Are you aware of the option available to CHS students to complete their senior year by taking classes at CCRI? Many are not aware of this option that could be a good fit for them. This article intends to inform about the program so that students who may consider it know the requirements during grades 9-11 and can prepare to be eligible.
Is the CCRI Headstart Program Right for You
BY EMILY YANG
Are you aware of the option available to CHS students to complete their senior year by taking classes at CCRI? Many are not aware of this option that could be a good fit for them. This article intends to inform about the program so that students who may consider it know the requirements during grades 9-11 and can prepare to be eligible.
What is the CCRI Headstart Senior Program?
A CHS junior can apply to go to CCRI for their senior year. They can apply for what is called “concurrent enrollment” which means they are concurrently earning high school and college credits. Students who do this must complete their 12th-grade graduation PBGR requirements before they attend CCRI. The average running start student takes four classes a semester (after required CHS credits are met).
Currently enrolled students report that it is a great opportunity and experience. Maturity is key, as are independence, confidence, and self-advocacy. Students have to be prepared for increased academic expectations from their CCRI professors since they are earning college credit.
How do you get in or apply for the program?
There is an online application that must be completed. A guidance counselor then writes a letter of recommendation and includes a transcript with the application and letter. CCRI makes the final determination as to whether or not someone is entered into the program.
Students considering this option need to way the pros and cons of completing the senior year at CCRI. Of course, the year jump is a plus as is being able to experience college work. Students can also still access all CHS extra-curricular activities, sports, and events while in the program. Yet, you’re only a senior once. Will you miss your friends too much? Is it worth taking part in?
For more information, visit your guidance counselor. It’s never too early to start exploring the options for the senior year.
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