College and Career Promise (CCP) Dual Enrollment

Parent FAQ**

What is College and Career Promise (CCP) Dual Enrollment?

College and Career Promise (CCP) Dual Enrollment allows eligible Lake Norman Charter (LNC) high school students to take tuition-free college courses through Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC) while still enrolled in high school. Students earn official college credit, and in some cases, high school credit.

Who is eligible to participate?

Eligibility is determined by the state CCP guidelines and CPCC requirements. Most pathways require:

• A 2.8 unweighted GPA OR qualifying benchmark assessment scores in English, Reading, and Math

• Some Career & Technical pathways may have different eligibility requirements
  
  

Eligibility is pathway-specific and reviewed during the application process.

What types of courses can students take?

Students may take:

• College Transfer courses (general education courses that may transfer to 4-year universities)

• Career & Technical courses (career-focused courses leading to certificates, diplomas, or credentials)
  
  

Not all courses count toward high school graduation requirements. Students must consult their counselor before registering.

Is CCP really free?

Tuition is covered by the state of North Carolina.
However, families are responsible for:

• Student fees

• Textbooks

• Required supplies or materials
  
  

Do CCP courses appear on my student’s transcript?

Yes. All CPCC courses appear on BOTH:

• The student’s college transcript

• The student’s Lake Norman Charter high school transcript
  
  

Grades earned in CPCC courses are permanent and may impact GPA and future college admissions.

What happens if a student fails or withdraws from a course?

This is very important for families to understand:

• If a student withdraws from or is dropped from a CPCC course without replacing it in the same semester, the student will receive an “F” on their high school transcript.
  
  

• Medical or compassionate withdrawals must be approved by CPCC and communicated to the LNC counselor before the end of the grading period.
  
  

• Proper documentation is required for transcript updates.
  
  

Who registers for classes — the school or the student?

Students are responsible for registering themselves for CPCC courses by all deadlines.
This is a key part of the college-level expectation of the program.

Parents and counselors may guide, but students must complete the process independently.

How much support do students receive?

Students have access to:

• CPCC professors and academic support services

• Tutoring and office hours

• LNC counseling support and a CCP Coordinator
  
  

However, CCP is designed to mirror the college experience. Students are expected to advocate for themselves by communicating directly with professors and seeking help when needed.

What are the student’s responsibilities in the program?

CCP students are expected to:

• Register for CPCC courses on time

• Check CPCC email daily

• Monitor assignments, grades, and deadlines

• Communicate directly with professors

• Attend tutoring or office hours when needed

• Follow up on missing or late work

• Notify the CCP Coordinator of academic or personal concerns
  
  

Students are also required to complete quarter check-ins and progress updates twice per quarter, even during quarters when they are not enrolled in CPCC courses.
These check-ins allow the CCP Coordinator to monitor progress and provide support where needed.

Do parents have access to CPCC grades or communication?

Due to FERPA (federal privacy law), CPCC communicates directly with students, not parents. Parents will not automatically have access to grades, emails, or course information unless the student chooses to share it.

This is a normal part of the college experience.

Do CPCC and LNC follow the same academic calendar?

No. CPCC and LNC calendars may not align.
Students must follow CPCC’s academic calendar, including start dates, breaks, exams, and deadlines — even when LNC is not in session.

Who should families contact with questions or concerns?

• Academic planning or high school credit questions: LNC Counselor

• Program expectations or student concerns: CCP Coordinator

• College systems, login, or technical issues: CPCC IT Help Desk
  
  

Students are encouraged to communicate concerns early so support can be provided.

Is CCP a good fit for every student?

CCP is an excellent opportunity, but it is not the right fit for every student. Successful CCP students are:

• Organized and responsible

• Comfortable advocating for themselves

• Willing to manage college-level expectations

• Prepared for permanent transcript consequences
  
  

Families are encouraged to carefully review program expectations before committing.