1. 2016-2017 DUAL CREDIT Student and Parent Interest Meeting Deer Park HS San Jacinto College Dual Credit is a great opportunity for students to earn college credit while still in high school.

2. Topics What is Dual Credit? Why Dual Credit? FERPA & Academic Freedom Types of Dual Credit Course Choices Admissions & Registration Requirements TSI Requirements & Testing Calendar and Deadlines Q & A Topics

3. What is Dual Credit? Dual Credit is a form of concurrent enrollment that allows a high school student to take certain courses at San Jacinto College that earn both college and high school credit. Courses are taught on the college campus. Typically, students take two courses each semester for both their Junior and Senior year. Additional HS approval is needed to take more than two dual credit courses per term. Graduate from high school with 24+ hours of college credit! Earn even more by taking summer courses. Grades posted on high school transcript and college transcript. Must earn a “C” or better to receive high school credit.

4. Why Dual Credit? Get a Jumpstart on Your College Education 1.Save Time and $$$ SJC provides 70% discount on courses taken for dual credit. In addition, Deer Park ISD pays your tuition each fall and spring semester (up to two courses)! Speeds up the time to college degree completion. 2.College experience Take on the responsibilities of being a college student. Ease the transition from high school to college. Academically advanced students can challenge themselves. 3.Transferability Credit transfers to most Public Colleges & Universities. Many Private & Out of State Colleges also accept the credit. Always check with the institution you want to attend about transferability. 4.Access to SJC Resources

5. Resources & Perks for SJC Dual Credit Students College Libraries Open Computer Labs Writing Labs Financial Aid Services Student Clubs & Organizations Athletic Events Career and Employment Center Game Room Cosmetology Spa & Salon Barnes & Noble Bookstore Corner Café Student Success Center (Free tutoring services)

6. Who is Eligible for Dual Credit? Permission required from high school counselor or high school designee. Must meet course prerequisite and placement requirements (TSI). Is Dual Credit the Right Choice for Me? Parents and students should consider goals, maturity, responsibility, and academic ability prior to enrolling in a dual credit program. You might decide not to participate in dual credit if you: Are struggling with your other high school classes Feel overwhelmed with your current load of coursework and extracurricular activities Are not ready to take on college-level coursework and the responsibilities of being a college student Remember!!! Dual credit classes become part of your permanent college transcript and impact eligibility for financial aid and scholarships!

7. FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) Federal law that ensures privacy of student educational records (begins when student starts college regardless of age). San Jacinto College cannot share grades, course schedules, test scores, etc. with parents or anyone other than the student. Students’ opportunity to gain new responsibilities and act on his/her own behalf.

8. Academic Freedom & the College Environment Academic Freedom allows faculty and students to pursue whatever inquiry they feel is important and to speak about it in the classroom without fear of censorship. Understand that within a college environment, students may encounter adult language and images, different philosophical viewpoints and belief systems. Understand that appropriate and essential discipline specific terminology, concepts, and principles are utilized as needed in the classroom setting. Understand that you will encounter various teaching styles and course delivery methods.

9. Calendar & Attendance Dual Credit students are college students and must follow the San Jacinto College calendar. You are required to attend your college class even if it is a high school holiday. (Ex: SJC is only closed Wed-Fri of Thanksgiving week). Attendance policies vary by professor. Please inform them well in advance if you need to miss a class.

10. Student Conduct Students are held accountable to the policies, rules, and regulations published in the San Jacinto College Student Handbook. Please read over the student rights and responsibilities here: http://www.sanjac.edu/student- services/educational-planning/student- handbook http://www.sanjac.edu/student- services/educational-planning/student- handbook Instances of academic dishonesty (e.g. cheating, plagiarism, and collusion) are taken seriously at the college level. Dual credit students are subject to the same consequences as general college students.

11. Types of Dual Credit Courses Academic Dual Credit Typically transfers to four-year colleges and universities. Students taking these courses often plan to pursue a four-year degree after high school graduation. Workforce (Career & Technical) Dual Credit May or may not transfer to four-year colleges and universities. Students taking these courses often plan to enroll in a certificate or two-year degree program. Courses taken as high school electives can help students become employable after high school graduation.

12. Career and Technical Programs Air-conditioning/Heating Auto Collision Auto Tech Cosmetology Computer Maintenance Computer Programming CISCO Process Tech/Safety Welding Please visit Ms. Whitney Weaver if you are interested in any of these programs.

13. Traditional Course Sequence Junior Fall Term Junior Spring Term Senior Fall Term Senior Spring Term Class #1HIST 1301HIST 1302ENGL 1301ENGL 1302 Class #2 Meet with your High School Counselor to verify your registration needs. Students will typically take the year-long sequence listed above and then pair another course each semester from the boxes below. Students typically take two courses per semester. Additional courses may be approved by the HS. Students can also come during the summer to gain additional coursework. Note: Deer Park does not pay tuition for summer courses. HIST 1301PSYC 2301ENGL 1301 GOVT 2305 BCIS 1305SPCH 1315/1318 HIST 1302SOCI 1301ENGL 1302 MATH 1314 (early admis.) PSYC 2301 BCIS 1305SPCH 1315/1318 ECON 2301 MATH 2412 (early admis.) SOCI 1301 Juniors can select from:Seniors can select from:

14. Course Days/Times Courses meet for three hours one evening per week per course at SJC Central. Please indicate your preferred class night (or nights if taking two classes) on your enrollment form. Schedules for Career and Technical courses vary. See Ms. Weaver for details.

15. Sample Schedules HIST 1301Monday (M)5:30 – 8:30 p.m. PSYC 2301Tuesday (T)6:00 – 8:45 p.m. HIST 1302Monday (M)5:30 – 8:30 p.m. SOCI 1301Tuesday (T)6:00 – 8:45 p.m. ENGL 1301Wednesday (W)6:00 – 9:00 p.m. GOVT 2305Tuesday (T)5:30 – 8:30 p.m. ENGL 1302Wednesday (W)6:00 – 9:00 p.m. ECON 2301Tuesday (T)5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Fall Semester – Junior Spring Semester – Junior Spring Semester – Senior Fall Semester – Senior

16. ADMISSIONS & REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

17. STEP #1 Complete the Texas Common Application at www.applytexas.org. This must be completed before anything else can occur with your record at SJC. Remember to complete the profile and the application. Watch for email from SJC. It should come 2-3 days after submitting the application and will include your G#. If you do not receive an email from SJC, go back to Apply Texas and make sure you submitted the application. Carefully enter your email address so that you will receive important updates about your status. Apply Online TODAY!

18. Helpful Tips Questions on the Application: Application = 2 year college admission application College = San Jacinto Community College Will you be taking courses prior to HS graduation? = YES Semester of Entry = Fall 2016 1 st Major Code = General Studies AA (2nd Choice is anything) High School = Deer Park High School Basis you are seeking admissions = Dual Credit Primary reason for attending = Earn credits for transfer or 2 year degree Citizen or Permanent Resident (not both). Some students may be asked to submit additional residency information. Apply Texas

19. STEP #2 Texas Success Initiative (TSI) The TSI is designed to measure competency in reading, writing, and mathematics. It is used for placement purposes. Students must place at college level in reading and writing for the majority of courses. See the college catalog for placement and prerequisite information. TSI Minimum Score Requirements ReadingWritingMath 351Essay score of 5 or Essay score of 4 and multiple choice of 363 350

20. TSI Exemptions & Waivers All scores must be official from testing company or sent from the HS. Partial exemptions are available and scores from multiple tests can be used as long as composite/combined scores are met. TSI Exemption Scores (minimum scores listed): Test Combined/Composite Requirement Exempts TSI Reading & Writing Exempts TSI Math SAT I Combined Reading and Math: 1070 Reading: 500Math: 500 ACTComposite: 23English: 19Math: 19 High School TSI Waiver Scores (minimum scores listed): Test Combined/Composite Requirement Waives TSI Reading & Writing Waives TSI Math PSAT Combined Reading and Math: 107 Reading: 50Math: 50 PLANComposite: 23English: 19Math: 19 ACT- AspireN/AEnglish: 435MATH: 431 STAAR EOCN/AEnglish II: 4000Algebra I: 4000 and final grade of 70+ in Algebra 2 course

21. TSI: What will I need to do? If you are not exempt or waived, you will need to complete the TSI at Deer Park HS on one of the following dates in March: 3/2, 3/3, 3/9, 3/10, 3/23, 3/24, 3/30, or 3/31. First, complete the Pre-Assessment Activity (PAA) online at: www.sanjac.edu/testing-PAA www.sanjac.edu/testing-PAA Print your PAA confirmation and bring it to the Deer Park HS Counseling Office to sign up for a time to test at DPHS. If you are unable to test at DPHS, you may test at SJC. Visit the Dual Credit Office with a photo ID to get a Testing Request Form. The TSI is free for Dual Credit students.

22. STEP #3 Enrollment Form & HS Contract After you have tested, you can pick up an enrollment form/HS contract from the DPHS Counseling Office. List your courses and preferred day(s) on the form. Enrollment form must be signed by –High School Dual Credit Counselor or Designee –Student –Parent or Guardian Turn the signed form (front & back) into your high school dual credit counselor by April 8 th. Your high school will provide the forms in bulk to the SJC Dual Credit Office.

23. STEP #4 Bacterial Meningitis Vaccination Texas Legislature requires all students under the age of 22 entering a higher education institution to provide proof of having the vaccine or document an exemption or waiver. The vaccination or booster must not be more than 5 years old as of the first day of the term in which you plan to enroll. Documentation can be turned in to DPHS Counseling Office along with your enrollment form/HS contract. The HS nurse may be able to provide your record to you. This is an admissions requirement for SJC and must be completed before registration can occur. www.sanjac.edu/apply-register/overview/meningitis for more information.www.sanjac.edu/apply-register/overview/meningitis

24. STEP #5 Registration Priority registration for fall begins April 11 th. All Dual Credit registration is performed by the Dual Credit Office. Dual Credit students do not have access to web registration and cannot select professors. You will be registered based on the courses and preferred days listed on your enrollment form once you have completed steps 1-4. Requests for schedule adjustments must be emailed to the Dual Credit Office by the high school dual credit counselor or designee. An extenuating circumstance must exist. If you need to drop a course, please inform your high school dual credit counselor and visit the Dual Credit Office in person to complete a drop form.

25. STEP #6 Tuition Deer Park will pay for two courses each fall and spring. You will be responsible for tuition for a third course, or for courses taken over the summer or as early admission. Ways to Pay Pay the full remaining balance Installment Payment Plan ($25 service fee) Financial Aid –Texas Public Education Grant (TPEG) for Dual Credit Students

26. STEP #7 Buy or Rent your Course Textbooks Dual Credit students, like all college students, are responsible for purchasing the required textbooks and other essential course materials. Deer Park ISD does not purchase your books. Textbooks may be purchased at the SJC Central Campus Bookstore in the Student Center Building #14. You can look up your course materials at: http://www.sanjac.edu/student-services/student- success-facilities/bookstores http://www.sanjac.edu/student-services/student- success-facilities/bookstores

27. STEP #8 Prepare for Classes Preparing for Your First Day at San Jacinto College Claim your Student Accounts SOS Email Blackboard College Photo ID Card – Take a copy of your schedule to the Admissions Office Parking Permit – Take a copy of your schedule to the Business Office Sign up for SJC Alert Me –emergency notifications Get to campus early to find your classrooms Be on time for classes

28. Important Deadlines & Dates Summer/Fall 2016 Dual Credit Info NightJanuary 28 th Apply Texas Application AvailableNOW! Enrollment Forms & Meningitis Documentation Due to HS Dual Credit Counselor April 8 th Summer Registration BeginsFebruary 29th Fall Registration BeginsApril 11 th Summer Payment DeadlineMay 26th Fall Payment DeadlineTBA Summer Courses BeginJune 6 th (5A) July 11 th (5B) Fall Courses BeginAugust 22 nd

29. Deer Park Dual Credit Registration

30. If you are currently taking a Dual Credit course you do not have to reapply. You will come to the counseling office to pick up an enrollment form. After you select your class and day, bring the signed form back to the counseling office. San Jac will schedule your class and it will be posted on your SOS. You do not have to retake the TSI or resubmit immunization records.

31. When you meet with your counselor to select courses for next year, be sure to enter your Dual Credit class by selecting the course that says Dual Credit. You are eligible for an off period for each Dual Credit class. Be sure to enter your off period by selecting DC – Off. If you have already entered your courses for next year, don’t worry you will have an opportunity to enter the DC course. Dual Credit Questions or Concerns: Kay Shoffit kshoffit@dpisd.org 832-668-7215 Academickshoffit@dpisd.org Whitney Weaver wweaver@dpisd.org 832-668-7263 CTEwweaver@dpisd.org

32. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Please make sure to take a SJC Dual Credit Checklist & SJC Technology Quick Start Guide. SJC Central Dual Credit 281-478-3628 http://www.sjcd.edu/dual-credit WHAT QUESTIONS DO YOU HAVE FOR US?