Early College Access at MVHS

This program of college level coursework includes rigorous requirements and more work than the typical college preparatory course and carries a weight factor of 1.25 on the weighted grading scale. In addition, upon completion of the curriculum, students are encouraged to take the national AP exam for the course(s) and may be able to earn college credit depending on their performance on the exam. Colleges then determine whether or not to grant college credit or placement in a more advanced course during freshman year. Courses are taught by trained AP teachers and classes are held at Mounds View High School and Irondale High School. Options include: English Language & Composition English Literature & Composition English Lang & Comp Seminar Biology Chemistry Physics 1 Physics C: Mechanics Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism US Government & Politics Comparative Government & Politics Human Geography US History World History Macroeconomics Microeconomics Psychology European History Calculus AB Calculus BC Statistics French Language & Culture Spanish Computer Science Principles Computer Science A Studio Art

For more information on AP Courses, visit the College Board website: https://apstudent.collegeboard.org

IMPORTANT! Looking Ahead: The MV Advanced Placement webpage includes additional information for students and families..

College in the Schools (CIS)

This program is in conjunction with the University of Minnesota. Seniors who meet requirements may enroll and earn 4 semester credits at the U of M, while meeting Mounds View High School English, Math and Science graduation requirements. Selected other colleges and universities will accept these credits as well. Options include:

Accounting Hybrid Accounting Advanced Accounting Hybrid Advanced Accounting Advanced Marketing (DECA) Personal & Business Law Business Applications Business Entrepreneurship Business Management College Financial Accounting Fashion Marketing How to Make Almost Anything 2 Auto Technology 1&2 Interactive Media Introduction to Marketing (DECA) Personal Finance Photoshop for Publishing Sports, Entertainment, & Hospitality Marketing Wealth Building Web Page Design Word Processing for College Child Psychology & Development Housing & Interior Design Digital Photography 1 Introduction to Careers (Skills USA) Advanced Careers (Skills USA)

CIS Introduction to Literature CIS University Writing

CIS Basic & Applied Statistics CIS Introductory College Physics

Articulated College Credit (ACC)

College credit associated with courses that have an articulation agreement with Mounds View Public Schools makes it possible for students (grade 10-12) to earn college credit. ACC courses are offered in the areas of Art, Business & Marketing Education, Family & Consumer Science and Career & Technical Education. For more information on ACC courses, visit the CTE website: http://ctecreditmn.com/. Course options include:

College-Level Examination Program (CLEP)

The College Board’s College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) has been the most widely trusted credit-by-examination program for over 40 years, accepted by 2,900 colleges and universities and administered in more than 1,700 test centers. This rigorous program allows students of a wide range of ages and backgrounds to demonstrate their mastery of college-level material in introductory subjects and earn college credit. Students can earn credit for what they already know by getting qualifying scores on any of the 33 examinations. Students interested in CLEP should meet with their dean and visit this website: https://clep.collegeboard.org/exams

Post-secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) is a program that allows students in grades 10-12 to earn both high school and college credit while still in high school, through enrollment in and successful completion of college-level, nonsectarian courses at eligible participating post-secondary institutions. Most PSEO courses are offered on the campus of the post-secondary institution; some courses are offered online. Each participating college or university sets its own requirements for enrollment into the PSEO courses. Students in grades 11 and 12 may take PSEO courses on a full- or part-time basis; 10th graders may take one career/technical PSEO course. If they earn at least a grade C in that class, they may take additional PSEO courses.

There is no charge to PSEO students for tuition, books or fees for items that are required to participate in a course. Students must meet the PSEO residency and eligibility requirements and abide by participation limits specified in Minnesota Statutes, section 124D.09. Funds are available to help pay transportation expenses for qualifying students to participate in PSEO courses on college campuses. Schools must provide information to all students in grades 8-11 and their families by March 1, every year. Students must notify their school by May 30, if they want to participate in PSEO for the following school year. For current information about the PSEO program, visit the Minnesota Department of Education’s (PSEO) website. http://education.state.mn.us/MDE/fam/dual/pseo/

Hybrid Introduction to Art College Short Stories College Interpersonal Communication College Writing College Algebra College Precalculus Hybrid College Music Appreciation Online College Personal & Community Health College Biology College Chemistry College Environmental Science College History of Immigration & Ethnicity College American Sign Language 2

Anoka-Ramsey Community College (ARCC)

Through an agreement with Anoka-Ramsey Community College (ARCC), students take Early College courses at Mounds View High School during the regular school day from credentialed District teachers who have partnered with an ARCC faculty mentor. There are occasional opportunities for students to visit the ARCC campus to participate in Early College campus activities. To earn college credit in a dual enrollment course, students must earn at least a C average on the ARCC grading scale and demonstrate proficiency in all essential outcomes. Students will need to meet program and course eligibility to participate.

For a printer-friendly brochure summarizing the Early College program, visit the Mounds View website: https://www.moundsviewschools.org/cms/lib/MN01909629/Centricity/Domain/1557/ec_program.pdf

With the Early College program, post-secondary success is becoming more attainable for all students and the opportunity to earn an associate degree is now a reality for many students. ARCC course options include:

Mounds View Public Schools offers our students the opportunity to explore a variety of careers through specific coursework aligned to industry pathways. Exploration continues with exposure to industry experiences that allow students to follow their interests and prepare for further post-secondary study, training or work opportunities. Through the Pathways program, Irondale and Mounds View High School students are exploring more options as they plan for post-secondary success. Watch the video to learn more, then find specific course information in the 2022-23 high school course registration guide.

Business

Recommended Business Core Courses:

Accounting I and Advanced Accounting Marketing and Advanced Marketing Business Ethics Business Applications Business Management

Recommended General Education Courses:

ARCC College Writing or AP Language and Composition or CIS Composition ARCC Biology ARCC Environmental Science ARCC College Algebra or CIS Stats AP Microeconomics or Microeconomics CLEP AP Macroeconomics or Macroeconomics CLEP ARCC Art or Music Appreciation

Information Technology

Recommended Business Core Courses:

Accounting I and Advanced Accounting Marketing and Advanced Marketing Business Management Webpage Design

Recommended General Education Courses:

ARCC College Writing or AP Language and Composition or CIS Composition ARCC Biology ARCC College Algebra or AP Calculus AP Computer Science AP Stats AP Microeconomics or Microeconomics CLEP AP Macroeconomics or Macroeconomics CLEP ARCC Art or Music Appreciation, or Short Stories AP Government, Sociology CLEP or Econ CLEP