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Sonoma High offers the alternative credits program for students to leverage college courses to improve their academics and provide a path for academic enrichment. SOAR is a non-profit with an all-volunteer team to guide students and provide funding for fees and textbooks that leverages and bolsters that program.
Did you know that you can take college courses while also in high school?
Did you know that approved courses taken at an accredited college can be listed on your transcript and included in your GPA?
Did you know that if you needed help with fees, there is a resource here to help you? That's SOAR Sonoma - Read more! Make an appointment with your Academic Counselor to take the first step!
Did you know that courses taken at an accredited college can apply to your college requirements reducing your course load while in college?
Did you know that taking college courses while in high school increases both high school and college graduation rates?
SOAR wants you to succeed and meet your goals. It starts in high school and if your plans take you to college, we'll provide a buffer for college expenses. See our SOAR Beyond program below!
The PROGRAM: Alternative Credits, Sonoma Valley High School. This program allows students to enroll in courses through accredited colleges and universities to further their studies. Students can use this program to explore courses in fields of interest and bolster their academic resume. A student who likes Math, for example, and has been enrolled in a continuum of courses through the school, can choose to enroll in a Math class that adds further to their transcript and knowledge. A student may also want to take a summer course that then allows them to take a Honors or AP course through the high school.
STARTING THE PROCESS: Students and parents wanting to leverage this program for their student would do the following:
5. Complete high school Alternative Credit Policy application (see links on About Us)
CONNECT WITH SOAR SONOMA: Begin the process of applying for financial assistance with SOAR Sonoma. The Application is on the About Us page. Upon confirmation, SOAR Sonoma will pay fees directly to the college selected.
For eligible students, we will cover the cost of application and course fees, and any required course materials or textbooks. To be eligible, students must:
Read the policy and find out if your course earns you SVHS credit. We've got your fees and course materials covered if you qualify and need assistance.
Find a course or even several that support your goals. Do well - apply yourself and earn a B- or better...
Go further in your studies - anywhere! For qualified students, we will put forward an additional $2,000 to support you after high school. The scholarship can be used for any community college, 4 year college or vocational school, certificate program as a continuation of studies or to cover any education costs.
If funds are limited and demand is higher than available funds, there would be an application and selection process, however, the goal is to support all students who qualify.
To qualify, students must 1) have worked with SOAR Sonoma, 2) have taken at minimum one 3 or 5 credit hour course, 3) completed the SOAR application, and 4) complete that course while dual enrolled as a high school student earning a B- or better. Over time, we reserve the right to adjust these requirements based upon funding or evolution of our program.
Key Dates for Community College Course Registrations
Take a look at courses which are to be offered in Summer. View prerequisites and schedule requirements. Begin to plan.
To provide time for review and confirmation, please have all paperwork for enrollment for Spring 2021 into the staff at SVHS no later than 5...
The registration systems open at 8a on this day for students who are dual enrolled
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