Battle Ground students use partnerships to gain college credits

Battle Ground — Battle Ground Public School students have a variety of options to earn college credit while in high school. The district has a partnership with Clark College called the Career and Technical Education Dual Credit program, which offers students college credits for courses including accounting, career English, preschool education, precision machining and math for health care professionals. There is also the College in the High School Program, which is offered through the Center for Agriculture, Science and Environmental Education. Students conduct real world research with scientists to gain a better understanding of ecosystem function and health. Students use sampling techniques, industry-level tools and technology to assess ecological health with outdoor research, field studies and field trips embedded into the curriculum.