Dual enrollment classes are classes that are offered both as a high school credit and college credit to junior and senior students. There are currently three programs available for dual credit opportunities:
eStart is a partnership between VLACS and the Community College System of New Hampshire. These are high school courses that have been designed to meet college standards. Credits earned through eStart are dual credit: high school and college. Any New Hampshire junior or senior from high school, private school, alternative school or home educated can take 100% online courses taught by CCSNH instructors. eStart follows a college calendar for registration, course schedule and finals. Tuition is just $150 per course which covers the cost of the college credit. Those credits can be used toward a degree program at CCSNH or other post secondary institutions. Course grades will be included on VLACS transcripts as well as CCSNH transcripts. (Students can request transcripts through CCSNH on their own or see Mrs. Carri for information. CCSNH will not automatically send them to students)
Senior: Gabby Bartlett
“I chose to take online classes for three reasons, they offer more challenging courses, they provide more options for NH students and VLACS’ motto of ‘Any time, any place’, that was a huge factor for me”.
eStart is a partnership between VLACS and the Community College System of New Hampshire. These are high school courses that have been designed to meet college standards. Credits earned through eStart are dual credit: high school and college. Any New Hampshire junior or senior from high school, private school, alternative school or home educated can take 100% online courses taught by CCSNH instructors. eStart follows a college calendar for registration, course schedule and finals. Tuition is just $150 per course which covers the cost of the college credit. Those credits can be used toward a degree program at CCSNH or other post secondary institutions. Course grades will be included on VLACS transcripts as well as CCSNH transcripts. (Students can request transcripts through CCSNH on their own or see Mrs. Carri for information. CCSNH will not automatically send them to students)
Senior: Gabby Bartlett
“I chose to take online classes for three reasons, they offer more challenging courses, they provide more options for NH students and VLACS’ motto of ‘Any time, any place’, that was a huge factor for me”.
uStart is a dual enrollment program available through Southern New Hampshire University to qualified juniors and seniors. The dual enrollment program provides students the opportunity to earn college credit prior to high school graduation. Qualified high school instructors teach SNHU courses in the high school during the regular school day as well as online through VLACS. Instructors teaching through this program must meet specific academic requirements to be approved to offer the course in the school for dual credit. Tuition is $100 per course.
Running Start is a partnership between the Community College System of NH (CCSNH) and area high schools. Students can earn college and high school credit while in high school, giving them a “running start” on a college degree and saving money on tuition. The community college courses are part of the daily class schedule taught at the high school by a high school teacher during the regular school day. Tuition is $150 per course. The high school teacher partners with their respective department from a NH Community College. (Currently, the Running Start classes being offered at PMHS are American Literature (for juniors) and Composition (for seniors), with Mrs. Wellington.)
NEW PROGRAM OFFERED THROUGH VLACS!!!
Learning Through College (LTCollege): A fantastic learning opportunity for high school students!
The VLACS early college program, called Learning Through College or LTCollege, offers students the opportunity to earn college credit and potentially an associates degree while attending high school! The idea behind LTCollege is that students have the capability to meet the rigorous intellectual challenges posed by college level work, especially when motivated by the opportunity to save time and money.
VLACS has partnered with Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) to offer this unique early college program. Students have the option of completing one or more college courses, completing the first year of an associate’s degree program, or completing an entire associate’s degree program while in high school. Students who earn an associates degree through this program will be invited to receive their degree at Southern New Hampshire University’s commencement ceremony.
VLACS has also partnered with the Community College System of New Hampshire (CCSNH) to offer a number of additional college courses. Some of these courses may be used to fulfill parts of the SNHU degree requirements. Each institution offers unique and exciting opportunities to students.
Southern New Hampshire University Courses:
eStart - Community College of NH Courses:
The Role of the Early College Coach
College level courses are rigorous and demanding. In order to help students successfully meet college level expectations, VLACS assigns an early college coach to every student who elects to enroll in the full-year or associate’s degree option. Early college coaches provide assistance and other supports which include:
Summary of Early College Options:
Monthly online webinars will be offered to all students enrolled in this program. During these webinars you will meet students from other parts of the state and have the opportunity to share your experiences, ask questions, and learn about topics related to being a successful college student.
Option 1: À la Carte Details
In the independent option, students review course offerings and enroll in one or more Early College Course(s). This is intended for students wanting to experience college level learning and earn a few college credits prior to graduating high school.
Option 2: First Year of College Details
The one-year option is designed for students that would like to complete the first year of a two-year associate’s degree while in high school and receive academic support and guidance from VLACS staff members. Students interested in this option will complete an application, meet with a VLACS counselor, and develop a plan of study. Once the plan of study is complete an early college academic advisor will be assigned to assist and monitor the student’s progress. Students may take the college courses over multiple high school years but will need to complete 30 college credits (10 courses) before graduation.
One-Year Guidelines:
Option 3: Associates Degree in Liberal Arts Details
The Liberal Arts Associates degree option is designed for students interested in earning an Associates Degree while in high school. Students will work with a VLACS Early College Advisor to develop a multi-year plan that will allow them to earn a Liberal Arts Associates degree through SNHU during their high school years. Students will need to earn 60 college credits (typically 20 courses) through a combination of required and elective courses.
The Liberal Arts Associates Degree allows students to develop a strong foundation in general knowledge while gaining exposure to a range of subject matter. The seven required courses will develop a strong foundation for future studies and provide valuable information workplace skills. Because these courses are part of the SNHU four-year degree core curriculum, they smoothly integrate with any of the SNHU four-year degree programs, if you choose to continue your studies at SNHU. Students who are interested in a four-year degree program should contact the SNHU admissions department.
Liberal Arts Associates Degree Guidelines:
Free Electives: 15 credits (five courses)
Liberal Arts Electives: 6 credits (two courses)
Total: 60 credits
Running Start is a partnership between the Community College System of NH (CCSNH) and area high schools. Students can earn college and high school credit while in high school, giving them a “running start” on a college degree and saving money on tuition. The community college courses are part of the daily class schedule taught at the high school by a high school teacher during the regular school day. Tuition is $150 per course. The high school teacher partners with their respective department from a NH Community College. (Currently, the Running Start classes being offered at PMHS are American Literature (for juniors) and Composition (for seniors), with Mrs. Wellington.)
NEW PROGRAM OFFERED THROUGH VLACS!!!
Learning Through College (LTCollege): A fantastic learning opportunity for high school students!
The VLACS early college program, called Learning Through College or LTCollege, offers students the opportunity to earn college credit and potentially an associates degree while attending high school! The idea behind LTCollege is that students have the capability to meet the rigorous intellectual challenges posed by college level work, especially when motivated by the opportunity to save time and money.
VLACS has partnered with Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) to offer this unique early college program. Students have the option of completing one or more college courses, completing the first year of an associate’s degree program, or completing an entire associate’s degree program while in high school. Students who earn an associates degree through this program will be invited to receive their degree at Southern New Hampshire University’s commencement ceremony.
VLACS has also partnered with the Community College System of New Hampshire (CCSNH) to offer a number of additional college courses. Some of these courses may be used to fulfill parts of the SNHU degree requirements. Each institution offers unique and exciting opportunities to students.
Southern New Hampshire University Courses:
- Enroll anytime, students work at their own pace
- Courses taught by VLACS instructors who meet the academic requirements to be an adjunct college instructor
- Courses can be used to fulfill high school graduation requirements
- Courses can be used to satisfy associate degree in liberal arts requirements at SNHU
- Some courses may be used to satisfy associate degree in liberal arts requirements at Community College System of NH campuses
- Course credit may transfer to other colleges and universities
- Associate’s degree awarded to high school students who meet all program requirements
eStart - Community College of NH Courses:
- Follows Community College System of NH calendar
- Courses taught by Community College System of NH adjunct or full-time instructors
- Courses can be used to fulfill high school graduation requirements
- Some courses may be used to satisfy associate degree in liberal arts requirements at SNHU
- Some courses may be used to satisfy associate degree in liberal arts requirements at Community College System of NH campuses
- Course credit may transfer to other colleges and universities
- No degree available to high school students
The Role of the Early College Coach
College level courses are rigorous and demanding. In order to help students successfully meet college level expectations, VLACS assigns an early college coach to every student who elects to enroll in the full-year or associate’s degree option. Early college coaches provide assistance and other supports which include:
- Connecting students with support for writing and math
- Helping students develop skills in organization, study skills, and time management
- Monitoring progress toward meeting plan of study goals
- Regular check-ins with students and parents
- Liaison with SNHU, if needed
Summary of Early College Options:
Monthly online webinars will be offered to all students enrolled in this program. During these webinars you will meet students from other parts of the state and have the opportunity to share your experiences, ask questions, and learn about topics related to being a successful college student.
- Admission to program required. Must have completed Algebra I and sophomore level English (English 10)
Option 1: À la Carte Details
In the independent option, students review course offerings and enroll in one or more Early College Course(s). This is intended for students wanting to experience college level learning and earn a few college credits prior to graduating high school.
Option 2: First Year of College Details
The one-year option is designed for students that would like to complete the first year of a two-year associate’s degree while in high school and receive academic support and guidance from VLACS staff members. Students interested in this option will complete an application, meet with a VLACS counselor, and develop a plan of study. Once the plan of study is complete an early college academic advisor will be assigned to assist and monitor the student’s progress. Students may take the college courses over multiple high school years but will need to complete 30 college credits (10 courses) before graduation.
One-Year Guidelines:
- Student will complete an Early College application
- Student will meet with a VLACS counselor to discuss and develop a plan of study
- Student will be assigned to an Early College coach
- Student will earn 30 college credits (10 courses) prior to graduating high school. Courses will be selected from the titles required for completion of an Associate’s Degree in Liberal Arts at SNHU
- Student may complete the college course work anytime between enrollment in the Early College program and graduation from high school
- Student will attend at least three monthly information and discussion sessions per year. These sessions will be led by a VLACS Early College coach and will be open to other students enrolled in the Early College program
- Student is responsible for any administrative course fees charged by SNHU.
- Student will receive an official transcript from SNHU documenting that they have completed the first year of the SNHU associate’s degree in liberal arts.
- Student will receive a VLACS transcript listing all VLACS courses and competencies successfully completed
Option 3: Associates Degree in Liberal Arts Details
The Liberal Arts Associates degree option is designed for students interested in earning an Associates Degree while in high school. Students will work with a VLACS Early College Advisor to develop a multi-year plan that will allow them to earn a Liberal Arts Associates degree through SNHU during their high school years. Students will need to earn 60 college credits (typically 20 courses) through a combination of required and elective courses.
The Liberal Arts Associates Degree allows students to develop a strong foundation in general knowledge while gaining exposure to a range of subject matter. The seven required courses will develop a strong foundation for future studies and provide valuable information workplace skills. Because these courses are part of the SNHU four-year degree core curriculum, they smoothly integrate with any of the SNHU four-year degree programs, if you choose to continue your studies at SNHU. Students who are interested in a four-year degree program should contact the SNHU admissions department.
Liberal Arts Associates Degree Guidelines:
- Student will complete an Early College application
- Student will meet with a VLACS counselor to discuss and develop a plan of study
- Student will be assigned to an Early College coach
- Student will earn 60 college credits (20 courses) prior to graduating high school. Courses will be selected from the titles required for completion of an Associate’s Degree in Liberal Arts at SNHU.
- Student may complete the college course work anytime between enrollment in the Early College program and graduation from high school
- Student will attend at least four monthly information and discussion sessions per year. These sessions will be led by a VLACS Early College coach and will be open to other students enrolled in the Early College program
- Student is responsible for any administrative course fees charged by SNHU.
- Student will receive an official transcript from SNHU following completion of one-year of college level courses
- Student will receive an Associates degree and transcript from SNHU following completion of the requirements listed below.
- Student will have the option to receive his/her degree at the SNHU commencement ceremony
- Student will receive a VLACS transcript listing all VLACS courses and competencies successfully completed
- COM-212: Public Speaking
- ENG-120: College Composition I
- ENG-200: Sophomore Seminar
- FAS-201: Introduction to Humanities I
- FAS-202: Introduction to Humanities II
- IT-100: Introduction to Information Technology
- HIS ELE – Students may select one History elective
- LIT ELE – Students may select one Literature elective
- PHL ELE – Students may select one Philosophy elective
- SCI ELE – Students may select one Science elective
- MAT-130: Applied Finite Mathematics
- MAT-135: The Heart of Mathematics
- MAT-140: Precalculus
- MAT-210: Applied Calculus I
- MAT-211: Applied Calculus II
- MAT-230: Discrete Mathematics
- MAT-240: Applied Statistics
- MAT-299: Mathematical Proof and Problem Solving
- General Education Core – Social and Behavioral Science (ESBS)
Free Electives: 15 credits (five courses)
Liberal Arts Electives: 6 credits (two courses)
Total: 60 credits