1. College Connections Concurrent Enrollment Program
Summer Orientation
2017

2. Welcome to College of San Mateo!

3. Benefits of Concurrent Enrollment
It’s Free! High School Students attending part-time at CSM are not required to pay Enrollment Fees.
High school students get an “early start” on your college experience.
Receive College Credit for course work completed.
When permitted, it is also possible to receive high school credit.

4. Who should consider Concurrent Enrollment?
The program is open to all high school students with:
Approval from parents or guardians
Approval from high school counselor (or Principal or designee)
Program also open at Cañada College & Skyline College (SMCCD)

5. Why Concurrent Enrollment?
To gain a competitive advantage for university admission
To earn college units early so as to increase the chances of earning a college degree on time!
Save money on future college costs.
One year versus one semester.  
25% of UC eligible students
Ask Alex about this…

6. Who should consider Concurrent Enrollment?
College courses are demanding.
Instruction at a College level.
It is recommended that high school students have at least a 2.0 GPA (10th grade 2.5, and 9th grade 3.0)
Demonstrate readiness for the academic challenge ahead.
Discuss readiness with HS Counselor

7. Other Fees & Text Books
High school students enrolled in 11 units or less:
not required to pay the Enrollment Fee or Health Fee (some courses may require payment of a materials fee - see course description in class schedule).
expected to purchase their own text book(s) as recommended, or required for their college classes.  
Used Books (Optional)

8. Book Store Hours
June 12th – August 5th Monday - Thursday 7:45 am – 6:00 pm Closed Friday - Sunday Fall Hours Monday-Thursday 7:45 am - 7:00 pm Friday 7:45 am - 2:00 pm collegeofsanmateo.edu/amazon (4% donation to CSM)

9. Concurrent Enrollment Status
Apply online
Completed and submitted (to CSM) a College Connection Concurrent Enrollment Course Request Form to CSM Admissions & Records or ed to
Satisfy Course Prerequisites
Registration Block – Placement test will be required mainly in the area of Math, English, Chemistry, Physics
Register for classes on WebSMART

10. Assessment Center
Go online to to make an appointment
College Student ID Number - G#
Photo ID
Calculator for math test will be provided

11. Concurrent Enrollment Status…
Adding classes (Only add pre-approved courses)
Authorization Code - from instructor will be needed when adding a class after the semester has begun.
Register for classes on websmart

12. Log on to your WebSmart AccountAt
Use your student ID # G
Your birth date is your password - two digits each for month, day & year
Once logged in, click on “Student Services” and then click on Your Class Schedule Summary.”
Select a term: select Summer 2017 Term and then click on submit.

13. my.SMCCD Sample notifications from the College on mySMCCD….
Course room changes
Instructor communications to students
Notification regarding moving from waitlist to permanent roll sheet
Other cool features - calendar, etc.

14. The First Class Never miss the first class Instructors may drop you
Be on time with good conduct
(Arriving late is the same as missing class)
Be prepared (College Ready)
Review and/or purchase the necessary book
Review the syllabus
Make Connections
Exchange contact info. with a classmate
Never MISS or be late for class

15. Parking Permits and Designated Parking Areas
Daily parking permit $2.00 per day available in lots 1,2B, 2C, 6 & 11
Grace Period (First two weeks in same lots as above) Ends on August 30th.
Purchase online on the third floor and pick up at Cashier’s Office (3rd Flr., Bldg 10) $26 for Summer Semester 2017

16. Important Dates

17. College Grades
All college level coursework for which grades are issued, whether passing or failing, will become part of the students permanent academic college record.
College transcripts will be required when applying to four year institutions
In order to avoid permanent deficient grades, students should be aware of drop deadlines.

18. How do I receive my grades?
Final grades are not mailed upon completion of the semester.
Students can use WebSMART to view final grades and request official transcripts (Summer final grades available in August).

19. How do I receive High School Credit?
An official transcript will need to be sent directly to the high school if any credits have been approved and are to be used toward high school graduation.
The student must request the transcript through

20. Your Concurrent Enrollment experience begins your college record
Most universities will accept transferable or bachelors level courses taken at Community Colleges to count toward the students bachelors degree.
Double Counting Policy (Private Universities)
find out about this - Alexis

21. Using College Course Work for University Credit
When requested by the university, students will send an official copy of their community college transcript for verification of college work, and for the earning of baccalaureate level honors credit where applicable.

22. Opportunities and Expectations
The College Connection Program provides students the opportunity to get an early start on their college experience.
A concurrently enrolled student is expected to complete all class requirements, maintain a 2.0 grade point average or better in all college classes, and adhere to the Colleges Code of Conduct.
Faculty Office Hours are available to students as additional support

23. Code of Conduct – The Honor System
Types of unacceptable activities which
can result in sanctions or suspensions:
Cheating
Plagiarism
Texting
Other disruptive behavior

24. Comprehensive Support Services
7/31/2018
Comprehensive Support Services
Health Services
Library Access
Math labs
Psychological Services
Reading Center
Tutorial Center
Writing Center
And more…
Computer Lab
Disabled Students Program
English as a Second Language
Food Pantry
Martin Bednarek, Spring 2007 PEP

25. Future Enrollment… Concurrent Enrollment
Summer, Fall & Spring – You will need a new form each semester.
Freshman Enrollment – PEP
Priority Enrollment Program for entering freshman
Year One Enrollment
For all graduating seniors

26. College Connection Concurrent Enrollment Program
Estela Garcia
College Recruiter – High School Relations
Community Relations & Marketing
(650) 574 – 6646
Erica Renee Griego
Admission & Records Assistant III
Student Services
(650) 574 – 6417