Dual Enrollment

Continue development and expansion of the dual enrollment program.
Schools - Coventry High School
Action Steps
- Collaborate with higher education partners and provide ongoing professional development for teachers of dual enrollment courses.
- Explore additional CHS courses that might be aligned for dual enrollment, and identify Grade 11 students who have not yet taken college credit bearing courses and engage them in dual enrollment opportunities.
Initiative Achievement

Providing students with opportunities to engage in advanced coursework and earn college credit while in high school remains a district priority. Coventry High School continues to expand its dual enrollment offerings to ensure that all students have access to rigorous academic experiences that prepare them for college and career pathways.
During the 2025-2026 school year, the district expanded its dual enrollment program with the addition of an accounting course offered in partnership with the University of Bridgeport. This course provides students with the opportunity to engage in college level business coursework while earning both high school and college credit.

Looking ahead to the 2026-2027 school year, the high school will further expand its offerings with several new dual enrollment opportunities. These include Personal Finance, offered through Junior Achievement in partnership with Quinnipiac University; Business Management, offered for college credit in collaboration with Eastern Connecticut State University; and Aquaponics, offered through a new partnership with the University of Rhode Island. The Aquaponics course represents the district’s first dual enrollment collaboration with an out of state higher education institution.

This work reflects the district’s commitment to expanding access to advanced coursework. By broadening the range of dual enrollment options available, Coventry High School is ensuring all students have greater opportunities to participate in challenging academic programs and to earn college credit while still in high school. These efforts support the district’s broader goal of preparing graduates with the knowledge, skills, and experiences needed for success beyond high school.
Evidence
