MOVE ON WHEN READY (MOWR)

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1 Pg. 1 MOVE ON WHEN READY (MOWR) Karen Howell Shyreeta Peacox Manager College Credit Now Manager College Credit Now Gwinnett and other counties Fulton County (North) (Public, Private and Homeschool) (Public, Private and Homeschool) Khowell@GwinnettTech.edu SPeacox@GwinnettTech.edu efax: efax: Jessica Henderson Coordinator College Credit Now JHenderson@GwinnettTech.edu efax: Gwinnett Technical College 5150 Sugarloaf Parkway Lawrenceville, GA

2 Pg. 2 Move on When Ready So you want to be a full-time college student? That s excellent! But before you commit, go over the following questions with a parent or counselor to make sure you are making the right move for your future. Technical College Participant Questions 1. Do you think you are a good candidate for MOWR? Why? 2. Do you have good study habits? 3. What are your career goals? 4. What is your chosen Program of Study? 5. Are you involved in extracurricular activities? 6. Will MOWR interfere with HS activities? 7. Do you have reliable transportation to attend class daily? 8. Can you afford to allocate $500 for books per semester? 9. Can you afford to bring or buy lunch while on-campus? 10. Are you comfortable taking classes with adults? 11. Do you understand the consequences for dropping a course? 12. Do you understand what you will gain if you complete a Program of Study? 13. Do you know how many college credits you will earn while enrolled in MOWR? 14. Do you know how many high school credits you need to graduate? 15. Have you had discipline issues in high school? 16. Do you require special accommodations? 17. Do you need support services? 18. Are you aware that you need to meet all admissions requirements and follow all codes of conduct? 19. Do you understand that you are required to complete all End of Course Tests, Georgia High School Graduation Tests and High School Requirements? 20. Are you committed to completing courses at the technical college or do you think you may choose to return to your high school? For Additional Information and Latest Rule Changes, We Recommend These Websites: Gwinnett Technical College Registration and Tuition/Fee Payment Calendar: Georgia Department of Education Questions/Answers/Rules regarding Move on When Ready: Technical College System of Georgia information about HOPE Financial Aid:

3 Pg. 3 MOVE ON WHEN READY GUIDELINES Overview Move on When Ready provides opportunities for high school juniors and seniors to enroll full- time, four courses (up to 13 semester hours), in postsecondary institutions to earn both high school and college credits simultaneously. Funding for Move on When Ready is provided through the local school system s equivalent (FTE) program count as determined by the Georgia Department of Education. The additional course cost above 13 hours is not covered through Move On When Ready funding and must be paid by the student. Student participation can be semester to semester or full year participation. Participation is only allowed during the normal fall and spring semesters of the high school and college school year. Student Eligibility Students are eligible to participate in Move on When Ready if they are entering 11th or 12th grade, as determined by the system, and spent the prior school year in attendance at a public high school in Georgia. Participating students must have been enrolled for funding purposes during the preceding October and March full-time equivalent (FTE) program counts, be a resident of Georgia for a calendar year, and be on track to graduate. Students who meet these qualifications can participate with eligible institutions once they meet their Dual Enrollment/Move On When Ready requirements in addition to the GA DOE guidelines. Students who fail a course or courses one semester can continue to participate the next semester as long as they are still on track to graduate. If class failures do occur, the student, parent and counselor should meet to review whether it is still in the best academic interest for the student to continue in the program. Eligible Institutions An eligible postsecondary institution is one that is defined in paragraph (7) of Code Section Institutions eligible to participate in the Move on When Ready Program include the following: All units of the University System of Georgia, All branches of the Technical College System of Georgia, **Some private independent nonprofit postsecondary institution eligible for tuition equalization grants **Some private proprietary postsecondary institution eligible for tuition equalization grants. **These institutions should contact Georgia Department of Education and complete the Guidelines to Determine Eligible Colleges For Move On When Ready form to verify their eligibility and submit the completed form to the Georgia Department of Education for approval. Once GADOE approval is granted the institution can begin participation. Coursework Once a Move On When Ready student is admitted to an eligible postsecondary institution, they will take all coursework at or through the postsecondary eligible institution. Move on When Ready courses must be selected from the approved MOWR course lists which have approved by the Georgia Department of Education. Students cannot take high school courses on the high school campus while enrolled as a MOWR student. Courses may be taken at the college during the traditional public school day and/or outside the regular school day hours through on-line. Learning support, remedial courses, exemption credit and summer school courses are not eligible for Move On When Ready. New courses may be added to the Move On When Ready course lists during the year through requests from the colleges or local system by specific deadlines.

4 Pg. 4 Testing Requirements Move on When Ready students must meet all state assessment requirements, including End of Course Tests, End of Pathway Assessments and any others, as referenced in State Board of Education Rule Testing Programs- Student Assessment. Students will need to participate in any required state testing or assessments at the same time and locations their local system administers testing. Move On When Ready students should be excused and allowed by the postsecondary institution to take all state required assessments. Awarding Credit Students who participate in Move on When Ready will earn high school credit as well as college credit for courses successfully completed at an eligible postsecondary institution. Credit earned must be used to meet state and local graduation requirements. Information about courses taken and credits earned should be included in the participating student s secondary school records. Secondary credit for postsecondary courses will be awarded according to the following conversion scale that began in the fall of the FY 2011 school year: One to two semester hour credits =.5 high school unit credit Three to five semester hour credits = 1 high school unit credit One to three quarter hour credits =.5 high school unit credit Four to eight quarter hour credits = 1 high school unit credit Upon completion of the course, the student shall be responsible for requesting an official transcript be sent from the postsecondary institution to the student s local school system so credit may be given to meet high school graduation requirements. Failure to do so could result in the student not graduating on time and not continuing in the Move On When Ready program. Funding For each eligible student participating in the Move On When Ready Program, the cost for full- time coursework up to 13 semester hours at an eligible institution will be paid through the Move On When Ready calculated FTE annual amount. The school FTE will be reduced by the lesser of these two amounts: 1. The actual cost of tuition, fees, books, and materials directly related to the courses taken by the eligible student at such institution less a records fee of $ per year for administration costs of the local school system; or 2. The GA DOE calculated amount that the participating eligible student would have earned if he or she had been in equivalent instructional programs in the local school system, less a records fee of $ for administration costs of the local school system. Students participating in Move on When Ready are not eligible for any other state student financial aid at an eligible institution for courses taken under the program. Move on When Ready course hours do not count against any maximum hourly caps for HOPE scholarships or grants.

5 Pg. 5 Eligible participating institutions will accept the determined Move On When Ready amount as full payment for the student s tuition and mandatory fees. If funds remain then books and materials may also be paid. Any additional course hours or costs above 13 hours are the responsibility of the student/parents/guardians and credit will only be given locally if granted by the local system. School and System Responsibilities All 10th and 11th grade students must receive general advisement information about the Move on When Ready Program, just like all the other dual enrollment programs, no later than April 1st each year. For a student who has an interest in participating, an appointment with their local counselor should be scheduled so Move On When Ready information, including all forms and documents pertaining to the program, can be shared with the student and their parents. Prior to enrolling, the parent/guardian and the student who elects to participate, will sign a Participation Consent Form stating that they have received advisement and they understand the student responsibilities that are required. The signature also verifies the student has met the advisement requirement for participation in the Move On When Ready program. Advisement information could include: The names of eligible institutions and their Move On When Ready application deadlines approved courses Information about approved academic transferable credit local and state high school graduation requirements The name of a contact person at each eligible institution for information concerning the Program Procedures for scheduling approved courses between the high school and the eligible institution The potential effect of Move On When Ready on a student completing a course and completing required high school graduation requirements Consequences of course incompletion, course failure and the possible delay of high school graduation Eligibility information for participating in extracurricular activities Student s responsibility to inform the high school if they drop course(s) before end of semester Other areas determined by state and/or local system Eligible students who do not participate after they have enrolled or fail to continue as a full- time student during a semester, must return to their local high school and complete their high school classes there. If students do not return to the high school before completion of their Move On When Ready classes, it could result in them losing credit and not graduating on time.

6 Pg. 6 Participation in High School Extracurricular Activities and Sports Students participating in the Move on When Ready Program are eligible to participate in competitive and other extracurricular activities in grades 9-12, following the provisions of State Board Rule This is allowable as long as their schedule can accommodate practices, games, etc. without interfering with their completion of postsecondary course requirements. They must also meet and maintain all GHSA s eligibility requirements. Postsecondary institutions are not required to accommodate students so they can participate in these activities. Students need to remember conflicts could occur which could prevent them from participating. Participation in College Sports Students are not eligible or allowed to participate in college competitive sports at any collegiate level. Other Move On When Ready Information For additional information please see other Move On When Ready Documentation that is available at the University System of Georgia, the Technical College of Georgia and the Georgia Department of Education s websites, as well as your local high school counselor. Links:

7 Pg. 7 GaDOE and TCSG DUAL ENROLLMENT S MOVE ON WHEN READY (MOWR) PROGRAM ADMISSIONS POLICY FORM MOWR General Admissions Policy Gwinnett Technical College will serve qualified applicants who are able to benefit from a course or program of study. Specific programs of study have admissions requirements determined by the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) and by the college. These requirements are based on criteria developed to help students determine their potential for success in that program. Placement evaluations, satisfactory academic background and performance, and other appropriate measurements are used to determine readiness for program entrance. House Bill 149 (Move on When Ready) provides an arrangement whereby an eligible student entering eleventh or twelfth grade who spent the prior school year in attendance at a public high school in Georgia may take all of his or her courses at or through an eligible institution and receive secondary credit from his or her high school with the goal of completing graduation and high school diploma requirements. Move on When Ready (MOWR) students are enrolled in both the high school and the postsecondary institution and earn credits at both. Students seeking to enroll under MOWR must meet the dual enrollment admission requirements as set by the college. Once admitted, the participating student will take all coursework at or through the college. Admission Requirements HB 149 Move on When Ready Eligibility. To be eligible for participation in Move on When Ready, a student must: a. Be a high school junior or senior seeking a high school diploma from an eligible Georgia high school, b. Be reported as enrolled in a Georgia public school for funding purposes during the preceding October and March full-time equivalent (FTE) program counts, c. Be enrolled full time in an eligible college or university or public technical college as a dual credit student taking approved college-level courses, d. Be a legal resident of Georgia, and e. Maintain satisfactory academic progress towards fulfilling applicable high school graduation requirements. College Entrance Assessment Requirements All applicants must take the COMPASS test for advisement and program placement. In lieu of COMPASS scores, applicants may submit official SAT or ACT scores, provided these scores are no more than 60 months old. If an applicant s alternative scores do not meet the College s Minimum Program Scores for program entrance, the applicant must be assessed via COMPASS. Testing information located on college website. COMPASS: Reading=79, Writing=62, Pre-Algebra=37, Algebra=37 SAT: Verbal=480, Math=440 ACT: Reading=17, English= 20, Math=19 Other Admission Requirements In addition to the above criteria, some programs may have other requirements. Please consult the appropriate section of the catalog for individual program guidelines. Website: Admission Documentation and Procedures Submit Gwinnett Technical College Application for Admission and application fee Submit a MOWR Participation Consent Form signed by the high school guidance counselor, parent and student Submit official high school transcript Submit official SAT, ACT, or COMPASS scores results taken within the last 60 months. Submit proper proof of residency Applicants for some programs are required to submit additional documentation. See program s specific information for additional requirements High School Counselors are advised to consult with the college to identify the appropriate college course number *Information subject to change please check college website for latest information and for testing and paperwork deadlines.

8 Pg. 8 General Instructions: Gwinnett Technical College Move On When Ready (MOWR) Program Application Instructions The MOWR Program is for students classified as high school juniors and seniors at accredited public schools in the state of Georgia, and is operated in all school terms except summer. The program allows students to pursue postsecondary study at approved public and private colleges and technical colleges, while receiving dual high school and college credit for courses successfully completed. Courses pursued by students under this program must come from the approved course directory available at the Georgia Department of Education website. At public postsecondary institutions, the program pays for tuition and institutional fees up to 13 credit hours. Some eligible private postsecondary institutions may qualify for MOWR. Transportation, books, supply fees, and other expenses are the responsibility of the student, including tuition for courses above the total 13 allotted credit hours and other expenses for non-mowr courses, if any are taken. Credit hours paid by the MOWR Program for the student will not count towards the limit of postsecondary hours paid for by the HOPE (Helping Outstanding Pupils Educationally) Program. Additional requirements or restrictions for participating in this program may be imposed by the high school. To apply for the Move On When Ready Program applicants need to carefully read and consider all information contained within this packet and the complete the following: 1. Complete and submit the Gwinnett Technical College application and pay $25 application fee online at 2. Complete and submit the consent form. This must be completed and signed by the student, parent, AND counselor (attachment 4) 3. Submit official high school transcript 4. Submit official eligible scores from either SAT or ACT. Students may also come to the GTC campus and take the COMPASS entrance exam. 5. Submit student driver s license, learner s permit, or state-issued ID for proof of residency. Please note that additional documents may be required. Please see attachment 2 for more information. Where to Send MOWR Application Materials: Consent form and proof of residency may be scanned and ed to HSAdmissions@GwinnettTech.edu or may be e-faxed to Please request that all official transcripts and test scores be sent to Gwinnett Technical College.

9 Pg. 9 Important Considerations (please read carefully): Please review the Checklist of Terms and Conditions (attachment 1). By signing the consent form (attachment 4) you are agreeing to all terms listed within the checklist. When meeting with the counselor to discuss the program, please have the counselor complete the Courses Required sheet (attachment 3). The counselor should list all the classes the student needs to graduate high school and can be substituted with eligible Move On When Ready college courses. *This sheet does not need to be turned in to the college but is strongly recommended that the student retains for their records and reference for registering for courses. Students must be admitted to a postsecondary institution, according to the rules of that institution, prior to participating in the MOWR Program. Approval by the high school to take postsecondary courses will not ensure that the student is admitted to the postsecondary institution. It is the student s responsibility to schedule the exact courses approved by the high school seats in some college courses may be limited, and some courses offered may not have seats available. It is the responsibility of the student, parent, high school official, and postsecondary official to retain copies of all submitted documents for their respective uses. College credit obtained at one postsecondary institution may or may not be transferred or credit to another institution the permissible credit allowed for courses taken elsewhere is determined solely by the receiving postsecondary institution. Credit hours taken under the MOWR Program will not count against the scholarship and cumulative hour caps if the student becomes a HOPE scholar. There is no book allowance for a participating MOWR student. In the case of books, the student must pay those additional costs. The student is also responsible for supply fees, lab fees, and science fees. Remember: It is the responsibility of the student and parent to make sure that the logistical requirements for MOWR participation transportation, timing, etc. can be met.

10 (Attachment 1, pg. 1) Move On When Ready Participation Guidance Checklist of Terms and Conditions This should be used in conjunction with the Participation Consent Form. Below are items to explain and emphasize when counseling students and their parents/guardians about participation in the Move On When Ready program: 1) Students must have been a legal resident of Georgia and full-time Georgia high school student during the prior year and counted in the October and March FTE counts. 2) Students must be enrolled at Gwinnett Tech full-time, 12 semester hours and maintain full-time status. Student must notify their local high school if they fall below full-time status. 3) Students need to know if they participate all year they can receive 8 units of credit, which is more than they may receive at their high school during the year. 4) Participation is limited to two years but can be as little as one semester. 5) Students seeking to enroll in the MOWR program will be expected to complete all coursework, GHSGT, and EOCT testing requirements as defined by the GADOE. 6) The coursework will be done at or through the eligible postsecondary institution. 7) Upon completion of the courses, the student shall be responsible for requesting an official transcript be sent to the student s local school system. 8) Courses can be taken beyond the regular school hours and/or through virtual courses. 9) Courses taken must meet high school graduation requirements. 10) Students must meet all graduation and high school diploma requirements. 11) The FTE (full time equivalency) funding allotted through the MOWR program is applied towards tuition of 13 credit hours. Students are responsible for fees, materials, supplies and test books. 12) Eligible students enrolled in an eligible institution for secondary credit shall not be eligible for any other state student financial aid at an eligible institution for courses taken under the program. 13) MOWR hours do not count against any hourly caps for HOPE scholarships or grants.

11 (Attachment 1, pg. 2) 14) Students high school graduation could be affected by course incompletion and/or failure. 15) Students must notify the high school if his/her full-time status changes at any time at the eligible postsecondary institution. 16) Students are responsible for their own transportation and any food costs. 17) Students are allowed to participate in high school competitive and other extracurricular events. They must meet all requirements established by the Georgia High School Association and Rule Competitive Interscholastic Activities Grades Conflicts with class requirements and scheduling could prevent the student from being able to participate. 18) Remedial and developmental courses are not available for MOWR. 19) Students who are admitted under the MOWR program will not be permitted to switch to another dual enrollment program (ACCEL or Dual) once they enroll in classes. 20) MOWR is not available during the summer. 21) Virtual courses can be used from any postsecondary institution as long as they are approved courses that meet the high school graduation requirements. 22) Students must complete all application materials required for acceptance into the college by the posted deadlines found on the GTC website. These items include: Application to Gwinnett Technical College and payment of the application fee Completed Consent form Official high school transcript Official degree level SAT, ACT or COMPASS scores Proper proof of residency - Student s Georgia-issued photo ID, plus any additional documents requested by GTC Admissions. (Optional) FERPA form. This form may be obtained in the Registrar s office on the GTC main campus. Both student and parent must be present with a photo ID. Unless this form has been lawfully completed and signed, the parent/legal guardian will have no access to the student s records, grades, attendance, etc. while participating in Move on When Ready courses. IMPORTANT: By signing the enclosed Participant Consent Form (attachment 2) you are acknowledging that you have carefully read, understand, and agree to all the terms and conditions listed in the checklist above. *Local systems may decide to add additional advisement items they feel are needed to this list.

12 (Attachment 2) PROOF OF LAWFUL PRESENCE AND GEORGIA RESIDENCY All students must provide their Georgia driver s license, Georgia learner s permit or Georgia State issued ID. If student is using a current high school identification card, the student must also provide one of the additional items listed below: An original U.S. birth certificate (NOT a photo copy) A current U.S. passport Copy of front and back of current Permanent Resident Card (I-151 or I- 551) Additional supporting documents may be required at the request of the Dual Enrollment Admissions Specialist Please scan and copy-eligible documents to HSAdmissions@GwinnettTech.edu or fax to Please bring originals to our DE Admissions Specialist, Jennifer Rodriguez, at our Gwinnett Tech campus located at 5150 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Lawrenceville, GA 30043, Building 100.

13 (Attachment 3) Courses Required *Retain this sheet for your records and use it to assist in registering for courses* Student Name: Please consult with your high school counselor regarding the courses you (the student) need in order to graduate high school. Have the counselor list the courses below. These are the courses you will need to take at a college level in order to graduate high school. For a list of approved Move On When Ready courses that are the equivalent of the high school courses listed below please contact the College Credit Now office at dualenrollment@gwinnetttech.edu or The following high school courses are to be substituted by postsecondary courses: High school Course Name High School Course Number College Course Name College Course Number

14 College Credit Now Consent Form Student Information Student Social Security #: - - Student Name: (last) (first) Student Date of Birth: (month) (day) (year) Program Information Term Beginning (check one): Fall Spring Summer Year: Program Type: (Attachment 4) (Please check only one) ACCEL Dual Joint Move On When Ready To Be Completed by High School Counselor The student below has met with the high school counseling office and is recommended to Gwinnett Technical College for participation in the College Credit Now program. Name of High School : Counselor Name : Counselor Signature: Date: **To be Completed by Gwinnett County Students ONLY** Please check if you also attend either of these schools: Maxwell High School Grayson Tech Parent/Guardian Information Name: (last) (first) Relationship to Student: Mother Father Legal Guardian Acknowledgement and Agreement By signing below, I agree that I have received and agree to all terms and conditions within the checklist given to me by a representative of the College Credit Now Program. I understand these terms and conditions may include, but are not limited to (please initial): submission of all required documents for acceptance into the College Credit Now Program at Gwinnett Technical College being fully responsible for all tuition and fees over and above any approved financial aid meeting all deadlines I further acknowledge that failure to comply will result in not being able to continue participation in the College Credit Now program with Gwinnett Technical College. I accept responsibility for any unpaid tuition, fees or penalties that may occur as a result of discontinued participation. Student Signature: Parent Signature: Date: Date: The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), a Federal law, requires that TCSG and its technical colleges, with certain exceptions, obtain a student s written consent prior to the disclosure of personally identifiable information from that student s educational records. Please scan and this form to HSAdmissions@GwinnettTech.edu or fax to our efax at