College Credit Now Dual & Joint Enrollment Opportunities

College Credit NowDual & Joint Enrollment Opportunities ACCEL Program Dual Enrollment-HOPE Grant Joint Enrollment Move On When Ready

Would you like to get a head-start on college or technical school during your junior or senior year in high school? If so, you may want to take advantage of College Credit Now options.

What is College Credit Now? • College Credit Now includes several different Dual & Joint Enrollment options. Confused already? Don’t be...we’re going to talk about what all of this means. • First of all, you should know this... In order to be considered for any of these programs, you must be at least 16 years of age and a rising junior or senior. If you’re in 9th grade, pay attention to the following information because you may be interested in this in the future.

What is College Credit Now? • College Credit Now is an umbrella phrase that includes several different programs. The programs that we will discuss are the following: • ACCEL Program • Dual Enrollment-HOPE Grant • Joint Enrollment • Move On When Ready • Articulation is another way for students to earn college credit at technical colleges for courses taken during high school. We’ll discuss this more at a later date.

What types of College Credit Now Programs are Available at MCHS? College Credit Now Articulated Credit Residential Programs Hope Grant Accel Move On When Ready *Joint Enrollment *Joint Enrollment is not technically dual enrollment—students only receive college credit

Defining the ProgramsACCELProgram • The ACCEL program is for students who want to enroll in ACADEMIC DEGREE LEVEL courses (full time or part time) at a participating college or university while enrolled in high school and also taking high school classes. • Courses may be taken in the areas of Math, Science, Social Studies, English, or Foreign Language. • Qualifying students enroll in courses that meet high school graduation requirements while simultaneously earning high school and college credit.

Defining the ProgramsACCELProgram • Because these courses are degree level courses, credits earned through the ACCEL program ARE transferable to 2 and 4 year colleges (check specific colleges regarding transfer policies). • The ACCEL program pays the cost of tuition and HOPE approved mandatory fees, plus provides a $75 book allowance per semester for students enrolled part time. • The ACCEL program is funded by state revenues appropriated by the General Assembly and does NOT affect HOPE hours.

ACCEL ProgramParticipating Local Colleges MCHS students generally take ACCEL courses through the following colleges:

We are currently partnering with Athens Technical College to offer ACCEL classes at MCHS. Let’s see what students have to say. The video below should start automatically. Please click outside of the video to resume the slide presentation.

ACCEL AnnouncementAttention—Current Juniors!!! • If we have enough interest and qualified applicants, we hope to continue offering a section each of English 1101 & 1102 (which will meet senior English requirement) and a section of Math 1111 & 1113 (which will meet your 4th math requirement). • These will be taught by Athens Technical College instructors and will provide high school AND college credit. • If you think you may be interested in this, you will need to register for the SAT or ACT ASAP. Sign up now and take advantage of the March SAT Prep class! Hurry—slots are filling up quickly!

Residential Programs The University System of Georgia also offers residential programs for gifted talented, and motivated students at: • 1) The Advanced Academy of Georgia is located on the campus of the University of West Georgia • 2) The Georgia Academy of Aviation, Mathematics, Engineering, and Science is located at Middle Georgia College (also known as GAMES) • If you’re interested in a residential program, please schedule an appointment to meet with Ms. Bruce regarding admissions requirements.

Defining the ProgramsDualEnrollment-HOPE Grant • The Dual Enrollment-HOPE Grantprogram is for students who want to take VOCATIONAL/TECHNICAL COURSES at Athens Technical College or another technical college. • Courses taken through Athens Tech may be taken at the Athens or Elberton campus (some programs are only offered at one campus). • Elective/CTAE credit is awarded at the high school level and students earn credit at Athens Tech toward diploma or certificate of credit level programs only.

Defining the ProgramsDualEnrollment-HOPE Grant • Credits earned through this program do NOT count toward associate or bachelor’s degree level programs and are NOT transferable to 4 year colleges. These credits only apply toward the certificate or diploma program at the technical school. • Students may enroll in diploma or technical certificate of credit programs. • Funding for this program is through the HOPE Grant. • HOPE Grant pays tuition and fees but no longer provides a book allowance. • Hours paid do not affect your HOPE hours.

Defining the ProgramsDualEnrollment-HOPE Grant • Some of the programs available through Dual Enrollment-HOPE Grant at Athens Tech include: • Air Conditioning Technology • Automotive Collision Repair • Computer Support Specialist • Criminal Justice • Hotel, Restaurant, Tourism Management • Patient Care Assisting (CNA) • Shampoo Technology/Cosmetology • Small Engine Repair • Social Work Assistant • Students may only enroll in courses/programs that we do not already offer at MCHS.

Defining the ProgramsJoint Enrollment • Joint Enrollment allows high school students to enroll in technical certificate of credit or diploma programs of study at Athens Technical College in addition to being enrolled as a full time high school student. • Joint Enrollment coursework earns credit at the college level toward a diploma or certificate of credit program, but does NOT earn high school credit. Courses taken through this program would be evening or weekend courses in addition to a full high school schedule of classes. • Students may participate in Joint Enrollment at Athens Technical College only. Joint Enrollment is arranged directly through the college. • HOPE Grant pays tuition and fees but no longer provides a book allowance.

Defining the ProgramsMove On When Ready (MOWR) • Move On When Ready allows eligible students the opportunity to take all of his/her classes (academic and elective) at an eligible college or university. Students participating in this do not take any courses at the high school. • Students taking classes through MOWR must be enrolled full time in college (minimum of 12 semester hours each term) and must maintain full-time enrollment during the school year. • Students enrolled in MOWR courses may participate in high school activities/competitions but it is the student’s responsibility to meet all requirements and conditions for participation.

Defining the ProgramsMove On When Ready (MOWR) • Tuition and fees are paid through MOWR funding. Additional expenses are the responsibility of the parent/student. This program does not affect a student’s HOPE hours. • Students may take courses at any University System of Georgia school, all Technical Colleges in Georgia, and at participating private colleges upon meeting the admissions requirements set by the college. • Although MOWR allows 11th and 12th grade students to participate, most local colleges do not offer courses that align with 11th grade requirements and/or sequencing. This is really only a viable option for seniors at Madison County High School.

Eligibility requirements

ACCEL Program Eligibility RequirementsFor Students Interested in Academic Courses • Students must be approved by the high school, meet institutional requirements set by the college, and meet all ACCEL eligibility requirements • As a general guide, students must do the following and meet institutional requirements: • Complete application for admission (your counselor will coordinate this) • Meet 3.0 GPA requirement (this requirement is higher for many colleges) • Meet testing minimums (SAT or ACT for 2 and 4 year schools, technical colleges will also consider ASSET or Compass scores) • Institutional GPA and testing requirements vary by college and may be much higher than these minimums. See Ms. Bruce for specific requirements by college

A Note about ACCEL at UGA • The University of Georgia has the most competitive requirements for ACCEL and a select few juniors will meet these requirements. • ACCEL program applicants to UGA must meet or exceed the average academic GPA and SAT or ACT scores for the previous year’s entering first-year class. • The average for the Fall 2011 first-year class was a 3.83 academic GPA and a 1253 SAT (excluding writing score) or a 28 ACT. • Application deadline is April 15th—if you believe you are competitive enough for this opportunity please schedule a time to meet with Ms. Bruce ASAP.

Dual Enrollment-HOPE ProgramFor Students Interested in Career/Technical Courses at ATC • Students must have a 2.0 minimum GPA to participate • Must complete Athens Technical College application • Students must submit ASSET or Compass test scores and meet requirements for individual programs—minimum scores vary by program of study

Joint EnrollmentFor Students Interested in CTAE/Technical Course at ATC (college credit only) • Students must have a 2.0 minimum GPA to participate • Must complete Athens Technical College application • Students must submit ASSET or Compass test scores and meet requirements for individual programs—minimum scores vary by program of study

Move On When ReadyFor Students Interested in Full-time Enrollment at College (academic & elective courses) • Students must meet institutional requirements for admission • Minimum GPAs vary, set by each college • ACT and/or SAT scores • MOWR admission requirements are generally higher than ACCEL admissions requirements (except for ATC and Emmanuel)—see Ms. Bruce for specific requirements by school.

Next Steps: Sign Up Today for More Information • If you are a 10th or 11th grade student and are interested in any of the programs mentioned today: • Write your name (legibly) on the Program Interest Form • Indicate the program you’re interested in • ACCEL • Dual Enrollment-HOPE Grant • Joint Enrollment • Move On When Ready • Indicate which college you are interested in • Additional interest sessions will be held for students who genuinely want more information.

Next Steps: Take Required Tests • Students interested in the ACCEL Program or MOWR must take the SAT or ACT and meet specific institutional requirements to qualify—see next slide for SAT/ACT test dates/registration information. • Students interested in Dual Enrollment-HOPE Grant will be required to complete ASSET or Compass testing to determine eligibility. More information about the Compass/Asset will be provided later.

SAT/ACT Information Required to determine ACCEL & MOWR eligibility Register for the SAT online at www.collegeboard.com Register for the ACT online atwww.act.org Upcoming Test Dates to Determine ACCEL & MOWR Eligibility SAT: March 10 —Registration Deadline Feb. 10 May 5—Registration Deadline April 6 ACT: April 14—Registration Deadline March 9th Important—The latest test date that will be considered for ACCEL eligibility is May 5 (SAT) & April 14 (ACT). If you are interested in ACCEL and haven’t taken the test, sign up now. Fee waivers are available for juniors who qualify for the free/reduced lunch program. See Mrs. Bruce for more information.

If you have additional questions, please schedule a time to see your counselor in the Guidance & Counseling Office

College Credit Now Dual & Joint Enrollment Opportunities