Annual Information Session �for Public Schools

Pickerington Local Schools | January 2026

Rachael Hanagan - Assistant Director of Secondary Curriculum & Programming

What is College Credit Plus?

College Credit Plus is Ohio’s dual credit program

• Students can earn high school and college credit at the same time
• Ohio residents in grades 7-12; enrolled at a public/private high school or homeschooled
• Take a variety of courses at any public and participating private college in Ohio
• Courses held at the high school (taught by Pickerington faculty), on a college campus, or online (taught by college faculty)

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ORC 3365.02, ORC 3365.03

How can students participate?

Step 1: Eligibility

• A student is eligible for the College Credit Plus program if the student meets any of the following criteria:
• Obtains a remediation-free score on one of the standard assessment exams
• Has a cumulative unweighted high school grade point average of at least 3.00
• Has a cumulative unweighted high school grade point average of at least 2.75 but less than 3.00 and received an "A" or "B" grade in a relevant high school course.

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ORC 3365.03, OAC 3333-1-65.14

How can students participate?

Step 2: College Admission

• Students must apply for admission at each institution
• Admission is reviewed per the requirements of the college or university; contact the college to find specific information
• College applications include the permission slip for mature content and a questionnaire about emotional maturity
• Colleges have the final decision on student admission

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ORC 3365.05, 3365.035, OAC 3333-1-65.3

How can students participate?

Step 3: Course Registration

• The college will discuss course options with the student, based on assessment scores, prerequisites, and other requirements
• School counselors can help students understand graduation requirements and CCP course substitutions
• Central CCP Counselor - Jennifer Dashner
• North CCP Counselor - Colby Schmitt
• CCP Advisor for PLSD - Rachael Hanagan
• High schools and colleges develop 15 and 30 credit hour pathways to help you determine your plan

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ORC 3365.13

Course Eligibility Rules

Students must complete their first 15 credits in Level I courses, which include:

• Transferable courses
• Courses in IT, Computer Science, Anatomy & Physiology, foreign language
• Courses that are part of a technical certificate
• Courses that are part of a 15- or 30-credit pathway
• Courses in study skills, academic or career success

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Course Eligibility Rules

Non-allowable courses include:

• Private applied courses with one-on-one instruction (such as performing art lessons)
• Courses with high fees
• Study abroad courses
• Physical education courses
• Pass/Fail graded courses
• Remedial courses or sectarian/religious courses

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OAC 3333-1-65.12, ORC 3365.13

What are the course options in PLSD?

English Composition II

British Literature II

Modern American Literature

Early American Literature

English Composition I

British Literature I

Introduction to Statistics

College Algebra

Trigonometry

African-American History Before 1877

Modern American History

African-American History Since 1877

American Government

Ethnic & Cultural Diversity

Note: courses are offered at the building based on number of requests, some courses may only be offered at 1 location

New for 2026-2027: Academic and Career Success

How many classes can students take?

Students may be enrolled in up to 30 credits per year, which includes high school courses:

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• Calculation: 30 – (HS units x 3) = max CCP credit hours
• Example student has 5 year-long classes at the high school:
• 30 credits - (5 high school units x 3) = 15 CCP credit hours
• The maximum number of college credits a student can complete while participating in the program is 120
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• If a student enrolls in more than 30 credits for the year, they can:
• Drop the course prior to the no-fault withdrawal date
• Pay for the entire course at the college’s standard rates (Option A)

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OAC 3333-1-65.12, ORC 3365.13

Additional Considerations

Grades

• The final grades earned in the college course are the same grade that will be on the high school transcript
• CCP course grades will be factored into the high school and college GPAs
• Grading is based on semesters (no quarterly grades will be given)

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Grade Weighting

• High schools must weight all advanced standing courses in a subject area consistently(CCP, AP, IB, Honors)

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ORC 3365.12, OAC 3333-1-65.2

Additional Considerations

Selective Service

• Male students who are at least 18 years of age and Ohio residents are required to be registered with the Selective Service System
• Students are required to provide their Selective Service number to the public college or university within 30 days of their 18th birthday
• Failure to submit the Selective Service number will result in the student not being considered a College Credit Plus participant for that semester or term
• The student will be responsible for any tuition, textbooks, or fees associated with the course(s)

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ORC 3345.32

District Issued Devices

• Recent legislature has made things a little more difficult
• Due to Student Data Privacy Laws PLSD students cannot access YouTube and Khan Academy from their district-owned device
• The district CANNOT grant access to these
• Students who are taking in-house courses will be able to access all coursework needed for the class
• Students who are taking online or on-campus courses MAY NOT be able to access some coursework (example: lockdown browsers, apps, e-texts, etc)
• Students may need to have an alternate device (cell phone, tablet, laptop, home computer) to access needed coursework

These are NOT high school courses!

• These are college courses and they follow a different set of regulations, no matter where they are offered and are not subject to PLSD policies
• These courses impact a student’s GPA and class rank, as well as athletic eligibility
• Scheduling conflicts are not the responsibility of the school district
• College courses may have a prerequisite or require a placement test
• FERPA rights transfer to the student
• Parents cannot interact with CCP Instructors, students must be the one who is communicating with the Instructor
• Parents will not be updated on grades or progress

What are differences between high school & college?

What are differences between high school & college?

What does it mean to be “college-ready”?

Being “college-ready” is more than just being academically ready

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• Consider emotional and social transition and college expectations

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• Consider time management and organizational skills

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College Readiness ≠ College Maturity

• CCP courses contain college-level material : The subject matter of a course enrolled in under the College Credit Plus program may include mature subject matter that will not be modified based upon College Credit Plus enrollee participation regardless of where course instruction occurs.

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• Students & families must sign a Mature Content Form in order to participate in the CCP program

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• College courses are more challenging and require an INDEPENDENT learner who has self-motivation and discipline and who can advocate on their behalf

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• Colleges communicate through email
• Students MUST be checking their college email regularly & communicate with the instructor using their college email

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What are benefits of participating in College Credit Plus?

Students can:

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• Earn high school and college credits at the same time
• Get a head start on career planning and earn degrees or certificate completions
• Experience college early to understand the expectations of college life
• Save tuition and textbook costs

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What are the consequences of underperforming?

Families may be asked to reimburse courses if:

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• The student does not earn a passing grade in their course
• The student withdraws after the no-fault deadline at the college

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NOTE: A student that is considered “economically disadvantaged” can not be asked to reimburse the cost of the course(s)

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ORC 3365.09, 3365.091; OAC 3333-1-65.13

What are the consequences of underperforming?

College Credit Plus Probation

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• A student will be placed on CCP probation if:
• They earn less than a cumulative 2.0 GPA in CCP courses or
• They withdraw from 2 or more courses in one academic term

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ORC 3365.09, 3365.091; OAC 3333-1-65.13

What are the consequences of underperforming?

While on CCP Probation, the student:

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• May only enroll in one College Credit Plus course for one college term (semester or quarter)
• May not enroll in a college course in the same subject in which student previously earned D, F, NC grade (or equivalent grade)
• If students on CCP probation do not increase their CCP GPA to a 2.0 or above during the probation term, they will be placed on CCP Dismissal

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ORC 3365.09, 3365.091; OAC 3333-1-65.13

What are the consequences of underperforming?�

College Credit Plus Dismissal

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• If a student does not raise their grade during the probation term, they are dismissed from CCP
• While on CCP Dismissal, students may not enroll in any College Credit Plus courses
• A student can request (appeal) to be reinstated in the program

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ORC 3365.09, 3365.091; OAC 3333-1-65.13

What are the consequences of underperforming?

Appeals for Underperformance:

CCP Probation:

• Student may appeal to take a course in the same subject in which they previously earned a non-passing grade or received no credit

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CCP Dismissal:

• Within 5 days of being dismissed, the student may submit an appeal to the secondary school to appeal CCP Dismissal or the student may appeal at the end of the CCP Dismissal semester

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Note: Each school district must have a policy describing the process for appeals

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ORC 3365.09, 3365.091; OAC 3333-1-65.13

What are the consequences of underperforming?

After HS Graduation:

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• Grades earned in CCP will remain on students’ college transcripts permanently
• If students fail or withdraw often, future financial aid may be also impacted negatively
• Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) is a requirement for financial aid
• Standards vary by institution

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ORC 3365.09, 3365.091; OAC 3333-1-65.13

What are the expenses for College Credit Plus?

Option A:

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• The family/student can choose to self-pay for college courses at the standard rate of tuition, fees, and textbooks
• Students/families should arrange a plan for payment with the college or university
• Students can choose to earn college credit and high school credit OR only college credit
• Students must inform the school of their choice of credit for courses

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ORC 3365.06

What are the expenses for College Credit Plus?

Option B:

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• The “default” or standard option for College Credit Plus
• All college course tuition, fees, and textbooks will be paid by the state of Ohio
• Supported by the school’s foundation funds and the college’s funds
• Students will earn college credit and high school credit

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ORC 3365.06

What is the cost for a CCP Course?

No cost to student or families if credit is earned.

• Families may be asked to reimburse for the course if:
• The student does not earn a passing grade in their course
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• A student withdraws from the course after the no–fault deadline at the college (typically the course drop date)
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• Cost = $41.64/credit hour (in-house), $166.55/credit hour (online/on-campus course)

• How do textbooks work?
• We have agreements set up with a number of college partners who use the “voucher” system and will bill PLSD for textbooks
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• There are several colleges who do not use a voucher system, in this case the student will need to pay for the textbook(s) and then provide the receipt to be reimbursed

What are support services are available for students?

Students receive support from both the HS and College:

• High school counselors continue to provide assistance to all College Credit Plus students

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• College advisors provide course selection assistance
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• Colleges must provide the same academic supports to CCP students such as tutoring, library access, advising, etc.

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Reminder students with an IEP or 504 must contact the college’s Disability Services department to access accommodations

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What about athletic eligibility?

Student athletes should:

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• Learn the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) requirements
• Know that summer term CCP courses cannot be used to bring a student into compliance with the OHSAA requirements for interscholastic athletic participation

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Will the course credits transfer?

• Certain general education and technical courses will transfer, especially from one Ohio public college to another Ohio public college

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• Students must check with colleges to confirm transferability

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• Students should also visit https://transfercredit.ohio.gov for transfer information

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• Students must request their own college transcript(s) to be sent to the college/university they intend to enroll in after graduation in order for the college to award them credit for the courses completed.
• This will occur spring of senior year.

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What are the deadlines?

Intent to Participate

• April 1: Complete and return the form to the school office. Submitting your form before this deadline allows you to participate in CCP for the full academic year
• November 1: If you did not submit an Intent to Participate form before the April 1 deadline, you may complete and return your form before this deadline. Submitting your form before this deadline allows you to participate in CCP during the subsequent term.

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Check ACT and SAT testing dates

• Test early to meet college/university admission deadlines (if required)

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Semester deadlines

• Summer semester deadline will be early as classes usually start in May
• Check with the college for all other semester deadlines

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Next Steps

• Contact the college and discuss assessment testing requirements
• Complete the Intent to Participate form and provide to the school office by April 1 (Full Academic Year) or by November 1 (Half Year)
• Apply for admission at the college of choice by the deadline
• Attend the required CCP Orientation at your CCP Institution
• Meet with your school counselor to discuss scheduling and graduation requirements

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How does my student enroll?

To enroll in CCP Courses at Pickerington High School Central or North:

• Register for the course in Infinite Campus during scheduling (counselors can assist in the process)
• Be aware of any prerequisites for the course (found in the Program of Studies)

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• Apply to Marion Technical College

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• Complete the Declaration of Intent
• April 1st deadline - students who are signing up for CCP courses for Summer or Fall semester, and all CCP courses to be taken at the high school
• November 1st deadline - students who are signing up for Spring semester courses either online or on-campus
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• Follow up information - including placement testing requirements - will be emailed to the student's PLSD email

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How does my student enroll? (continued)

To enroll in CCP courses either online or on the college campus (the district is not responsible for student transportation to and from a college, nor for Internet access or devices):

• Work with the CCP Counselor in your high school or contact the CCP Advisor for assistance

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• Apply to the college

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• Complete the Declaration of Intent
• April 1st deadline - students who are signing up for CCP courses for Summer or Fall semester
• November 1st deadline - students who are signing up for Spring semester courses either online or on-campus

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• Follow up information will be emailed to the email address that the student used to apply to the college

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For additional information

Please contact:

Rachael Hanagan

Assistant Director of Secondary Curriculum & Programming

Phone: (614)920-6196

Email: rachael_hanagan@plsd.us

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Or Visit the PLSD Website:

https://sites.google.com/plsd.us/secondary-curriculum/home/grades-7-12-program-of-studies/college-credit-plus

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Do you have other questions?

Visit the CCP website for additional resources:

https://highered.ohio.gov/initiatives/access-acceleration/college-credit-plus

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Follow up with us:

ODHE CCP Team (Higher Ed) CCP@highered.ohio.gov

ODEW CCP Team (K-12) CCP@education.ohio.gov

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