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Dual Enrollment is a program that provides funding for students enrolled at eligible high schools to take approved college-level coursework for credit toward both high school and college graduation requirements. It covers the costs of tuition, mandatory fees, and required textbooks. It's a great way for students to get a jump-start on their college coursework.

 

A brochure from Lanier Technical College features a smiling student and course transfer information.

Click the image to learn about Lanier Tech courses guaranteed to transfer to Public Universities in Georgia.


Logo with the words 'Accelerated Career' and a forward arrow design.Accelerated Career Diploma (formerly Option B) - Earn a high school diploma and a college Associate Degree, Technical Diploma or Technical Certificates of Credit at the same time.

There are numerous colleges that participate in Dual Enrollment. These are just a few.

View a complete list of participating colleges and universities.

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  • Welcome to SIMS, the College and Career Academy in Barrow County, where academic excellence meets real-world preparation!

    It is my privilege to be the principal of this school, and I invite you to explore the endless possibilities that await you. With the support of a dedicated team, state-of-the-art facilities, and innovative programs, we're committed to helping you succeed both in college and in your future career.

    Come explore, learn, and thrive with us at SIMS...Your Path to Success!

  • Danna Damron
    Career Center Associate
  • Michael Kulp is a part time employee with Sims Academy working with dual enrollment and Accelerated Career (Option B) diploma students to successfully manage college-level coursework and to help students plan out the best strategy to use this amazing program to reach career goals quicker and cheaper!

    Mr. Kulp has enjoyed a long career in school counseling and is strongest at academic advisement. He has the firm belief that he has the best job in the world. Seeing students grow in wisdom and maturity is so satisfying.

  • Ashley Shaw is a Barrow County Native and went to Kennedy,Russell,and graduated in 2009 from Apalachee High school. She attended Gainesville State College and decided to take a break in 2011 to start a family. In 2019 she decided to become an educator and joined Barrow County Alternative School and moved to BASA in 2020.

    She has been been married 10 years to her husband Chandler and has 2 children, Addison who is a dancer and CJ who plays baseball they both attend Barrow County Schools. When not at BASA she loves spending time with her family, watching her kids plays sports, being outside, watching TV, shopping, and playing with all her pets. She is excited to start her new position at BASA as the Counseling Secretary.

  • Cheril Lunt

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