Fall 2009 Goals for state concurrent program; review of past year's accomplishments.

1. Concurrent Enrollment:Recent Changes and Future Goals June 2009 CydGrua, Academic Affairs, USHE Moya Kessig, Early College Specialist, USOE

2. “I felt challenged, and I knew that a lot was expected of me.” “I felt I was treated with more respect. I was treated like an adult rather than a high school student.” “I felt like I learned what I needed to, and I felt more confident in my choice to get started on going to college. ”

3. SUCCESS: Program Growth FY 07-08, 136 Public, charter, and alternative high schools participated in the program. Source: USHE

4. SUCCESS: Increased Access to Higher Education Concurrent Enrollment gives first generation college students and underrepresented populations an opportunity to experience postsecondary instruction. (FY 07-08 Data)

5. SUCCESS: Increased Access to Higher Education Concurrent Enrollment attracts more female students than attend USHE institutions. *percent of all college going students

6. Concurrent Enrollment forAcademically Prepared Students Eligibility Requirements/Higher Education Junior or senior standing. A grade point average, ACT score, or a placement score which predicts success. (Generally a B average.) (ACT score of 22 or higher) Approval of high school and college officials. Parent or Guardian approval. Students understand they will create a permanent college transcript. Student interest in concurrent classes corresponds to SEOP. Supportive letters of recommendation. Regents Rule 165

7. Concurrent Enrollment forAcademically Prepared Students Eligibility Requirements/Public Education Counted in average daily membership with all applicable high school fees. Concurrent course planning and registration are part of a current student education/ occupation plan (SEOP). Parent or Guardian approval. Students agree to have a high school transcript generated. Home schooled students are eligible with principal permission from the high school they would attend. Board Rule R277-713

8. SB81: Two key changes in the law: Effective FY09-10: Require appropriate assessment prior to participation in math and English courses. Eliminate courses typically taught in 9th and 10th grades.

10. 6 USHE Institutions require students to pay for Accuplacer tests.

11. Costs range from $2-$15 per test.Feedback varies from positive to negative. *Review USHE Concurrent Enrollment and Accuplacer Use handout for detailed information. Assessment is required effective July 2009.

12. The following courses were identified as courses typically taught in 9th or 10th grade: Fitness for Life Computer Technology Keyboarding Keyboarding Applications Word Processing These courses will be removed January 2010.

14. Sets a foundation for seamless transition from grade 12 to 13.

16. GOAL 2: Refine Course Opportunities & Pathways Review all courses in a subject area at once. Promote open dialogue between USOE and district curriculum specialists and USHE academicians. Increase understanding of curricular issues unique to public or higher education. May February 2009

17. GOAL 2: Refine Course Opportunities & Pathways Promote/distribute the General Education Pathway document to high school counselors and students. Encourage students to contact campus academic advisors. This document promotes academic planning for transition to college.

18. Goal 3:Strengthen Academic Counseling Concurrent course planning and registration are part of the SEOP process. Students need to: Understand the direction they are going with concurrent credit. No empty credits! Be encouraged to meet with college advisors to fully comprehend institution and degree requirements. Be aware of the timelines required for admission, registration, financial aid and scholarship eligibility, and graduation. Emphasize the importance of meeting with a college advisor to plan certificate or degree pathway.

19. …I was able to graduate from high school with my diploma, along with my college associates degree. I was able to fulfill my high school credits and college credits at the same time. The program was a great introduction to what college life is like. It was very challenging, but it taught me to be more responsible in my schoolwork and in time management… … I think the program is a great opportunity for anybody who is looking for a challenge, and wants to get a head start on his or her college education. -Devin Hatch, Provo High School

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