2. College Credit Plus CCP Presentation MHS Auditorium February 10, 2016

3. What is College Credit Plus (CCP)? CCP is a way for you to earn college and high school credit at the same time by taking college courses. CCP replaces the old PSEO and Dual Credit programs.

4. Who can participate? Students in grades 7-12 are eligible to apply for CCP to any public college or participating private college. The college will admit the student based on their college readiness in one or more subject areas. Students must submit their college CCP application by April 15 th in order to participate in either semester the following academic year, but are not required to participate in both semesters or at all.

5. How do students earn HS credit for college courses? CCP allows students to earn college credit and apply that credit towards their HS graduation requirements. Students who successfully complete a 3 credit- hour (or more) college course will result in 1.0 Carnegie unit earned at the HS. A 2 credit-hour course will result in 2/3 of a HS credit, and 1 credit-hour course will result in 1/3 of a HS credit.

6. How many CCP courses can a student take? Students can earn up to 30 college credit hours per academic year, including summer terms. This is equivalent to 10 HS credits per academic year (summer included). No more than 120 college credit hours total CCP will include summer term courses beginning in 2016, which count toward the first semester of the 2016-17 academic school year. Summer terms have earlier deadlines for registration and may begin in May.

7. How are HS graduation requirements affected? HS graduation requirements will not be waived as a result of participation in CCP. Students must still meet all of the MHS graduation requirements. Class of 2018 and beyond must also score at least 18 points on the end of course exams in the following subjects (English 9, English 10, Algebra I/IB, Geometry, Phys Science/Biology, American History, and Government).

8. Where can students take college classes? Students can apply to take classes at any public college/university or participating private institution of higher learning. Students have various options as to where they can take classes based on the options provided by the college (@ the college, or online). Some classes at MHS may have opportunities to earn college credit built into them.

9. Will CCP grades appear on a student’s HS transcript? Yes. HS credit will be awarded for any CCP course that is successfully completed. These courses will be listed on the student’s HS transcript and included in their GPA. CCP courses will be weighted if MHS has an AP course in that curricular area (ex. CCP English Course would be weighted because MHS offers AP English).

10. How does CCP impact athletic eligibility? Students participating in CCP courses must still meet the eligibility requirements set by the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA). Students must be passing the equivalent of 2.5 credits each semester with a 1.55 GPA to be eligible at MHS.

11. What courses are available through CCP? Once admitted to a college for CCP, students may take any course in the college catalogue that applies towards a degree or professional certificate, in a subject area that the student is college-ready. Students are not permitted to take remedial or religious courses through CCP.

12. Who pays for CCP courses? Students attending a public college/university will not be charged for tuition, books or fees. Students attending a private college may be charged for books and fees.

13. What happens if a student fails a course? If a student does not successfully complete a course, they will receive an “F” on their HS and college transcript. MCS will seek reimbursement for the amount of state funds paid for that college course. Students must be eligible for free/reduced lunch through completion of proper paperwork in order to waive the fee.

14. Who is responsible for transportation? The student and/or parent is responsible for transportation to and from the college and any parking fees if applicable.

15. What are the academic and social responsibilities? Students participating in CCP will be expected to follow all rules and regulations set by the college/university. Students will also be expected to follow all MCS school rules and regulations outlined in the student handbook. Once enrolled in CCP students will be eligible to receive advising from campus-based support services.

16. Will CCP credits transfer?  Credits earned at the college/university will be accepted at that university.  Credits will transfer to any state school in Ohio (Transfer Assurance Guidelines).  Acceptance of CCP credits at other colleges/universities is at the discretion of those schools.

17. Scheduling Conflicts  Scheduling conflicts among college courses and MCS courses/activities are NOT the responsibility of MCS.  Conflicts will be resolved using the MCS schedule as a priority.  Changes to a student’s schedule resulting from failing to complete, or dropping a college course, must occur within the guidelines specified in the MHS curriculum guide. Students must maintain at least a minimum of 2.5 HS credits per semester (verify with your counselor).

18. Attendance  Attendance at MCS for CCP students is required only during the classes scheduled at MCS. Students may not be on MCS grounds if they are not scheduled for a MCS class at that particular time.

19. Student Responsibilities On days when the MCS schedule is altered in advance, (Wednesday MAP days, semester or final exams, and assembly days) students are expected to make the necessary arrangements to attend their MCS classes, regardless of what time their CCP classes are during the day. Attending Middletown City School classes is top priority.

20. Notification of Participation  The college/university must send written notice to all appropriate parties (student, parent, high school district) within ten days of enrolling.  The student should meet with counselor to adjust schedule as soon as they have their CCP classes scheduled.

21. Pros  Free college credit.  Early start at earning college credits.  Opportunity to take courses not offered at MCS.

22. Cons  CCP credits may not be accepted at all universities.  CCP students will be in the same classes as college-age as well as non-traditional students.  College schedule could conflict with extra- curricular activities.  College vacations and high school breaks may run at different times.  Traveling in poor weather conditions.

23. Acknowledgement of Information/Counseling Form  Any student who is interested in participating in CCP, must return a signed Intent to Participate form by March 24 th (No late submissions will be accepted) and schedule to meet with their counselor by April 15 th (earlier if applying for summer terms).  Students who miss this deadline will not be allowed to participate.  Submitting the form indicates you want to meet with your counselor to talk about CCP.

24. CCP Process 1. Submit Intent to Participate form to counselor by March 24 th. 2. Student and parent schedule to meet with appropriate counselor by April 15 th ( March if applying for summer term). 3. Acquire college application for admission to CCP from the university and bring to meeting.

25. CCP Process Continued 4. After the student portion of the college application is filled out, print off and turn it in to your guidance counselor so the application can be completed and submitted to the college. 5. Schedule placement testing through college admission office if required. Some colleges may require the ACT as a placement test. ACT offered 4/9, must register by 3/4.

26. CCP Process Continued 6. After the student is accepted to the university, they will follow that school’s instructions for registration and scheduling. 7. After receiving the college schedule for fall term, contact your guidance counselor to make necessary adjustments to your MCS schedule and give them a copy of college schedule. (If applying for summer term, bring to counselor before summer term or June 3 rd at latest.

27. CCP Process Continued 8. If you turn in an Intent to Participate form, but decide not to participate in CCP, please inform your counselor of your decision. 9. You may decide not to participate in the fall but may participate in the spring once approved. You are not committed to participate the entire school year.

28. Counselors MHS CounselorLast Name Mrs. BarberA-F Ms. Williams G-N Mr. DayO-Z Grade Level Counselor Mrs. LongGrade 8 Mrs. BlueGrade 7 Mrs. CerminaroGrade 6 Please contact your guidance counselor soon to set up student/parent meeting.

29. Deadlines  March 24 th or before Submit “Intent to participate” form to guidance office and schedule (call or email) by that date to schedule meeting. Your meeting with your guidance counselor must be completed by April 15 th.