Rebecca McDonoff, a senior at Rudyard, is knocking off a college English requirement years ahead of schedule. They slip out of their regular high school classes to take in a college course or two offered on the campus of Lake State. They go to lecture or lab, take notes, and write exams like any other college student. Any student or parent even remotely interested in this program should contact his or her high school guidance counselor immediately. Perhaps the best part about dual enrollment is that these students earn real credit towards a college degree, good not only at Lake State, but at any university they may choose to attend in the future.
Students can select from a wide array of courses, ranging from calculus to social work.
The net result is that honor students enjoy a variety of courses not necessarily available through their home school. Through dual enrollment, high school students can sample a major to see if it's right for them. Apart from benefiting students, school districts gain from dual enrollment as well. For one, districts can better manage scarce resources for honors programs. Courses offered through LSSU can dovetail with other programs available through the district.