Program of Studies

All students are encouraged in their sophomore year to begin gathering information on college/universities and exploring a college major based on personal interest and ability.  Online resources may be accessed through our website http://oak.awrsd.org/, by clicking on the school counseling tab. Naviance, a web based career and college resource, is introduced in the 10th grade Business Applications and Career Explorations course. This resource is available to all students as they manage their future college or career plans.

College bound Sophomores and Juniors may take the PSAT/NMSQT in October. Juniors may take the SAT test or the ACT test in March, May or June. It is important to note that almost all colleges are SAT or ACT optional at this time.  Students should research individual colleges to determine whether or not standardized test scores are needed.  Additionally, students are advised to begin their college visits with their parent/guardian during the spring and summer vacations of their Junior year.

During the Senior year, students should complete four-year college applications online by December 1st and may retake the SAT or ACT tests, typically in October, November or December. Students must use their Naviance accounts to request transcripts, letters of recommendation, and manage their college applications.  

Dual Enrollment programs are educational programs which afford high school Juniors and Seniors who meet Oakmont Regional High School qualifications the opportunity to enroll in college-level courses. Juniors are only eligible for part-time study at a college, and must carry a total of 4 courses each semester. Seniors, however, may participate either part-time or full-time in the program.

The student and their parents/guardians must agree to the following conditions for participation in Dual Enrollment with participating colleges and universities: 

1. The student meets the following prerequisites before enrolling:
1. A student in 11th grade must:
1. Have earned a cumulative GPA of 3.2 at the end of 3 semesters for fall enrollment and 4 semesters for spring enrollment. To continue in the program,  a 3.0 GPA must be maintained in the college courses.
2. Passed the ELA, Math and Science/Technology MCAS exams prior to enrollment.
3. Be enrolled in the Oakmont grade 11 curriculum in  20th Century US/WorldHistory, English, & two other full-credit electives at Oakmont.
2.   A student in 12th grade must: 
1. Have earned a cumulative GPA of 3.0. The 3.0 GPA must be maintained to remain eligible for the program.
2. Passed the ELA, Math and Science/Technology MCAS exams prior to enrollment.
3. Be enrolled in English 12 at Oakmont unless enrolled as a full-time Dual Enrollment student, in which case an English course must be taken at the college.
4. Enroll in courses equivalent in number to those carried by all Oakmont seniors (4 each semester), a minimum of eight courses (4 each semester) or 24 college credits over a one year period. 
5. Have completed all courses necessary to fulfill all graduation requirements at Oakmont or enroll in courses at the college to fulfill the requirements.
2. The college or university has accepted the Oakmont student into its Dual Enrollment Program.
3. Student schedules must be approved by his or her school counselor prior to the start of classes.  Schedule changes are not allowed unless approved by the counselor.  Any exceptions, due to an extenuating circumstance, must be approved by Guidance and Administration. College course enrollments that are not approved by school counselors may not be awarded Oakmont graduation credit.
4. Students are required to carry a minimum of 4 three credit classes each semester and will not be allowed to drop a course unless it is replaced - during that same semester - by a course of at least equal credit value.
5. The student must earn an equivalent number of total credits to meet Oakmont graduation requirements. Seniors must take and pass a full semester of English and remain enrolled in the equivalent of 8 “full credit” courses.  
6. All tuition and fees shall be paid by the student/parent.
7. Full participation in Oakmont athletics and activities, including clubs and senior activities, is encouraged and will be permitted provided that the student can meet the requirements for that activity and any additional M.I.A.A. requirements. It is the student’s responsibility to remain informed of class activities and deadlines. Seniors are responsible for keeping themselves updated regarding deadlines and requirements for graduation.
8. A total not to exceed 4 courses each semester will be included in the Oakmont GPA and Honor Roll.
9. It is the responsibility of the student and/or parent to have official transcripts of their college work sent to the Oakmont Guidance Department no later than five days prior to the end of each Oakmont semester and ten days prior to Oakmont's graduation ceremony in June for seniors seeking a diploma. Failure to comply with these timelines may result in course failure, exclusion from the Honor Roll, ineligibility to participate in graduation ceremonies for seniors, or denial of permission for further participation in Dual Enrollment for juniors.
10. Should an Oakmont senior fail a Dual Enrollment course that is an Oakmont graduation requirement, the student will have to make up needed credits before an Oakmont diploma is granted.