Dual Credit Information Meeting

New Braunfels High SchoolFebruary 10, 2014

General Dual Credit InformationDual Credit programs allow eligible students to earn college credit for certain high school courses in which they are enrolled. Dual credit courses are high school courses that adhere to college-level standards. NBISD partners with San Antonio College for dual credit courses.

Responsibilities of taking Dual Credit

Students must advocate for themselves regarding application process, testing, and assignments.

Students need to plan to be successful in coursework at a higher standard:No late workNo retesting

General Information – things that are out of local hands-The Rules: Under the High School/Dual Credit

Agreement

Sophomore students may not enroll in a dual credit class.

Junior and senior students may not enroll in more than two dual credit courses per semester (6 to 8 credit hours).

Dual Credit deadlines are set by the college

AP vs. Dual Credit ?Advanced Placement courses follow a

curriculum approved by College Board. College credit is based on AP exams taken at the end of the year.

How do I see a college’s AP credit policy? Google “(college’s name) AP credit” and you will find links to this information.

Information is also available at bigfuture.org.

AP vs. Dual Credit?Dual credit at NBHS is offered through San

Antonio College. Students take the course, and college credit is earned if the student passes with a grade of C or better. It is up to the receiving university to determine final award of credit(s).

How do I know if a dual credit will transfer? One way is to Google “(college’s name) transfer equivalency” and you will find links to this information.

You may also use the www.tccns.org website

Benefits of Dual CreditTaking rigorous courses helps students be

better prepared for college experience and work loads

Students begin college with credits earned at no cost

Financial benefit of receiving up to 30 college hours.EX: If each college course costs $500, passing

1 course per semester could result in $1,000 worth of college paid for by the state of Texas. 2 courses per semester would be a benefit of $2000.

So Which One is Better?It depends…. Start your decision making process by

checking the transfer credit and AP credit policies at the school your child plans to attend.

It is ok to take a class that does not apply to your major –colleges may count it as an elective and the rigor and structure of dual credit courses help young people better prepare for college.

Selecting Dual Credit Courses: Universities’ Acceptance of Dual Credit Courses Each college or university reserves the right

to (1) accept college credits for transfer credit

from another college or university and (2) apply them appropriately to a student’s

transcript. It is the responsibility of the student to

ensure high school dual credit hours will transfer to the desired college or university.

Failure of Students in Dual CreditAll students who are performing poorly in the

dual credit course: 1.There are two official drop dates. The first official date is called “Census Date” and it is usually 12 days after the start of the semester. If students are dropped before this date, the course is removed from their

transcript. 2.The second date is called the official “Withdrawal Date,” and is usually available to students prior to ¾ of the semester being

completed.

Failure of Students in Dual Credit

Students who complete the college-level course but earn a D or F will not be allowed to enroll in another dual credit course while in high school.

Essential to know:The dual credit agreement requires that

participating dual credit students abide by a set of policies, procedures, and timelines put in place by Alamo Colleges/San Antonio College.  Because New Braunfels ISD has no jurisdiction or control over SAC policies, procedures, and timelines, when an issue arises, our ability to advocate on a student’s behalf is often limited. 

In addition, SAC prefers to resolve issues by working directly with the student involved.  Therefore, while NBISD is eager to assist students whenever possible, we have found that the most effective student advocate is often the student himself/herself.

What Is Next For Dual Credit?

Currently Enrolled in a Spring Dual Credit Course

Step 1: Turn in pages 3 and 4 only from the dual credit packet.

Step 2: If further testing is needed, your counselor will notify you.

Required Enrollment Process For New Dual Credit Students

Pick up and sign for a Dual Credit Packet – Print neatlyComplete the following steps for the Student information

formStep I: Complete the Apply Texas Online

Application before Feb. 13 Students may have guidance on filling out the application with the

counselors in the computer lab Rm. 228 on Tues, Feb 11 and Wed, Feb 12

Bring Your Social Security Number with you

Student may complete form by themselves – read and follow directions PRINT A COPY OF THE “YOUR INFORMATION HAS BEEN SUBMITTED” PAGE WITH PERSONAL ID NUMBER ON IT. This page needs to be turned in with the Information Form

Enrollment Process -Continued

Step 2: Complete Alamo Enroll/GoFaarr module and test prep module online. Counselors will be available in Rm 228 on Feb 18th and 19th to help you complete modules.

Step 3: Turn in pages 3, 4, 5, and 6 by Friday, Feb. 21st

DEADLINE Friday, February 21, 2014

4:00 pm

TSI Testing

The Texas Success Initiative is a state-mandated program that promotes academic success.

Testing measures reading, English, and mathematics to determine students’ readiness to enroll and perform in freshman level academic coursework.

Counselors will notify students who are TSI exempt

TSI Testing Step 4: Students who need to test will have

the opportunity to test in Rm 228 on the following dates and times:

Tuesday, Feb. 25th starting at 2:15 pm. Wed. Feb. 26th starting at 8:00 am. Tuesday, Mar. 4 starting at 2:15 pm.Wed. Mar 5th starting at 8:00 am.If students cannot test during these dates,

you may test at CTTC testing center or SAC’s testing center.

Deadlines are Purposeful

The high school must consolidate and review student information, set up classes, and review information before handing it over to the college. The college then needs time to review student information, set up classes and input information into the college system.

Deadlines are PurposefulStudent Paperwork must be completed and in

the counseling office by:

Friday, February 21, 20144 pm

TSI (testing) must be completed by

April 22

Another option to receive college credit as well as high school credit is offered through Howard Payne University.

Some courses are online, other courses may be offered on campus or at a designated off campus site.

Cost is $350.00 per 3 hour course plus booksContact: Dale Meinecke

Phone Number: Office: 830-629-2366 Cell: 817-946-1594

Questions