1. College Credit Plus 2017-18 Informational Meeting
February 16, South High School
February 22, North High School

2. What is College Credit Plus(CCP)?
CCP is an initiative by the Ohio Department of Education
Allows students to attain college credit while in middle and/or high school
Tuition free for students
Offered on High School Campus or at Ohio Public Institution
At the home high school with approved WE High School Teacher/Adjunct Professor
At the college/university with College Professor

3. Why CCP for Willoughby-Eastlake Students?
Prepares students for both Post-Secondary education and careers
Increases access to a broad range of rigorous content
Provides cost savings to parents/families for college education and or career enhancements
Only 1 in 4 students who enter college complete a bachelor’s degree in 4 years.
(IPEDS database, 2008)

4. Our Partner in CCP
Willoughby-Eastlake Schools has partnered with Lakeland Community College
Offer a broad range of college level classes to provide extended educational opportunities for our students.
Two delivery methods available to our students
North/South on campus
Lakeland Community College

5. Home School vs. College/University
Advantages of taking a CCP course at home high school
Willoughby-Eastlake academic calendar
Increased ability to participate in high school activities
Social aspect differs from college/university and high school
Developmentally appropriate instructors

6. Additional Ways to Earn College Credit
Advanced Placement
Students can earn college credit by taking advanced placement classes at their home school
Students who score a 3 or above on AP exams may earn college credit
Excel TECC
2-year college prep program in a technical field that students can select for their junior and senior year of high school enabling them to earn college credit
For more information about the Excel TECC contact Mrs. Roseum
at or your school counselor

7. Advanced Placement Courses
AP Language and Composition AP Calculus AB
AP Literature AP Calculus BC
AP US History AP Statistics
AP Government AP Biology
AP European History AP Chemistry
AP Economics AP Physics 1 and 2
AP Psychology AP Art History
AP Environmental Science AP Computer Science

8. Why Take an Advanced Placement Class?
Develop College Level Academic Skills
Save Money Towards Tuition
Impress College Admission Counselors by Selecting Rigorous Courses While in High School
Upon Graduation from High School Select a Major Sooner
Take more Elective Offerings in College
Add a Minor or Second Major More Easily

9. Why Take an Advanced Placement Course?
“The AP program is the national standard for academic rigor and college readiness, providing high school students with the opportunity to take college-level courses in a high school setting. AP courses provide the level of rigor that best prepares students for post- secondary success”. –College Board

10. How do I get in an AP Class?
Sign up during the Course Scheduling Process
Talk with the instructor to learn more about the course

11. CCP Courses at Willoughby-Eastlake
29-42 College Credits without leaving Willoughby-Eastlake
Only 30 credits permitted per school year
CCP Offerings – Fall 2016 (1st Semester)
CCP Offerings – Spring 2017 (2nd Semester)
ACCT 1100 Into to Financial Accounting (4 Credits)
ACCT 1220 Intro to Managerial Accounting (3 Credits)
ENGL 1110 English Composition I (A) (3 Credits)
ENGL 1120 English Composition II (3 Credits)
MATH 1650 College Algebra (4 Credits)
MATH 1700 Trigonometry (3 Credits)
POLS 1300 U.S. National Government (3 Credits)
POLS 2100 State and Local Government (3 Credits)
POLS 2200 Introduction to International Relations (3 Credits)
Proposed Expanded Offerings
Hist 1550 World Civilization II: The Modern World (3 Credits) Physics 1610 General Physics I (5 Credits)
Physics 1620 General Physics II (5 Credits)

12. Pathways WE has developed 3 pathways for their students
19 semester hours total (this pathway may be available at home high school)
Pathway 2
30 semester hours total (this pathway may be available at home high school)
Pathway 3
30 semester hours total (designed for the senior who has completed high school required courses)
Students shall have no obligation to take courses identified on a pathway
See handout for more detailed information

13. Course Comparisons CCP at High School CCP on College Campus Content
Same
Assessments
Class Meetings
Five days a week
Typically, two days a week
Access to Instructor
High school classroom teacher
Office hours, before and after class
Class Offerings
Limited to Dual Credit classes taught at North or South
Any class Lakeland offers for which you meet the prerequisite
Access to College Resources
Calendar
Willoughby-Eastlake Calendar
Lakeland Calendar

14. Criteria for Participation
Students must be enrolled in grades 7-12
Sign and return the “Intent to Participate Form” by April 1st
File a CCP application with Lakeland Community College or participating college/university of choice
Submit transcript to LCC or participating college/university of choice
Register and successfully complete Accuplacer, ACT or SAT
Parents and Students must attend a CCP registration/information session at LCC or participating college/university of choice
Readiness Area
ACT
SAT
Accuplacer
English 18
Writing 430 or
Critical Reading 450
1110
Mathematics 21
500
950
Please Note: BOTH English and Math must be successfully completed (on COMPASS, ACT, or SAT) to take ANY class at Lakeland

15. Weighting of Grades in CCP
CCP courses are taught by WE teachers who can ensure the rigor and relevance of each provided course matches that of an advanced placement course
Weighted grades in the core classes (English, Math, Social Studies, Science) will encourage students to seek out new challenges in a safe environment during the school day within their school, with WE staff
State law requires all advanced standing courses (AP, CCP) to be weighted in core classes the same regardless of where the student takes the course
Advanced Placement Scale
A = 5.0
B = 4.0
C = 3.0
D = 2.0
F = 0.0
For Example: Willoughby-Eastlake offers Advanced Placement courses in the English Department. This means that all CCP English courses will be weighted on the Advanced Placement Scale.

16. Weighting of Grades in CCP
CCP courses are taught by WE teachers who can ensure the rigor and relevance of each provided course matches that of an honors course
If an AP course is not offered at the home high school in a certain subject area but an Honors course is offered the class will be weighted on the Honors scale
Honors Scale
A= 4.5
B= 3.5
C= 2.5
D= 1.5
F= 0.0
For Example: If Willoughby-Eastlake did not offer Advanced Placement course in a specific department, but did offer Honors courses in that department, then all CCP courses within that department would be weighted on the Honors Scale.

17. What Are My Academic and Social Responsibilities?
Expected to follow the rules and regulations set by the college/university, including adherence to their grading policies.
Once enrolled, you are eligible to receive advising from campus-based support services of that institution.
Expected to follow the rules and regulations set for high school students detailed in the student handbook.
Continued access to your school counselor and all other resources available to high school students.
Participation in College Credit Plus does not guarantee your admission to college after high school.
You should follow the regular undergraduate application process for whatever college you plan to attend after high school.

18. Possible Concerns Transportation Calendar Fees
Student/Parent or Guardian is responsible
Calendar
Vacation days at the home school and CCP school may not coincide
Attendance is the student’s responsibility
Fees
Financial obligations become the parent/student responsibility
Late withdrawal from the class
Student does not receive a passing grade
Reimbursement is not required if the student is identified as being economically disadvantaged
Students who choose to exceed 30 credit hours in one school year will be responsible for overage payment

19. Possible Concerns Qualifying for Graduation
A failure to successfully complete a CCP course may result in delay of graduation
High School Extra-Curricular Activities
Schedules may not align to allow participation in all activities
Social Aspect
High school students will face new challenges emotionally and socially
Parental Access and FERPA-CCP
Students are treated as adults and own their education records once they enroll in a CCP course.
No access to PowerSchool

20. How Does College Credit Plus Impact Athletic Eligibility?
If you are a student athlete, you must remain eligible in accordance with the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) bylaws.
To be athletically eligible, students must be passing five, one credit courses or the equivalent per grading period with the high school and college courses combined.
Most College Credit Plus courses taken during a semester will equal one Carnegie unit, allowing students to earn more than the required five for athletic eligibility.
Please check with your guidance counselor to ensure that the course work you are taking is compliant with OHSAA.  

21. Summer CCP
CCP courses will be offered in the summer at no charge to the student
Summer CCP courses are included in the 30 credit hours
Remedial courses will not be paid for by the district under CCP

22. Important Dates April 1, 2016 Spring Dates Classes Begin
Declare Intent to Participate Form
Application to Lakeland
Check application deadlines for other colleges/universities if applicable
Spring Dates
Accuplacer testing to be completed by April 15th
Lakeland Accuplacer Testing: walk-ins Monday-Friday beginning February 1st
Or have met the ACT or SAT thresholds
April 26th is the MANDATORY orientation night at Lakeland for NHS and SHS students
Classes Begin
Lakeland August 28, 2017
Willoughby-Eastlake August 17, 2017
Check the calendars of other colleges/universities if applicable

23. Contact Information
North High School Guidance Office
South High School Guidance Office
Eastlake Middle School Guidance Office
Willoughby Middle School Guidance Office
Willowick Middle Schools Guidance Office
Willoughby-Eastlake Board of Education – Jennifer Chauby
Partner Contact
Lakeland Community College Liaisons:
Tracey Cooper
Jami Diemer
Website for Resources: