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New Credit/College Credit

 

Would you like to earn additional credit in high school to either graduate early or obtain for college credit?

North Carolina Virtual Public School (NCVPS) allows students to take a course online either while at school or at home. NCVPS mission is to provide skills, student support, and opportunities for 21st century learners to succeed in a globally competitive world. We offer over 72 courses-including Advanced Placement (AP), world language, and credit recovery courses-to students across the state of North Carolina. The courses utilize the Blackboard course management software to maximize student interaction in each class. Our courses are taught by highly qualified teachers who utilize video, interactive whiteboards, wikis, and online discussion tools to engage 21st century learners. Go to
www.NCVPS.org  for more information.

UNCG iSchool is a program developed by UNCG through which you can enroll in selected college courses offered on your high school campus during the regular school day. Most college-bound juniors and seniors who are willing to work hard may successfully complete one or more courses per year. Check with your school counselor for information about other requirements. Go to
http://ischool.uncg.edu  for more information.
Check out the iSchool videos at
http://www.youtube.com/uncgreensboro

Learn and Earn Online
Qualified students in participating public high schools can take a variety of online college-credit courses at no cost to them or to their families. Students earn both high school and college credit for completed courses.
Go to:
http://www.nclearnandearn.gov/learnEarnOnline.aspx 
http://www.nclearnandearn.gov/#

Consult with your school counselor regarding FTF and Catawba County Schools policies guiding the availability and process to participate in these opportunities.

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