS or ACT scores
Complete the class registration form
When is the application deadline?
Summer 2017 – March 31, 2017
Fall May 1, 2017
Spring November 1, 2017
When does the semester begin?
Summer – June 5, 2017
Fall – August 28, 2017
Spring – January 16, 2018
Transfer Credit- guaranteed
TAG
OTM
College Credit plus

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

16. College Composition I & II Q & A Session

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

18. College Credit Plus Information Night

19. 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

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

21. 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

22. Advantages & Risks
What’s best for you?

23. 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

24. 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

25. High School Requirements and College Credit Plus

26. 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

27. 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

28. 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

29. 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

30. 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 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.

31. 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

32. 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

33. Transferability vs Applicability
Check
Contact the college where you plan to transfer credit

34. 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

35. CCP Enrollment Options
Summer Semester
Fall Semester
Spring Semester

36. 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

37. 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

38. What Next?

39. 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

40. 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

41. 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

42. Course Choices and CCP Pathways

43. 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

44. 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

45. 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

46. 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?

47. 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

48. College Credit Plus at Kent State University

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

50. KSU Course Choices
Courses at Kent State University
Online courses

51. CCP Pathways
Pathways lead to Certificate, Associate and Bachelor’s Degree programs
Kent State University Roadmaps

52. 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 /28/17 – 12/17/17
Spring /16/18 – 5/13/18

53. 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

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

55. 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

56. 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 Johanna Pionke, Director Kristin Bechter, Assistant Director Barbara Spencer, Special Assistant Cara White, Program Officer

57. 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 &

58. 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

59. 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.

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

61. 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!

62. 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.

63. 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

64. 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.

65. 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?

66. 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

67. Q & A Session