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Fall 2024 dual-credit courses now posted

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DUAL CREDIT/COLLEGE CREDIT LEARNING INFORMATION

A variety of dual credit learning opportunities are offered at Wahoo High School. Students and parents need to carefully research the needs/wants of the student as well as the prerequisites required by the college to take such courses. Students may be required to have taken the ACT (4-year college entrance test), or a 2-year college's entrance exam (in Nebraska, this is typically called the Accuplacer test) prior to being allowed to enroll in dual credit classes. Scores from these tests must meet the college's prerequisite for the course the student is interested in taking as a high school student. Wahoo High School must comply with the college's prerequisite requirements.
 
Students and parents need to determine whether a college the student is applying to for admission will accept the dual credit courses the student plans to take in high school as transfer credit to that college. Parents and students will be solely responsible to the college for any concerns that may arise regarding attendance, student grades, deadlines, tuition, books, fees, transcripts, etc., since college-only courses are outside Wahoo High School's authority and control. Students and their parent/guardians are responsible for all college costs, which include: college tuition, fees, textbooks, as well as knowing the college's drop/add or withdraw dates. Financial assistance may be available for students who meet free/reduced lunch guidelines. See the high school counselor for more information.
 
Most college programs offered at WHS require a minimum registration requirement of eight (8) students before a college agrees to offer the course. If one registered student drops a dual credit course the remaining seven (7) registered students may be forcibly dropped from the course as well. This causes serious scheduling issues with all of the WHS students involved in dual credit courses as well as reluctance on the college's part to continue to offer dual credit courses for WHS students. Wahoo High School may assess a fee to students who drop a dual credit class after submitting their college registration form or drop a dual credit class after the college’s established drop deadline.
 
Dual credit enrollment courses are offered through a statewide consortium, consisting of numerous Nebraska high schools and two-year and four-year colleges. Wahoo High School typically participates in dual enrollment course that are offered through Southeast Community College (SCC).  Dual credit courses are NOT to replace required classes for graduation at WHS. For example, American History after 1877 cannot replace WHS's U.S. History, but students may take both during the same semester.
 

Typically, enrollment of high school students in dual credit courses is limited to students age 16 or older who have demonstrated the ability to be successful in college level courses.  Classes taken for college credit will be recorded on a permanent college transcript unless the student drops a class prior to the established deadline. Regular tuition and fees will be charged and billed to the student. Parents are responsible for all tuition and fees. Students enrolled must abide by all the colleges rules and regulations including drop deadlines for tuition refunds. Students are responsible for completing drop/add forms and contacting and informing the college for adding or dropping a course and all subsequent costs/fees. Failing dual credit classes has consequences and may cause a student to be ineligible for Federal Financial Aid after graduation. If payment is not received, the college reserves the right to withdraw the student or place a "hold" on the student's account which will affect the ability to register for future classes and/or to receive official college transcripts. Students are responsible to follow the college's calendar for class. There will be times when Wahoo High School will NOT be in session, when the college WILL be in session, and vice versa.
 
If a student transfers out of Wahoo High School prior to the end of a semester and completion of a dual credit class, the student needs to anticipate that s/he will be billed for all tuition and fees. The high school transcript may reflect a W/F for the dual college course. It is extremely important for students and parent/guardians to determine if there is a high level of commitment in taking any dual credit class at the time the student registers for class.
 
Collegiate textbooks can be ordered online from the SCC bookstore (www.sccbookstore.com). Students taking a dual credit course taught by WHS instructors should check with the instructor prior to ordering textbooks. Students should plan to have textbooks on or prior to the first day of classes. Online or adjunct college professors will use students’ email accounts to contact them prior to the first day of classes to give instructions on how to use the college resources. Students must regularly check their email accounts to stay current with communication.

DUAL CREDIT CLASSES - CORE CURRICULUM

AMERICAN HISTORY AFTER 1877
Grades: 12.  Semester-long course. American History - HIST 2020 
Prerequisite: Appropriate college placement score.
Rank Weighting: 0
Note: Dual enrollment through Southeast Community College. Generally offered in the spring semester, this is an online class.
 
A survey of American history from the end of the Civil War to the present. Emphasis is on the political, economic, cultural, and social issues that arise in America's development as a global power.
 
APPLIED STATISTICS
Grades: 11-12.  Semester-long course. Applied Statistics – MATH 2170
Prerequisite: Minimum ACT Math score of 23 OR a 91-120 score in Elementary Algebra or 31-60 in College Level Math on the Accuplacer test.
Rank Weighting: 1
Note: Dual enrollment through Southeast Community College. Course offered each day for one semester.  Taught onsite by Mrs. Nuckolls.
 
The practical application of statistical thinking to contemporary issues; collection and organization of data; probability distributions; statistical inference; estimation; and hypothesis testing.
 
COMPARATIVE RELIGIONS
Grades: 12.  Semester-long course. Comparative Religions. – RELS 2610 
Prerequisite: “C” or better in ENGL 1010 – Composition 1
Rank Weighting: 0
Note: Dual enrollment through Southeast Community College. Generally offered in the spring, this is an online class.
 
This course will offer a cross-cultural introduction to the world’s major religious/ philosophical traditions or faith systems through a comparison of historical origins, rituals, beliefs, practices, worldviews, original religious texts and other important sources. Interdisciplinary approach to study of religion and various approaches to study of religious systems are a part of the course assessment.
 
COLLEGE ALGEBRA
Grades: 12.  Semester-long course.  (First or Second semester) College Algebra – MATH 1150
Prerequisite: A grade of “B” or better in Algebra 2 or Precalculus (both S1 and S2) OR a minimum ACT Math score of 23 OR a 91-120 score in Elementary Algebra or 31-60 in College Level Math on the Accuplacer test.
Rank Weighting: 1
Note: Dual enrollment through Southeast Community College. Course offered each day for one semester.  Taught onsite by Mrs. Nuckolls.
 
This course is a study of college algebra with emphasis on functions in preparation for advanced math and science coursework. This course is the study of relations, functions and their graphs, equations and inequalities, polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, systems of equations and inequalities. A graphing calculator may be required.
 
COMPOSITION 1
Grades: 12.  Semester-long course. Composition 1 – ENGL 1010
Prerequisite: Must have Accuplacer test acceptable score or an ACT Reading score of 19 or higher.
Rank Weighting: 1
Note: Dual enrollment through Southeast Community College. Course offered each day (fall semester) for one semester.  Taught onsite by Mr. Fangman.
 
Composition I offers instructional practice in the techniques of effective writing. The process of planning, writing, revising, and editing essays for particular audiences and purposes and research-related skills are also emphasized.
 
COMPOSITION 2
Grades: 12.  Semester-long course. Composition 2 – ENGL 1020
Prerequisite: Must pass ENGL 1010 with a “C” or better.
Rank Weighting: 1
Note: Dual enrollment through Southeast Community College. Course offered each day (spring semester) for one semester.  Taught onsite by Mr. Fangman.
 
Students engage in both written work and critical reading to acquire skills in researching, evaluating sources, citing sources appropriately, and recognizing elements of arguments. This course prepares students for professional, academic, and civic engagement beyond the classroom.
 

INTRODUCTION TO LITERATURE
Grades: 12.  Semester-long course. (2nd Semester only) Intro. to Literature – ENGL 2100
Prerequisite: Must pass ENGL 1010 with a “C” or better or Accuplacer test acceptable English score.
Rank Weighting: 1
Note: Dual enrollment through Southeast Community College. Course offered each day (spring semester) for one semester.  Taught onsite by Mrs. Larsen.
 
Introduction to the major genres and conventions associated with literature. Includes fiction, poetry, and drama. By employing critical reading/thinking skills and analytical and creative writing skills, students will understand literature more fully. Students will be exposed to a range of authors representing a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
 
COLLEGE PUBLIC SPEAKING
Grades: 12.  Semester-long course. COMM 1110 (SCC)  
Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 1010 or Accuplacer test acceptable score.
Rank Weighting: 1
Note: Dual enrollment through Doane University or SCC.Course generally offered each day (fall semester) for one semester. Taught onsite by Mrs. Larsen.
 
This course will assist the student to master the skills required of speaking in today's workplace. This course will focus on the organization, preparation, research, and evidence needed for a presentation that is tailored to fit the audience. This course will enhance the student's listening skills which will assist them in everyday situations.

If you have any questions regarding these dual-credit courses, please contact Wahoo High School Counselor John Harris (402-443-4332 ext. 3229, email jharris@wahoowarriors.org).