RHS Dual Credit Academy
Riverside High School Dual Credit Academy is designed to provide high school students with a comprehensive dual credit program that combines rigorous academics, personalized support and unique experiences, empowering them to achieve academic excellence, personal growth and a seamless transition to higher education.
The student must fulfill all the requirements listed below:
· Admittance to RDCA requires taking Dual Credit courses with college-level expectations.
· I must take all available Dual Credit courses.
· Failing or dropping any Dual Credit course will lead to removal from the DCA program.
· Regular access to reliable internet and computer is required for enrollment.
· I agree to meet deadlines, manage time effectively, and follow course schedules/syllabi.
· Course grades will be part of both college and high school transcripts.
· Maintaining a 2.0 GPA is crucial; failure may lead to Academic Probation or Suspension.
· A minimum of 70% is required in Dual Credit courses.
· Failing below 70% in a continuing course leads to removal to the High School equivalent.
· I must communicate absences with professors and adhere to their guidelines.
· Dropping or withdrawing from courses before deadlines is my responsibility.
· Regular meetings with the RDCA Counselor are required.
· I must verify credit transferability and request transcripts, covering associated fees.
· Abiding by the El Paso Community College Student Code of Conduct and RDCA Student Contract is mandatory.
· Violating the code of conduct may result in discipline from both the college and high school.
· Disciplinary issues requiring DAEP placement will lead to withdrawal from college courses.
· Meeting Dual Credit application and registration deadlines is my responsibility.
· Meeting the TSI requirement or obtaining waivers/exemptions is essential for eligibility.
· If not currently qualified, I must actively seek opportunities to become qualified.
· Failure to qualify may result in evaluation for program continuation or exit.
· Submission confirms seeking admittance into the Riverside High School Dual Credit Academy.