San Francisco Unified School District and County Office of Education
Board Policy 6172.1
Dual Enrollment in College Classes
This Board Policy applies to the San Francisco Unified School District and the County Office of Education.
The Governing Board desires to provide opportunities for eligible District students to dual enrollment in courses offered at postsecondary institutions in order to foster individual student achievement, increase opportunities for students to complete college preparatory course requirements or career technical education preparation, and prepare students for a smooth transition into college by providing exposure to the collegiate environment.
(cf. 6143 – Courses of Study)
(cf. 6172 – Gifted and Talented Student Program)
(cf. 6178 – Career Technical Education)
(cf. 6178.2 – Regional Occupational Center/Program)
A student may receive credit toward high school graduation requirements in addition to credit received from the college if the course is approved in advance and meets the criteria in Board Policy and Regulation.
(cf. 6146.1 – High School Graduation Requirements)
(cf. 6146.11 – Alternative Credits Toward Graduation)
Approval of Concurrent Enrollment
Upon the recommendation of the principal of the pupil’s school of attendance, and with parental consent, a pupil may attend a community college during any session or term to undertake one or more courses of instruction offered at the community college level. (Education Code 48800(a)).
Within the enrollment limits and exceptions allowed by law, the principal may recommend a student for community college summer session if that student demonstrates adequate preparation in the discipline to be studied and exhausts all opportunities to enroll in an equivalent course, if any, at his/her school of attendance. (Education Code 48800(d))
A pupil who does not receive a principal’s recommendation to undertake a course of instruction or summer session may appeal to the Superintendent or designee for reconsideration.
Any student’s parent/guardian may petition the Board to authorize full-time attendance at a community college if he/she believes the student would benefit from advanced scholastic or career technical work that would be available. (Education Code 48800.5)
If the Board denies a request for special part-time or full-time enrollment at a community college for a student who is identified as highly gifted and talented , the Board shall issue its written recommendation and the reasons for the denial at its next regularly scheduled Board meeting that falls at least 30 days, but within 60 days, after the request has been submitted. (Education Code 48800, 48800.5)
College and Career Access Pathways Partnerships
The Board may enter into a College and Career Access Pathways (CCAP) partnership agreement with the board of a community college district for the purpose of offering or expanding dual enrollment opportunities for students. The agreement shall be approved at an open public Board meeting, with an opportunity for public input provided prior to the Board taking action. If the CCAP agreement provides for CTE pathways, the Board shall consult with and consider input from appropriate local workforce board(s) to determine the extent to which the pathways are aligned with regional and statewide employment needs. (Education Code 76004)
Program Evaluation
The Superintendent or designee shall regularly report to the Board regarding the number of District students participating in the dual enrollment option, their success in completing in postsecondary courses, and any impact on their achievement in District courses.
(cf. 0500 – Accountability)
(cf. 6162.5 – Student Assessment)
(cf. 6190 – Evaluation of the Instructional Program)
Legal Reference:
EDUCATION CODE
46145-46147 Minimum day, high school
48800-48802 Enrollment of gifted students in community college
51225.3 Alternative means of satisfying graduation requirements
52200-52212 Gifted and talented education program
76000-76002 Enrollment in community college
Management Resources:
WEB SITES
California Community Colleges System: http://www.cccco.edu
California Department of Education: http://www.cde.ca.gov
California Postsecondary Education Commission: http://www.cpec.ca.gov
California State University: http://www.calstate.edu
Foundation for California Community Colleges, Early College High School Initiative: http://www.foundationccc.org/ECHS
University of California: http://www.universityofcalifornia.edu
Please note that compare references, or “cf”, refer to CSBA model policies and do not necessarily indicate that the San Francisco Unified School District has adopted the referenced policy.