FAQ's

What if my student wants to return to public school?

No problem!  Your student will be a private school student transferring into a public school system.   In Lee County, all you would need to do is to go to School Choice and register your student for public school.  The school that they attend will send CHPS a records request form and we will submit their file to the school.  It's that simple.

What if I want to register additional students in the future?

Simply send in the required information for your students the same way you did for the previous students - birth certificate, immunizations, physical, and attendance.

Why is CHPS' service FREE?

The costs of maintaining CHPS is very minimal so, we do this as a FREE service to homeschoolers.

What would be the "best case scenerio" for my student to use CHPS services?

As always, it is up to the parent to decide how to best educate their children.  However, we get asked this question many times.  Below is an example of the "idea" of CHPS and how a family could choose to use it's services to the very best limit for their student:

Student Jane Doe is in 1st grade.  Her parents register her with CHPS and educate her at home using their own style of educating and learning.  Jane does great throughout her elementary years.  She makes friends, participates in co-ops, goes on field trips, plays, and has lots of fun as a child. 

Now that Jane is entering her middle school years, her and her parents want a little more structure for her education so, they sign Jane up for a few online classes through FLVS.  Jane does great in those classes, makes good grades that are on her permanent record and makes a few online friends who were her classmates.  She even joins some of the clubs that FLVS offers online. 

Now that Jane is approaching high school years, her parents want to make sure that Jane does well in her subjects, has a well-rounded education, and has every opportunity available for her.  So, they decide to tally up 6 -7 credit subjects to Jane's schedule so that she has a beginning to her school track.  They add a math, english, history, and science course from FLVS to her schedule, and they include credit for her part-time job at Publix, her ballet class, Bible study, her volleyball team commitment, and music lessons.  Jane's parents find out through CHPS that Jane is also eligible for Bright Futures scholarships while in her high school years.  CHPS and her parents begin to keep track through the Bright Future's website of all of the credits Jane earns throughout her high school years. 

In 10th grade, Jane has a new door of opportunity open to her - FREE COLLEGE!  Jane can actually graduate high school with an Associate's degree - for FREE!  Through CHPS and Dual Enrollment at Edison College, Jane earns high school credit AND college credit for classes that she takes at Edison.  She is allowed to attend with FREE TUITION and her parents only have to pay for her books.  Jane has the choice of taking online college courses or on-campus courses.  She can participate in campus clubs and much more! 

Jane works for the next 2-3 years earning her degree and now a second door of opportunity opens for her - Jane can now transfer to ANY COLLEGE SHE WANTS as a transfer student and go into it starting with her Associate's degree!  No entrance exams, applying, or waiting to see if she's accepted into her favorite college or not.  She's in automatically as a transfer student!  Not only does she get into her favorite college, she is also eligible for Bright Futures scholarships because her parents and CHPS have been keeping record of her credits through the Bright Futures website! Lucky Jane!  She got to be homeschooled, free Associate's degree, AND she got to go to her favorite college with scholarships that she earned during high school years!

When can my student start Dual Enrollment at Edison College?

At the beginning of their Sophmore year (10th grade) in high school.

What are the requirements for my student to attend Edison College?

They must be at least in their Sophmore year, have a GPA of 3.5, and either have passing ACT or SAT scores or pass the Edison FCLEPT.

When can they start their classes?

The terms open for Dual Enrollment students are: SOPHOMORES - Summer, Fall or Spring semesters and can carry a course load of 6 credits. JUNIORS - Summer, Fall or Spring semesters and can carry a course load of 11 credits.  SENIORS - Summer semester (prior to Fall) and can carry 11 credits, OR Fall or Spring Semesters and can carry 11 credits *full-time.

*Early Admission students are enrolled full-time at Edison and must have all college-level scores.

What do I need to tell Edison College about my student?

It is VERY important that you tell them that they will be a Dual Enrollment student.  They will need to know this before they take their Assessment Test.

After I enroll my student for Edison through CHPS, what's next?

Complete the Online Orientation.  Here you will learn all about the services and programs offered at Edison.  Also can also sign up for an orientation at the Counseling and Advising Office, or call them directely at (239) 489-9230.

What testing is required for my student to register with Edison?

You can either submit ACT or SAT scores or, if they do not have test scores, they can take the FCLEPT (Assessment Test) to enter Edison.  They must meet minimum the score requirements in at least Reading to attend some college level classes. 

Click here for the Edison FCLEPT Study Guide.

What if my student meets the minimum score in Reading, but does not meet the Math and/or English score levels?

They can take certain courses at Edison, but no courses in subjects that they did not meet minimum scroes in.  They will be able to work in their classes up to 12 credits.  At that time, they will need to re-test in the subjects that they did not meet minimum requirements for to be able to continue earning credits through Edison.  *If they do not meet at least the minimum score in Reading, there really are no classes available to your student.

Click here for Placement Testing Score Information.

Click here for additional Placement Testing FAQ's.

Does Edison offer help for students who need to bring up scores for their Assessment Test?

Edison no longer offers the SAIL Program.  They do, however, provide a list of helpful websites that your student can utilize to help improve their skills.  Edison pretty much expects your student to be ready for college-level courses when they decide to start college.

You can also make an appointment for help with Basic Skills Review in H-200 or by calling (239) 489-9310.

What are the costs involved?

Textbooks only.  Tuition is FREE!

Can my student take online courses through Edison?

Yes!  They can take online and/or on campus classes.  They above rules and financial responsibilities will still apply regardless of where they take part in their classes.

Where do I find course codes for Edison classes?

Through the Edison Course Catalog and you can find the high school equivalent list for college course through the FACTS.org website.

Does Edison offer tours?

Yes!  CHPS organizes tours for our students throughout the school year.  If you cannot wait, you can call Jerilyn Jamieson at Edison at: (239) 489-9253.

Who can I contact at Edison for more information?

Susan Potts, Counseling, Advising and Assessments, (239) 489-9223.  E-mail: spotts@edison.edu.