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Message Earning College Credit in High SchoolRobert Kalinowski–Assistant PrincipalAngie Abid–CounselorMichelle Tidball–College & Career Center

College Credit Options We’ll Cover TodayAdvanced PlacementDual EnrollmentCTE

Why should I take AP or Dual Enrollment classes?Search “School Name Common Data Set” and scroll down to this graphic Georgia Tech

Advanced Placement ● “All or nothing” approach - With AP classes, receiving college credit is based on the results of a single test taken at the end of the semester or year. This is a wonderful option for students who are great test takers. ● AP classes are offered worldwide and have a standard, rigorous curriculum that is designed to prepare you for the AP exam in May.● AP classes offer 0.05 bonus points towards your weighted GPA. University of Nevada: Reno AP Credit Policies

Dual EnrollmentClasses taken at Coronado High School that count for both high school AND college credit:○ At Coronado, students must earn a C (70%) or higher to stay in the course and advance to the next sequence.■ High school transcript will show only full grade (ex: “C” instead of “C+).○ Students must apply to University of Nevada Reno ■ Done at CHS with UNR liaison/classroom teacher○ Students must pay tuition in advance of taking the class (currently $75 per semester)**You will be creating a college transcript that will follow you!**

Who should take Dual Enrollment courses?There is no “ideal student,” but specific students may be more successful in Dual Enrollment coursework than others:○ Can you keep up with the pacing and rigor of the coursework?○ Can you adhere to FIRM deadlines/due dates?○ Can you successfully pass exams without needing retakes?○ This is an ideal program for students who might typically want or succeed in Honors courses. Always consult with your counselor about your course-selection

24-25 AP/Dual Enrollment Numbers● Number of students in 1 or more AP classes:○ 30 AP Courses, 1,075 students in 1 or more AP classes● Number of students in 1 or more Dual Enrollment classes:○ 22 Dual Enrollment Courses, 716 students in 1 or more DE class (455 last year, 283 in 23-24)● Number of students in both AP and Dual Enrollment classes○ 250 in both 1 or more AP and 1 or more Dual Enrollment classes

Why are college-credit classes important in high school?● Of all pre-college course work, the biggest predictor of college success is the level of math taken. Students who complete higher than Algebra II in high school more than double the odds of completing a bachelor’s degree. ● AP course-taking is strongly correlated with bachelor’s degree completion. ● Taking a “gap” year is correlated with low bachelor’s degree completion. KEY FINDINGS from the ANSWERS IN THE TOOLBOX study:1. Academic Intensity and Quality of High School Curriculum2. Continuous Postsecondary Enrollment3. Credit Accumulation4. Socioeconomic and Demographic Factors5. Remediation

A few of the top reasons students don’t finish college1. Lack of academic preparedness2. Remediationa. This is a high school level class that costs you money but doesn’t count towards your college graduation. This delays your progress and can be discouraging.b. You can AVOID remediation by taking college-credit courses in high school. 3. Not finishing what you start a. Dropping classesb. Trends you start in high school are likely to follow you to college.

Will My College Accept My Dual Enrollment Credits? Great Question!● Many of these courses satisfy undergraduate gen-ed requirements at the college/university level BUT…○ Students must research if the college they are interested in will accept these credits○ Go to your school of interest admissions page and call a representative from that specific college or university.○ https://www.1001coronado.net/dual-credit-information (Transferology)

University AdmissionsThe Nevada Board of Regents sets the requirements for admission to Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) institutions. The four-year NSHE admission criteria are as follows: 3.0 GPA (weighted or unweighted) in 13 High School Courses (Core): 4 credits in English 3 credits in math 3 credits in social studies 3 credits in natural science SAT or ACT Test Scores: The new SAT Critical Reading and Math combined score of 1120 The ACT Composite score of 22

University of Nevada Reno (UNR)*the following courses will be offered through UNR for the 2025-2026 school year● Students must express interest to their current teacher and/or counselor in order to be recommended for dual enrollment courses. ● Students must apply to the NSHE Institution through Coronado’s dual-enrollment liaison. This process is completed with teacher assistance. ● Students must have a composite ACT score of 21 or higher or a GPA of 3.25 or greater. ● A class fee of $75 per semester must be paid to Coronado HS by August 15, 2025. See your school counselor if you have a financial hardship. ● Students must pass the first semester of the dual enrollment course with a minimum of 70% to continue to the second semester of the course. ● See course descriptions for prerequisites, grade requirements, and specific class information. ● Dual enrollment courses must utilize the grading scale and policies aligned with the partnering Nevada System of Higher Education institution school.● Dual Enrollment courses are not eligible for repeat (RP) tags and may not be used to repeat tag any other course.

College of Southern Nevada (CSN)*The following Career and Technical (CTE) credits are earned through CSN The following courses may earn college credit through CSN if the student completes 2 years with a B average and passes both the Workplace Readiness and Content Area Exams. (More info can be found here: https://www.csn.edu/CTE) ** All of these CSN credits are FREE if you pass the course and complete the exams!!!Auto Tech = AUTO 105B - Automotive Maintenance I (2 CR), FMM 101B* - Introduction to Workplace Safety (1 CR) *Requires OSHA Certification***Computer Science = CIT 130 - Beginning Java (3 CR), CIT 129 - Intro to Programming (3 CR)Culinary Arts = HMD 101- Intro to the Hospitality Industry (3CR), FAB 102 -Sanitation for the Food Service Industry (2 CR)**Must earn ServSafe Certification Food Manager for FAB 102 creditDrafting and Design = CADD 100 - Intro to Computer Aided Drafting (3 CR), CADD 105 - Intermediate Computer-Aided Drafting (3 CR)Theater Technology = THTR 204 - Theatre Technology I (3 CR) , THTR 208D - Scenery Practicum (1 CR) , THTR 208E- Special Topics Practicum (1 CR), FMM 101B* Introduction to Workplace Safety (1 CR) *Requires OSHA CertificationVideo Production = VID 110B - Videography and Film I (3 CR)

Savings/Cost BreakdownUniversity of Nevada, Las VegasUniversity of Nevada, Renocost/credit =$249.00 (Fall 2021)36 college creditsEstimated Cost w/o Additional Fees36 x $249 = $8964Savings$8964-$900 = $8064Plus Additional Fees!Nevada State Universitycost/credit =$180.00 (Fall 2021)36 college creditsEstimated Cost w/o Additional Fees36 x $180 = $5580Savings$5580-$900 = $4680Plus Additional Fees!Coronado Dual Enrollments Offeredcost/3 credits = $75.00 (Fall 2023)36 college credits12 Dual Credit classeseach class = 3 credits12 x $75 = $900Total Cost = $900

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What to expect when meeting with your counselor1. Review Graduation Requirements2. Diploma types3. Discuss current grades and GPA4. Attendance5. NCAA qualifications for athletes6. Course selections for next year