Goals for Early College
These are the goals that MVHS is working with ATC to achieve.
Provide every student with the opportunity to earn up to 6 college credits at a reduced cost.
Be financially competitive with other dual enrollment agreements in the state
Opportunity to complete certificate programs at ATC and increase opportunities on the MVHS campus
Medical Assisting, Welding, Patient Care Assisting, etc.
Paid apprenticeship opportunities for students
Aiken Tech staff member housed at Midland Valley 3 days a week
Student recruitment
Participate in IGP meetings with students and parents
Student advisement for selection of college major
Accuplacer and test interpretation
Dual enrollment advisement and placement
Financial Aid application assistance
Technology
Provide a laptop cart and printer for Early College students
Free V-Tel distance learning dual enrollment options
Replicate free dual enrollment options available at WSHS and RSMHS
Expansion of our TAP agreement program
Adjunct opportunities for Midland Valley teachers
Eliminate the $25 retesting fee for Accuplacer
Early College textbook commitment
Professors agree to use the same textbooks for 3-4 years for Early College cohorts to reduce overall cost of the program
Continuation of Services:
FAFSA Nights
Early College Night
Scholarship Application Day
Instant Decision Day
ATC Professor Visits
Recruiter Lunchroom Visits