Dual Enrollment Agreement Between (insert Institution Name) And

dual enrollment agreement between (insert institution name) and ______________ board of education/high school/school system for

Dual Enrollment Agreement
Between
(insert institution name)
and
______________ Board of Education/High School/School System
For (insert academic year) Academic Year
This Agreement, by and between (INSERT INSTITUTION NAME), hereinafter
referred to as the “Institution or College/University” and [INSERT
LEGAL ENTITY NAME], hereinafter referred to as the “Board of
Education/High School/School System” is for the purpose of providing
eligible high school students the opportunity to earn both college and
high school graduation credits simultaneously upon successful
completion of qualified course(s), as further defined herein.
OVERVIEW
In accordance with the guidelines set forth by the Tennessee Board of
Regents (TBR), the Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC), and
the procedures established by (INSERT INSTITUTION NAME), we, the
Institution, do hereby enter into this Agreement to provide eligible
high school students the opportunity to earn both college and high
school graduation credits simultaneously upon successful completion of
qualified course(s). Such agreement is in accordance with Tennessee
Board of Regents Policy 2:03:00:00.
Qualified courses are those listed in the current (INSERT INSTITUTION
NAME) catalog which use the course syllabus, including outcomes and
requirements, and text and materials approved by the respective
College/University department.
Eligible students must be enrolled as 9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th grade
students in a Tennessee public or nonpublic secondary school, or in a
home education program.
Students may enroll in a specific course based on the course’s
specific placement requirements as determined by the
College/University. Enrollment must be in dual enrollment courses in
the general education core, Tennessee Transfer Pathways leading to a
degree, Career and Technical Program of Study leading to an academic
award, or middle college or equivalent program. (INSTITUTION MAY ADD
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS SPECIFIC TO YOUR CAMPUS)
Students must submit to the (INSERT APPLICABLE OFFICE NAME AT THE
INSTITUTION):
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A completed application for admission signed by the student;
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Required signatures from student and parent or legal guardian.
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(INSTITUTION MAY ADD ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS SPECIFIC TO YOUR
CAMPUS)
Students will be classified initially as non-degree seeking but upon
high school graduation or GED completion, the course credit(s) may be
applied toward an appropriate college-degree program if regular
admissions requirements are met.
High school students enrolled in the dual enrollment program must
maintain a cumulative GPA of at least _____ (INSERT INSTITUTION’S GPA
REQUIREMENT) in the College/University course(s) in order to register
for subsequent College/University course(s). Exceptions must be
submitted in writing to the College/University Vice President for
Academic Affairs (INSERT PROPER TITLE).
All costs associated with enrollment in college courses shall be the
responsibility of the school, student, or his/her parent or legal
guardian.
Students may be eligible for the Tennessee Lottery Dual Enrollment
Grant and may complete an application online through the Tennessee
Student Assistance Corporation (TSAC) within the appropriate time
frame.
A.
RESPONSBILITIES OF THE PARTIES (INSTITUTION MAY EDIT/ADD
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS SPECIFIC TO YOUR CAMPUS)
A.1 The College/University:
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Is responsible for ensuring a qualified faculty or adjunct faculty
with a Masters degree with eighteen (18) graduate level hours in
the teaching area to teach the course.
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Will provide a mandatory orientation session on the main campus
for all adjunct faculty.
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Reserves the right to schedule an observation of the class by the
Dean or the faculty mentor at any time to ensure that
College/University-level outcomes are met.
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Will conduct periodic performance reviews of all faculty, and
reserves the right to refuse reappointment of any instructor who
does not meet College/University standards of instruction.
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Will award College/University credit for each course successfully
completed.
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Will adhere to the Board of Education/High School/School System
standard operating procedures for the reservation and utilization
of school equipment.
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Reserves its right to approve science and computer laboratories
and equipment as appropriate and compatible for delivery of a
course.
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Will make effort to coordinate course delivery with the needs of
the high school.
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Maintains its right to cancel any class with enrollment
insufficient to cover expenses.
A.2. The Board of Education/High School/School System designee shall:
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Award high school graduation credit(s) for each college course
successfully completed.
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Provide appropriate classroom space and instructional equipment
for classes offered on site.
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Pursuant to 0520-1-3-.06(4) (c) 1. of Tennessee Board of Education
Rules, Regulations, and Minimum Standards for the Governance of
Tennessee Public School (1994), retain the right to observe and
supervise instruction, which is conducted in the high school
during regular school hours.
A.3. The College/University and the Board of Education/High
School/School System shall:
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Designate a duly responsible coordinator to provide oversight of
details and distribute general program information and necessary
forms to students.
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Jointly determine the course(s) to be offered, subject to
College/University staffing and scheduling limitations. Start and
end dates for terms will follow the Tennessee Board of Regents
common calendar dates.
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Agree to follow the college/university academic calendar for all
courses offered. Any exceptions must be approved by the
college/university.
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Provide appropriate information to the Students regarding Dual
Enrollment Lottery Grant.
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Provide appropriate information to the student regarding the Dual
Enrollment Lottery Grant.
AGREEMENT TERM:
B.1. Term. This Agreement shall be effective for the period commencing
on [START DATE] and ending on [END DATE].
B.2. Term Extension. The Institution reserves the right to extend this
Agreement for an additional period or periods of time representing
increments of no more than one year and a total term of no more than
[WRITTEN NUMBER, NO GREATER THAN FIVE] years, provided that the
Institution notifies the Board of Education/High School/School System,
in writing, of its intention to do so at least [WRITTEN NUMBER]
[NUMBER]) days prior to the Agreement expiration date. An extension of
the term of this Agreement will be effected through an amendment to
the Agreement. If any extension of the Agreement necessitates
additional funding, the increase in the College/University’s maximum
liability will also be effected through an amendment to the Agreement.
C. FACULTY
C.1. Instructors for the dual enrollment classes shall be subject to
the approval of both Parties and will adhere to College/University
policies regarding academic standards and documentation of attendance
and grades.
C. 2. In the event the instructor is provided and compensated by the
College/University, such compensation will be based upon applicable
College/University policies as to College/University faculty. (This
includes instructors from other higher education institutions on dual
services agreements)
(INSTITUTION SHALL CHOOSE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS IF APPLICABLE)
C. 3. In the event the instructor is provided and directly compensated
by the Board of Education/High School/School System, such compensation
will be based upon applicable Board of Education/High School/School
System policies and no funds shall be due from the College/University.
OR
In the event the instructor is provided and directly compensated by
the Board of Education/High School/School System, such compensation
will be based upon applicable Board of Education/High School/School
System policies. The College/University shall reimburse the Board of
Education/High School/School System based upon the
College/University’s applicable policies as to adjunct faculty. In no
event shall the maximum liability of the College/University for such
reimbursement exceed [WRITTEN DOLLAR AMOUNT] [$NUMBER AMOUNT]. The
maximum liability shall not be subject to escalation for any reason
unless this Agreement is amended. If any extension of the Agreement
necessitates additional funding, the increase in the
College/University’s maximum liability will also be affected through
an amendment to the Agreement.
D. TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
D.1. Required Approvals. The Institution is not bound by this
Agreement until it is approved by the appropriate officials in
accordance with applicable Tennessee laws and regulations as shown on
the signature page of this Agreement.
D.2. Modification and Amendment. This Agreement may be modified only
by a written amendment executed by all parties hereto and approved by
the appropriate officials.
D.3. Performance. The Institution reserves the right to
replace/request the Board of Education/High School/School System to
replace any instructor for non-performance and/or violation of
College/University policies and guidelines.
D.4. Termination. Either party may terminate this Agreement with or
without cause for any reason. Either party shall provide the other at
least ninety (90) days written notice before the effective termination
date. Termination shall not be effective until the end of the academic
year then in progress.
D.5. Nondiscrimination. The Board of Education/High School/School
System hereby agrees, warrants, and assures that no person shall be
excluded from participation in, be denied benefits of, or be otherwise
subjected to discrimination in the performance of this Agreement or in
the employment practices of the Board of Education/High School/School
System on the grounds of disability, age, race, color, religion, sex,
veteran status, national origin, or any other classification protected
by Federal, or State constitutional or statutory law. The Board of
Education/High School/School System shall, upon request, show proof of
such nondiscrimination and shall post in conspicuous places, available
to all employees and applicants, notices of nondiscrimination.
D.6. State and Federal Compliance. The Board of Education/High
School/School System shall comply with all applicable State and
Federal laws and regulations, including without limitation with the
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and Institution
policies and guidelines in the performance of this Contract. The Board
of Education/High School/School System agrees that its officers,
employees and agents will use personally identifiable information from
an education record disclosed pursuant to this Agreement only for the
purposes for which the disclosure was made and not for any other
purpose. The personally identifiable information may not be disclosed
or re-disclosed by either Party to any but the other Party without
prior written consent of the student or as otherwise permitted by the
Agreement.
D.7. Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed
in accordance with the laws of the State of Tennessee.
D.8. Severability. If any terms or conditions of this Agreement are
held to be invalid or unenforceable as a matter of law, the other
terms and conditions hereof shall not be affected thereby and shall
remain in full force and effect. To this end, the terms and conditions
of this Agreement are declared severable.
D.9. Communications and Contacts.
The Institution:
[NAME AND TITLE OF INSTITUTION CONTACT PERSON]
[INSTITUTION NAME]
[ADDRESS]
[TELEPHONE NUMBER]
[FACSIMILE NUMBER]
The Board of Education/High School/School System:
[NAME AND TITLE OF BOARD CONTACT PERSON]
[BOARD NAME]
[ADDRESS]
[TELEPHONE NUMBER]
[FACSIMILE NUMBER]
D.10. Relationship of the Parties. This Agreement shall in no way be
interpreted as creating an agency or employment relationship between
the parties.
D.11. Liability. Institution is a public institution of higher
education and a member of the State University and Community College
System of Tennessee governed by the Tennessee Board of Regents. As a
state entity, its liability arising from performance under this
agreement shall be subject to and limited to those rights and
remedies, if any, available under T. C. A. §§ 9-8-101 through 9-8-407.
The Board of Education/High School/School System is a political
subdivision of the state and, as, such its liability for injuries
which may result from its performance under this agreement shall be
subject to and limited to those rights and remedies, if any, available
under the Tennessee Governmental Tort Liability Act, §§ T. C. A.
29-20-201, et seq. (The last sentence should be deleted when the
agreement is with a private school)
Each party shall be solely liable for payment of its portion of all
claims, liability, costs, expenses, demands, settlements, or judgments
resulting from action or omissions of itself or those for whom it is
legally responsible, relating to or arising under this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF:
[BOARD OF EDUCATION/HIGH SCHOOL/SCHOOL SYSTEM LEGAL ENTITY NAME]:
[INSERT NAME AND TITLE]
Date
[INSTITUTION NAME]:
[INSERT NAME AND TITLE]
Date
(ADD ADDITIONAL SIGNATURE LINES IF APPLICABLE)
Revised 6-8-2021