Phcc presentation 2010

Welcome to Patrick Henry Community

College Dual Enrollment Program

Presented by: Chameeka N. Smith

March 2011

1.2 million students were dual enrolled in 2005

“College credit earn prior to high school graduation reduce the average time to a degree and increase the likelihood of graduation”

Did you know…

Did you know…

Franklin County High School

Students can receive college credit by enrolling in 18 dual enrollment courses

Henry County Public Schools

In 2009, 1,216 students took one or more dual enrollment courses

Martinsville City Public Schools

All students are offered the dual enrollment program

Patrick County Public Schools

28 seniors graduated with a high school diploma and Associate’s degree in June 2010

Providing high school students the opportunity to enroll in college level courses while in High School

Opportunity to earn high school credits and college credits simultaneously

What is Dual Enrollment?

Demonstration

Comparison

High School Graduate Dual Enrollment Graduate

Received a high school diploma

Received a high school diploma

Received college credits

Received a college transcript

Exposed to college classes and faculty expectations

Must be a high school junior or senior attending a public or private school ◦ Exceptional freshman and sophomore on a case-

by-case basis; home school students can also participate

Must apply to PHCC Must take and pass the College placement

test (COMPASS or ASSET) Receive a recommendation from a high

school official Parental consent

Eligible for the Dual Enrollment program

Dual Enrollment

Step 1: Complete an PHCC application and schedule a placement test

Step 2: Select course(s) with high school counselor

Step 3: Register (tuition/textbooks)

Step 4: Visit PHCC to learn about services and activities available

Role of Parent and Students

Step 5: Participate in class; do assignments on time

Step 6: Put forth your best efforts and strive for A’s and B’; Remember grades become a part of your college transcript

Role of Parent and Students

Saving money Free college placement testing Receiving high school and college credit

simultaneously Development of an official college transcript Introduction to college courses and faculty

expectations Progress towards next academic goals without

having to want until high school graduation College resources

Benefits of Dual Enrollment

Questions???Closing Words

For more information please contact:

Patrick Henry Community CollegeDual Enrollment Coordinator

645 Patriot AveMartinsville, VA 24112

(276)638-8777

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