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Advanced Academcs 2023-2024
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We are excited to announce that the Omaha Public Schools will provide Advanced Academic support to pay for all tuition and fees for students who wish to enroll in Dual Enrollment courses. The district will also pay the fee to take the Advanced Placement Exam in May for all Advanced Placement courses. Our goal is that more students take advantage of these opportunities.
FAQs
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Is there a process to sign up to take the Advanced Placement Exam?
Yes, you will work with your Advanced Placement teacher and enroll in the AP Classroom (myap.collegeboard.org) to indicate if you are or are not ordering an exam for the 2023-24 exam cycle.
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Do I have to take the Advanced Placement Exam?
No. However, ALL Advanced Placement students will be required to take a cumulative final, which is either the Advanced Placement exam created by the College Board OR an Omaha Public Schools cumulative exam.
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Do I need to register for dual enrollment to earn college credits?
Yes, you need to follow the application guidelines for Metropolitan Community College, Midland University, and/or University of Nebraska Omaha to register for the courses you are eligible to take at your high school. *Courses are eligible based on teacher credentials.
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What is the Access College Early (ACE) Scholarship?
The Access College Early (ACE) Scholarship program pays tuition and mandatory fees for qualified, low-income high school students to enroll in college courses from Nebraska colleges or universities, either through dual enrollment or early enrollment agreements with these institutions.
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If I fill out the EBF (Educational Benefits Form) and qualify, do I need to fill out the Access College Early (ACE) Scholarship to cover my dual enrollment?
Yes, please fill out the EBF each year to see if you qualify for benefits to cover many opportunities. This is important because many entities are working together to provide funding to make Advanced Academics low or no cost to all families. Then, Mr. Custard and Dr. Gutierrez will work with your to complete the ACE Scholarship. You can complete the application online at https://ccpe.nebraska.gov/ACE
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Will I receive a bill for Advanced Placement and or Dual Enrollment costs?
No. If you do receive a bill, please see Dr. Amanda Gutierrez, your AP & Dual Enrollment Coordinator.
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