Alaska Middle College School (AMCS) Information and Application Night Overview

undefined
 
W
e
l
c
o
m
e
 
t
o
 
I
n
f
o
r
m
a
t
i
o
n
&
 
A
p
p
l
i
c
a
t
i
o
n
 
N
i
g
h
t
 
 
 
All participants microphones are muted to reduce
sound interference during the presentation.
 
Please submit your questions through the chat feature
at the bottom of the screen. An AMCS staff member
will read the question at the end of the presentation
during the Q&A session.
 
 
a
s
d
k
1
2
.
o
r
g
/
a
m
c
s
 
What is 
Alaska Middle College School
?
(AMCS)
 
Is a collaboration between ASD and UAA
AMCS is a dual enrollment program located
on King Tech High School and UAA Campus
 Goals
Transition support for students completing college credit
while still in high school & meeting graduation requirements
 Outcomes
Primary Outcome: Completion of high school diploma
requirements using a combination of college and high school
credits
Secondary Outcome: Completion of college course credits
P
o
t
e
n
t
i
a
l
 
t
o
 
e
a
r
n
 
a
 
U
A
A
 
A
s
s
o
c
i
a
t
e
 
o
f
 
A
r
t
s
 
D
e
g
r
e
e
 
o
r
c
e
r
t
i
f
i
c
a
t
e
 
Who
 should consider applying?
 
ASD Juniors and Seniors (fall) who are:
Ready to step into a college environment
Ready to accept college-level independence
Qualify to take college-level math 
and/or
 writing
 
What does 
ready 
mean?
Shows academic preparedness
Maintains strong attendance record
Demonstrates maturity, responsibility & independence
 
Who Covers the 
Cost
?
 
Anchorage School District pays for
UAA Tuition, Fees, and books
Bus Transportation 
(when budget/staffing allows)
High School Staff
 
A
S
D
 
d
o
e
s
 
n
o
t
 
p
a
y
 
f
o
r
:
Personal use items (lab goggles, lab coats, etc.)
Internet
UAA parking Permit
Summer courses and certain elective courses
(student is responsible for all costs)
 
High School Primary v. Affiliate Enrollment
 
D
e
g
r
e
e
:
 
A
M
C
S
 
i
s
 
p
r
i
m
a
r
y
 
e
n
r
o
l
l
m
e
n
t
:
Diploma issued from AMCS
Honor Grad status through AMCS
Assigned counselor through AMCS
Yearbook Staff
Graduation ceremony
 
C
e
r
t
i
f
i
c
a
t
e
:
 
A
f
f
i
l
i
a
t
e
 
i
s
 
p
r
i
m
a
r
y
Diploma issued from affiliate school
Honor Grad status through affiliate school
No Assigned counselor through AMCS
 
 
 
 
High School Primary v. Affiliate Enrollment
 
Students can maintain involvement with
affiliate school (some limitations):
Single course enrollment (degree programs)
Theater
Choir
Immersion
ROTC
Student life activities
Athletics
Prom
/dances
Graduation ceremony
Degree: may walk at affiliate high school
graduation
 
 
 
 
 
Can students still play 
sports
?
 
Students can participate in athletics at their
affiliate high school
 
All ASAA athletic eligibility rules apply
 
Student must take a full schedule, the
equivalent of 3.0 high school credits each
semester.
 
Athletic eligibility is only determined on a
semester basis through AMCS
Student cannot regain athletic eligibility at the
quarter because UAA does not issue quarter grades
 
Dual Enrollment
ASD 
and
 UAA
 
AMCS students are both ASD
& UAA students. They follow:
ASD Calendar
UAA Calendar
UAA Student Handbook
ASD Student Handbook
UAA Student Code of Conduct
ASD Student Code of Conduct
Examples: In-Service Days & Closure Days
 
UAA 
Advising
 
Once students have been formally accepted,
they should
 email a 
UAA Middle College Advisor
t
o s
chedule an hour-long appointment
 
Middle College Advisor
Heather Brekke
hlbrekke@alaska.edu
 
Transfer Credits
 
Transferability of credits is determined by
accepting university
Middle College advisor works with students
to align courses
Important to keep a copy of all UAA course
syllabi for your records
First Year Freshmen or Transfer Student?
 
To look at transfer credit
 
 
 
T
h
e
 
U
n
i
v
e
r
s
i
t
y
 
o
f
 
A
l
a
s
k
a
 
A
n
c
h
o
r
a
g
e
 
h
a
s
 
b
e
e
n
 
a
c
c
r
e
d
i
t
e
d
 
b
y
 
t
h
e
 
N
o
r
t
h
w
e
s
t
 
C
o
m
m
i
s
s
i
o
n
 
o
n
 
C
o
l
l
e
g
e
s
 
a
n
d
 
U
n
i
v
e
r
s
i
t
i
e
s
 
(
N
W
C
C
U
)
 
s
i
n
c
e
 
1
9
7
4
.
 
Activities at UAA
 
Middle College students are permitted to participate in university
clubs, sports, and activities when they turn 18, they can
participate in some activities before they are 18 years old
 
Middle College students can work on campus as student worker
when they turn 18 years old
 
 
 
Campus Safety
 
Always use caution and follow university safety guidelines
 
AMCS students are in classes with the normal university population
 
Students should report any unwanted, inappropriate, or
questionable behaviors to a Middle College staff member
 
Study groups should take place on campus or online
 
Schedule: 
College - Degree
 
Schedule: 
College +
 
High School
 
Schedule:
 
College +
 
High School +
 
Affiliate School
 
Schedule: 
College - Certificate + 
High School
 
Schedule: 
College +
 
High School
 
What are the Science, LA & Math 
Advisories?
 
High school support for college enrollment
Attendance is required first semester,
subsequently may be required based on
college grades
 
Credit class – .5 elective credit
Course expectations are determined by the
instructor.
Pass/fail
Dedicated space to complete college work
Academic support by certificated ASD teacher
 
What are the Junior and Senior Seminars
?
 
Junior seminar
Career exploration and career identification
education requirements
Identify top three universities/colleges
Schedule visits in the summer
Financial Planning
Identifying scholarships
Senior seminar
Submitting college and scholarship
applications
Prepare for financial aid application
 
How do we determine 
full-time status 
?
 
A
 
s
t
u
d
e
n
t
 
m
u
s
t
 
b
e
 
f
u
l
l
-
t
i
m
e
 
m
e
a
n
s
 
t
h
e
 
s
t
u
d
e
n
t
 
i
s
e
n
r
o
l
l
e
d
 
i
n
 
t
h
r
e
e
 
(
9
-
c
o
l
l
e
g
e
 
c
r
e
d
i
t
s
)
 
c
o
l
l
e
g
e
 
c
l
a
s
s
e
s
w
h
i
c
h
 
e
q
u
a
l
s
 
3
 
h
i
g
h
 
s
c
h
o
o
l
 
c
r
e
d
i
t
s
.
 
Application Process
 
Communication:  Email!
 
Step 1
: Complete applications and set UAA password
For instructions on how to apply go to AMCS and UAA,
https://www.asdk12.org/Page/16147
 
Step 2:
 Complete placement tests and UAA Student/Parent Agreement form
Test are proctored and you must register to take each test
 
Step 3:
 Application Review and Notice of Invite via of Email
 
Step 4:
 Advising appointments and Orientation
Watch Induction Video and schedule appointment with UAA advisor
Attend student orientation (week before first day of college classes)
 
Help us spread the word about AMCS...
 
Tell all your friends, relatives, coworkers,
or anyone else you think would benefit
from this awesome opportunity!
undefined
 
Questions?
Slide Note

Kern - please advise

Embed
Share

Explore what Alaska Middle College School (AMCS) offers through a collaboration between ASD and UAA, focusing on dual enrollment, transition support, and the potential to earn a high school diploma alongside college credits, including the opportunity to achieve a UAA Associate of Arts degree. Learn about admission criteria, cost coverage, primary and affiliate enrollment options, and ways students can engage with their affiliate school while participating in AMCS.

  • AMCS
  • Dual Enrollment
  • High School Diploma
  • College Credits
  • UAA Associate Degree

Uploaded on Sep 17, 2024 | 0 Views


Download Presentation

Please find below an Image/Link to download the presentation.

The content on the website is provided AS IS for your information and personal use only. It may not be sold, licensed, or shared on other websites without obtaining consent from the author. Download presentation by click this link. If you encounter any issues during the download, it is possible that the publisher has removed the file from their server.

E N D

Presentation Transcript


  1. Welcome to Information & Application Night All participants microphones are muted to reduce sound interference during the presentation. Please submit your questions through the chat feature at the bottom of the screen. An AMCS staff member will read the question at the end of the presentation during the Q&A session. asdk12.org/amcs

  2. What is Alaska Middle College School? (AMCS) Is a collaboration between ASD and UAA AMCS is a dual enrollment program located on King Tech High School and UAA Campus Goals Transition support for students completing college credit while still in high school & meeting graduation requirements Outcomes Primary Outcome: Completion of high school diploma requirements using a combination of college and high school credits Secondary Outcome: Completion of college course credits Potential to earn a UAA Associate of Arts Degree or certificate

  3. Who should consider applying? ASD Juniors and Seniors (fall) who are: Ready to step into a college environment Ready to accept college-level independence Qualify to take college-level math and/or writing What does ready mean? Shows academic preparedness Maintains strong attendance record Demonstrates maturity, responsibility & independence

  4. Who Covers the Cost? Anchorage School District pays for UAA Tuition, Fees, and books Bus Transportation (when budget/staffing allows) High School Staff ASD does not pay for: Personal use items (lab goggles, lab coats, etc.) Internet UAA parking Permit Summer courses and certain elective courses (student is responsible for all costs)

  5. High School Primary v. Affiliate Enrollment Degree: AMCS is primary enrollment: Diploma issued from AMCS Honor Grad status through AMCS Assigned counselor through AMCS Yearbook Staff Graduation ceremony Certificate: Affiliate is primary Diploma issued from affiliate school Honor Grad status through affiliate school No Assigned counselor through AMCS

  6. High School Primary v. Affiliate Enrollment Students can maintain involvement with affiliate school (some limitations): Single course enrollment (degree programs) Theater Choir Immersion ROTC Student life activities Athletics Prom/dances Graduation ceremony Degree: may walk at affiliate high school graduation

  7. Can students still play sports? Students can participate in athletics at their affiliate high school All ASAA athletic eligibility rules apply Student must take a full schedule, the equivalent of 3.0 high school credits each semester. Athletic eligibility is only determined on a semester basis through AMCS Student cannot regain athletic eligibility at the quarter because UAA does not issue quarter grades

  8. Dual Enrollment ASD and UAA AMCS students are both ASD & UAA students. They follow: ASD Calendar UAA Calendar UAA Student Handbook ASD Student Handbook UAA Student Code of Conduct ASD Student Code of Conduct Examples: In-Service Days & Closure Days

  9. UAA Advising Once students have been formally accepted, they should email a UAA Middle College Advisor to schedule an hour-long appointment Middle College Advisor Heather Brekke hlbrekke@alaska.edu

  10. Transfer Credits Transferability of credits is determined by accepting university Middle College advisor works with students to align courses Important to keep a copy of all UAA course syllabi for your records First Year Freshmen or Transfer Student? To look at transfer credit The University of Alaska Anchorage has been accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) since 1974.

  11. Activities at UAA Middle College students are permitted to participate in university clubs, sports, and activities when they turn 18, they can participate in some activities before they are 18 years old Middle College students can work on campus as student worker when they turn 18 years old Campus Safety Always use caution and follow university safety guidelines AMCS students are in classes with the normal university population Students should report any unwanted, inappropriate, or questionable behaviors to a Middle College staff member Study groups should take place on campus or online

  12. Schedule: College - Degree MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY WRTG A111 Distance Blackboard 8:30 am 9:45 am MATH A151 RH 211 MATH A151 RH 211 10:00 am 11:15 am 11:30 am 12:45 pm UNIV A150 Distance WEB 1:00 pm 2:15 pm 2:30 pm 3:45 pm

  13. Schedule: College + High School MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY WRTG A111 Distance Blackboard 8:30 am 9:45 am MATH A151 RH 211 MATH A151 RH 211 10:00 am 11:15 am LA Advisory 11:30 am 12:45 pm UNIV A150 Distance WEB Math Advisory 1:00 pm 2:15 pm 2:30 pm 3:45 pm

  14. Schedule: College + High School + Affiliate School MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 8:30 am 9:45 am Orchestra Orchestra Orchestra Orchestra MATH A151 RH 211 MATH A151 RH 211 10:00 am 11:15 am WRTG A111 Distance Blackboard LA Advisory 11:30 am 12:45 pm UNIV A150 DIST WEB Math Advisory 1:00 pm 2:15 pm 2:30 pm 3:45 pm

  15. Schedule: College - Certificate + High School

  16. Schedule: College + High School

  17. What are the Science, LA & Math Advisories? High school support for college enrollment Attendance is required first semester, subsequently may be required based on college grades Credit class .5 elective credit Course expectations are determined by the instructor. Pass/fail Dedicated space to complete college work Academic support by certificated ASD teacher

  18. What are the Junior and Senior Seminars? Junior seminar Career exploration and career identification education requirements Identify top three universities/colleges Schedule visits in the summer Financial Planning Identifying scholarships Senior seminar Submitting college and scholarship applications Prepare for financial aid application

  19. How do we determine full-time status ? A student must be full-time means the student is enrolled in three (9-college credits) college classes which equals 3 high school credits. Credit issued by college Credit equivalency for ASD 1-2 college credit course .5 ASD credit 3-4 college credit course (most courses) 1.0 ASD credit 5-6 college credit course 1.5 ASD credit High School Credits College Credits High School Requirement College Course HIST A131 OR A132 3 US History 1 WRTG A111 3 ENGLISH III or IV 1 US Government SS Elective .5 .5 PS A101 OR A102 3

  20. Application Process Communication: Email! Step 1: Complete applications and set UAA password For instructions on how to apply go to AMCS and UAA, https://www.asdk12.org/Page/16147 Step 2: Complete placement tests and UAA Student/Parent Agreement form Test are proctored and you must register to take each test Step 3: Application Review and Notice of Invite via of Email Step 4: Advising appointments and Orientation Watch Induction Video and schedule appointment with UAA advisor Attend student orientation (week before first day of college classes)

  21. Help us spread the word about AMCS... Tell all your friends, relatives, coworkers, or anyone else you think would benefit from this awesome opportunity!

  22. Questions?

More Related Content

giItT1WQy@!-/#giItT1WQy@!-/#giItT1WQy@!-/#giItT1WQy@!-/#giItT1WQy@!-/#giItT1WQy@!-/#giItT1WQy@!-/#giItT1WQy@!-/#giItT1WQy@!-/#