1. College/Career Awareness & Dual Credit
Earning College Credit in High School
Bellville High School

2. Remind 101 Current Juniors – To: 81010 Message: @gf7k9
Current Sophomores –
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3. WHERE TO START…
Start your list of potential colleges, technical schools, military, and training programs that interest you.
Familiarize yourself with college entrance, certificates or training requirements needed to pursue your goals.
Are you taking the right courses to meet your college or career goals?
How are your grades in those courses?

4. High School Courses Taken Do Matter
Colleges, Employers, Technical Schools want to see a solid foundation of learning that you can build on in the future.
Recommended that you take five solid academic classes each semester.
Start with basics, then move on to challenging yourself in advanced courses.
Always check with each college, technical school, and training programs to learn their specific requirements.

5. High School Classes Foundation Plus Endorsement English – 4 credits
Math - 4 credits including Algebra I and Geometry
Science - 4 credits including Biology and IPC or Chemistry
Social Studies - 3 credits including World Geography or World History, US History, Government/Economics
Additional Courses
Foreign Language – 2 years of same language 2 credits
Fine Art – Art, Theatre Arts/Tech Theatre, Band 1 credit
P.E - 1 credit
Electives -5 credits
Endorsement Electives -2 credits

6. INTERESTS
Knowing what you like to do is the first step in turning that into a career
Take a look at your favorite hobbies
Determine which classes in high school you enjoy
Take part in a career assessment, such as the ASVAB
Volunteer or help out at places that interest you

7. RESUME Create a file folder Stay involved Electronic or paper
Collect test scores and application forms
Stay involved
Continue your extracurricular activities
Take on leadership roles when possible
Consider skills you are developing and how these will help you in college or in your career
Create an accomplishments sheet (that can develop into a resume)

8. HELPFUL WEBSITES Virtual Tours www.collegeweeklive.com
College Matchmaker
College Information

9. General College Information and Preparation
HELPFUL WEBSITES
General College Information and Preparation
www1.thecb.state.tx.us/ontrack/
Resumes

10. HELPFUL WEBSITES Career Assessment www.mynextmove.org www.mymajors.com
Career Exploration
Jobs in the healthcare industry

11. WHAT IS DUAL CREDIT?
Dual Credit allows a student to fulfill high school graduation credits and earn college credit for the same class.
Should be noted:
Dual Credit is a Blinn class, taught by Blinn faculty, but on the Bellville High School campus.
Dual Credit classes follow the college calendar and adhere to college policies and procedures, specifically in regards to attendance.
Student will have a permanent college transcript.

12. DUAL CREDIT ELIGIBILITY
Completed sophomore year of high school
Grade average of 3.0 (B Average)
Must demonstrate college readiness with scores on the TSI Assessment or be exempt
State Law – Must have Bacterial Meningitis shot if attending class ON COLLEGE CAMPUS (unless qualify for waiver)

13. BENEFITS OF DUAL CREDIT
Earn transferable college hours*
Intellectual Challenge
May earn Performance Acknowledgement taking 12 college hours in all four college courses with a grade of A or B
Blinn ID
Earns access to all Blinn College facilities (library, student center, etc) and events (academic, athletic, music, theater)
Access to local area discounts where offered
* Students are responsible for confirming that courses are required for 4-year college/university degree plans and/or accepted at a private institution.

14. BELLVILLE HIGH SCHOOL DUAL CREDIT
Classes meet
Monday & Wednesday
Tuesday & Thursday
Generally, no classes scheduled to meet on Friday
75 minutes in length
Fall 2019
7:35 am – 8:50 am

15. BELLVILLE HIGH SCHOOL DUAL CREDIT OFFERINGS
Seniors
English 1301 (Fall) / English 1302 (Spring)
Government 2305 (Fall only)
Certified Nursing Assistant 6254 (both Fall/Spring)
Psychology *
Sociology (Online)
Music Appreciation (Online)
Art Appreciation (Online)
Public Speaking (Online)
Juniors
History 1301 (Fall) / History 1302 (Spring)
* This class can be taught in person or online depending on numbers

16. DUAL CREDIT CAN SAVE MONEY
Fall 2018
3 Hours
15 Hours
Academic Dual Credit Student
$318
Regular Blinn Student (doesn’t pay taxes in Washington Cty)
$534
$2,670
Sam Houston State University
$1,018
$5,091
Texas State
$1,092
$5,460
Texas A&M
$1,032
$5,158
Approximation of “tuition and fees” as of
Does not include room and board.
Source:

17. CHALLENGES Required to pass “college readiness” test TSI Assessment
Requires strong self-discipline and self-direction
College courses can be demanding in the level and amount of work that must be completed
Failure in a class taken for Academic Dual Credit may affect high school graduation
Conflicts in college and high school calendars may arise
College courses require more time
Should consider extracurricular activities and scheduling conflicts before signing up
Dual Credit will cost money (tuition, books, supplies)
Payment plans are available

18. COLLEGE EXPECTATIONS Prepare for class in advance Attend class
Read text ahead of time
Study ... Schedule 4-6 hours per week per class
Know when to ask for help from your instructor
Participate and ask questions
Take thorough notes, do not count on review sheet
Attend class
Blinn College has an attendance policy. Must attend class to earn credit.

19. GRADING College is VERY different than high school
No progress reports, No report cards each six weeks
One FINAL GRADE, cumulative, will be posted at the end of the semester. This grade “as is” will appear on the student’s high school report card/transcript. The alpha grade will appear on the student’s Blinn transcript.
The student is responsible for following course syllabus, keeping track of grade and/or points earned during semester AND keeping parents informed.
Teacher will not speak to parents, only student.
College grades are not mailed out.

20. Dual Credit Enrollment Process-Apply
Apply for Admission to Blinn College
Select 2 year college application
Select Blinn College- Brenham
Admission Basis is “Dual Credit”
Reason for attending is “to Earn credit for transfer”
Record user name and password

21. Dual Credit Enrollment Process- Testing
TSIA
Texas Success Initiative Assessment
Designed to determine if student ready for college-level work
College Admissions Tests (for exemption)
ACT
SAT
Designed to determine readiness and predict future success in college courses

22. Dual Credit Enrollment Process- Testing
If not exempt, you will need to take the TSIA
Complete online pre-assessment activity
Register for the TSIA online
Pay online to complete the registration process
Credit card or echeck

23. TSI ASSESSMENT Three core areas: Reading, Math, Writing
Required for any incoming public college student in Texas, unless meet exemption
Mandatory Pre-Assessment Activity
Blinn College in Brenham is a testing facility

24. PRE-ASSESSMENT ACTIVITY
Not scored
Designed to inform you about the importance of the TSIA
Sample test questions
Upon completion, a certificate will be ed to you. This certificate must be presented with payment when taking the TSIA. No certificate, No testing.

25. TSI REGISTRATION
Monday-Thursday: Walk-in testing begins between 8:00-11:00 am Administration Building (34), room Submit Pre-Assessment Activity certificate to Enrollment Services and pay $45 with a major credit card, money order, debit card or cash. No personal checks. You will then be directed to the Testing Center. Bring a photo ID, Blinn ID #, TSIA Test Receipt and Test Ticket received from Office of Enrollment and PAA printed certificate.
Bellville Testing Days (on Brenham campus)-
Saturday, February 23, 2019 and March 30, 2019
Let the counseling office know which day you plan to test
Sign up online (First come, first serve) by Friday noon before your chosen test date Seats Available
Bring Payment Receipt, PAA Certificate, Blinn ID #, and a Photo ID day of test. Report to Bullock Building
1000 College Avenue 8:00 am

26. WEBSITES FOR TSIA PREPARATION
While Blinn College does not endorse any one particular study agency, the following websites have proven to be valuable preparation tools:
TSI Pre Assessment Activity Sample Questions found at

27. WHAT TO EXPECT ON SATURDAY TEST DAY
Bring to test center
Certificate of Pre-Assessment Activity
Photo ID
Payment receipt
Know your Social Security Number
Do not bring
Food/Drink
Cell phones
Calculators or any other electronic devices
Backpacks, large bags or purses
Hats / caps
Testing is untimed
Expect testing to take 4-5 hours
*Dual Credit TSIA Testing Informational Sheet:

28. TSIA SATURDAY TEST LOCATION
Bullock Building
1000 College Avenue
Brenham, Texas
Check-in begins at 8:00am

29. TSIA PASSING SCORES To be declared “college ready” READING
Scores of 351
MATH
Scores of 350
WRITING
Essay Score of 5 or higher if multiple choice is less than 340 OR
Placement score of at least 340 AND an essay score of at least a 4

30. Scores Required for Courses
English
Reading or higher
Writing – Essay score of 5 or higher if multiple choice is less than 340 OR Placement score of at least 340 AND an essay score of at least a 4
U.S. History, Government, Psychology, Sociology, Online Courses
Reading – 351 or higher

31. EXEMPTIONS FOR TSI ASSESSMENT
SAT
Math Score = 530, Evidence Based Reading and Writing Language Score = 480
ACT
Math = 19, English = 19, Composite = 23
HELPFUL WEBSITE

32. COLLEGE ADMISSIONS TESTING
Standardized tests (such as SAT and ACT)
Timed
Measure academic abilities
Determine readiness for college-level work
Used to predict future success in college courses
Registration takes place online
Students required to provide gender information and a photo of themselves upon registering
Photo is included on admission ticket, test center roster, and score report sent to school
No changes allowed day of test
Students must provide high school code
Bellville High School Code

33. SAT www.sat.collegeboard.org Cost – $47.50
With writing added (Optional) - $64.50
Three subjects
Reading
65 minutes, 52 questions
Writing and Language
35 minutes, 44 questions
Math (two sections - one with calculator/one without calculator)
80 minutes, 58 questions
Essay
50 minutes Optional

34. SAT SCORING Scoring Penalties - No penalties for guessing Total Score
Scaled score ranges from 400 to 1600 combining Reading and Writing score and the Math score.
Scale ranging from 200 to 800 for Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
Scale ranging from 200 to 800 for Math
Scale ranging from 2 to 8 on each of three dimensions for essay: Reading, Analysis and Writing Skills. Essay results are reported separately.
Penalties - No penalties for guessing

35. SAT TESTING DATES March 9, 2019 May 4, 2019 June 1, 2019
Registration deadline - February 8
May 4, 2019
Registration deadline - April 5
June 1, 2019
Registration deadline - May 3

36. ACT www.actstudent.org Cost - $46.00 Four subjects
With Writing added (Optional) - $62.50
Four subjects
English
45 minutes, 75 questions
Math
60 minutes, 60 questions
Reading
35 minutes, 40 questions
Science
Writing (OPTIONAL)
40 minutes

37. ACT Scoring Penalties Each subject score ranges 1-36
Composite or Total score – Average of the four sections together
Optional Essay – scores from 2-12
Penalties
No penalties for wrong answers
Since incorrect answers do not count against student, always attempt to make an educated guess
Always select an answer

38. ACT TESTING DATES April 13, 2019 Registration deadline – March 8
June 8, 2019
Registration deadline- May 3
July 13, 2019
Registration deadline – June 14

39. WEBSITES TO PREPARE FOR COLLEGE ADMISSIONS TESTING

40. Dual Credit Enrollment Process- Registration
When scheduling for next year, indicate on the course request you plan to take Dual Credit.
Complete the Dual Credit Approval Form and return to counseling office.

41. DUAL CREDIT REGISTRATION
Blinn officials will be on the Bellville High campus to register students on April 10, 2019
Pictures for Blinn ID’s will be made that day
The following items will need to be turned into the counseling office March 28, 2019 by 3:30.
Dual Credit Approval Form
TSI Assessment scores or SAT/ACT scores as proof of exemption
Transcript (Counselors provide)
Principal Permission Form (Counselors provide)

42. DUAL CREDIT PAYMENT
Students are expected to set up and maintain their myBlinn account.
May attach personal to Blinn account
All correspondence from Blinn will come through the student’s Blinn account
Payments may be made through myBlinn account or on Blinn campus

43. Steps to follow to become Dual Credit Student by March 28th
as a Blinn Brenham Dual Credit Student
Complete Pre-Assessment Activity - print off certificate
Sign up and Take TSIA and bring scores to Counseling office
Complete and turn in Dual Credit Approval Form to Counseling office
Create a MyBlinn account
Fall Payment is due August 18, 2019

44. QUESTIONS Point of contact for Blinn Dual Credit
Elaine Abshire/Shannon Williford
Director/Coordinator, Dual Credit Programs
(979) /(979)