College Connections Concurrent Enrollment Program Fall Orientation 2016

College Connections Concurrent Enrollment Program Fall Orientation 2016

Welcome to College of San Mateo!

Benefits of Concurrent Enrollment • It’s Free! High School Students attending part-time at CSM are not required to pay Enrollment Fees. • High school students get an “early start” on your college experience. • Receive College Credit for course work completed. • When permitted, it is also possible to receive high school credit.

Who should consider Concurrent Enrollment? The program is open to all high school students with: • Approval from parents or guardians • Approval from high school counselor (or Principal or designee) • Program also open at Cañada College & Skyline College (SMCCD)

Why Concurrent Enrollment? • To gain a competitive advantage for university admission • To earn college units early so as to increase the chances of earning a college degree on time! • Save money on future college costs. • One year versus one semester.

Who should consider Concurrent Enrollment? • College courses are demanding. • Instruction at a College level. • It is recommended that high school students have at least a 2. 0 GPA (10 th grade 2. 5, and 9 th grade 3. 0) • Demonstrate readiness for the academic challenge ahead. • Discuss readiness with HS Counselor

Other Fees & Text Books High school students enrolled in 11 units or less: • not required to pay the Enrollment Fee or Health Fee (some courses may require payment of a materials fee - see course description in class schedule). • expected to purchase their own text book(s) as recommended, or required for their college classes. • Used Books (Optional)

Book Store Hours June 19 th – August 6 th Monday - Thursday 7: 45 am – 6: 00 pm Closed Friday - Sunday Fall Hours Monday-Thursday 7: 45 am - 7: 00 pm Friday 7: 45 am - 3: 00 pm collegeofsanmateo. edu/amazon (4% donation to CSM)

Concurrent Enrollment Status • Apply online – http: //collegeofsanmateo. edu/apply • Completed and submitted (to CSM) a College Connection Concurrent Enrollment Course Request Form to CSM Admissions & Records or emailed to – griegoe@smccd. edu • Satisfy Course Prerequisites Registration Block – Placement test will be required mainly in the area of Math, English, Chemistry, Physics • Register for classes on Web. SMART – https: //websmart. smccd. edu

Assessment Center • Go online to https: //websmart. smccd. edu to make an appointment • College Student ID Number - G# • Photo ID • Calculator for math test will be provided

Concurrent Enrollment Status… • Adding classes (Only add pre-approved courses) • Authorization Code - from instructor will be needed when adding a class after the semester has begun. • Register for classes on websmart – https: //websmart. smccd. edu

Log on to your Web. Smart Account • At https: //websmart. smccd. edu • Use your student ID # G 01 ----- • Your birth date is your password - two digits each for month, day & year • Once logged in, click on “Student Services” and then click on Your Class Schedule Summary. ” • Select a term: select Fall 2016 Term and then click on submit.

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The First Class • Never miss the first class – Instructors may drop you • Be on time with good conduct – (Arriving late is the same as missing class) • Be prepared (College Ready) – Review and/or purchase the nesessary book – Review the syllabus • Make Connections – Exchange contact info. with a classmate • Never MISS or be late for class

Parking Permits and Designated Parking Areas • Daily parking permit $2. 00 per day available in lots 1, 2 B, 2 C, 6 & 11 • Grace Period (First two weeks in same lots as above) Ends on August 31 st. • Purchase online on the third floor and pick up at Cashier’s Office (3 rd Flr. , Bldg 10) $52 for Fall Semester 2016

Important Dates http: //collegeofsanmateo. edu/importantdates/

College Grades • All college level coursework for which grades are issued, whether passing or failing, will become part of the students permanent academic college record. • College transcripts will be required when applying to four year institutions • In order to avoid permanent deficient grades, students should be aware of drop deadlines.

How do I receive my grades? • Final grades are not mailed upon completion of the semester. • Students can use Web. SMART to view final grades and request official transcripts (Fall final grades available January 4 th).

How do I receive High School Credit? • An official transcript will need to be sent directly to the high school if any credits have been approved and are to be used toward high school graduation. • The student must request the transcript through https: //websmart. smccd. edu

Your Concurrent Enrollment experience begins your college record • Most universities will accept transferable or bachelors level courses taken at Community Colleges to count toward the students bachelors degree.

Using College Course Work for University Credit • When requested by the university, students will send an official copy of their community college transcript for verification of college work, and for the earning of baccalaureate level honors credit where applicable.

Opportunities and Expectations • The College Connection Program provides students the opportunity to get an early start on their college experience. • A concurrently enrolled student is expected to complete all class requirements, maintain a 2. 0 grade point average or better in all college classes, and adhere to the Colleges Code of Conduct. • Faculty Office Hours are available to students as additional support

Code of Conduct – The Honor System Types of unacceptable activities which can result in sanctions or suspensions: – Cheating – Plagiarism – Texting – Other disruptive behavior

Comprehensive Support Services • Health Services • Library Access • Math labs • Psychological Services • Reading Center • Computer Lab • Tutorial Center • Disabled Students Program • Writing Center • English as a Second Language • Food Pantry • And more…

Future Enrollment… • Concurrent Enrollment Summer, Fall & Spring – You will need a new form each semester. • Freshman Enrollment – PEP Priority Enrollment Program for entering freshman • Year One Enrollment For all graduating seniors

Join the Year One Program at CSM! a first-year student success program designed to support incoming college freshmen at College of San Mateo A Summer Experience • Priority Registration • Year One Courses • Year One Counseling Year One Workshops • Speaker Series • University Trips • Year One Support Network Year One: A simple transition, a supportive community! For an application or more information, visit: collegeofsanmateo. edu/yearone or call (650)574 -6384

College Connection Concurrent Enrollment Program Estela Garcia College Recruiter – High School Relations Community Relations & Marketing (650) 574 – 6646 garciaestela@smccd. edu Erica Renee Griego Admission & Records Assistant III Student Services (650) 574 – 6417 griegoe@smccd. edu