CARDINAL U
Parent and Student Guide
EUDORA HIGH SCHO L FUTURE PREPARED We will ensure our graduates are prepared for the future they choose.
Spring 2027
Eudora High School Cardinal U EHS Cardinal U provides opportunities for students to earn college credits, career and technical educational credits, and certifications through partnerships with post-secondary institutions and technical schools. EHS partners with multiple institutions to ensure students can enroll in their chosen classes. This guide serves as a resource for families.
JCCC CollegeNow Concurrent classes (in-person taught by EHS teachers): $121 per credit hour
JCCC CollegeNow courses are full-year courses, so they are not offered for Spring 2027 enrollment.
Students attend class at Peaslee Technical Center and gain hands-on training by industry experts and certifications in a variety of fields. No cost for classes with grant application.
In person by EHS staff or online by Baker University staff: $118 per credit hour
In person by EHS staff or online by ACC instructors: $65 per credit hour; CTE courses are $0 per credit hour
Dual credit classes (online classes taught by ESU instructors): $21 per credit hour
Contact About Cardinal U Dr. Bill DeWitt, Principal billdewitt@eudoraschools.org
Jessica Johnson, Director of Cardinal Academy / Assistant Principal jessicajohnson@eudoraschools.org
Lisa Moffitt, Counselor (Students A–K), JCCC CollegeNow Liaison lisamoffitt@eudoraschools.org
Bryan Duncan, Counselor (Students L–Z) bryanduncan@eudoraschools.org
Molly Pratt, Enrollment and Non-Traditional Student Support Specialist mollypratt@eudoraschools.org
EHS Phone: 785-542-4980
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EHS CLASS OF 1968
Cardinal U Scholarship Supporting Eudora High School students earning college credit while still in high school #EudoraProud #FutureReady
About the Scholarship Administered by the Eudora Schools Foundation, the fund brings together support from local businesses and community partners to maximize student impact. Awards cover tuition only and are distributed directly to partnering colleges. Award amounts vary and are based on available funding.
Who Can Apply Eudora High School students officially approved to participate in Cardinal U college courses (in person or online).
Partner Colleges Allen Community College | Baker University | Emporia State University | Johnson County Community College
Deadlines Semester
Opens
Closes
Fall
August 1
October 15
Spring
November 1
February 15
Applications reviewed on a rolling, first-come, first-served basis. Funding is limited—apply early!
Maintaining Eligibility Earn a C or higher in all college courses Submit a new application each semester Notify Jessica Johnson, Assistant Principal, of any schedule changes Withdrawals or dropped courses may require reimbursement
How to Apply Complete the online form: Cardinal U Scholarship Application When to apply: Allen and ESU students apply after turning in their enrollment form. Baker students applying for the scholarship should not enroll online; pick up an alternate enrollment form from Ms. Johnson or Ms. Pratt in Room D109.
For questions contact: Shanda Hurla EHS Post-Secondary Success Coordinator shandahurla@eudoraschools.org
bit.ly/CardinalUScholarship
Truity Credit Union | Eudora Schools Foundation | Class of 1968 #EudoraProud #FutureReady
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Systemwide General Education Framework The Kansas Board of Regents has established seven “buckets” for General Education requirements that are also part of a system-wide transfer between post-secondary institutions (Kansas colleges and universities). The following courses will be offered as college credit classes for Eudora High School juniors and seniors (and identified gifted sophomore students). Students who pass these classes will receive both high school and college credit for the course. Bucket #1: English Discipline Area
6 Hours
6 Hours of English Courses English Composition I* English Composition II*
Bucket #3: Mathematics & Statistics Discipline Area
3 Hours
3 Hours of Math or Statistics Courses College Algebra* Statistics Principles of Mathematics Contemporary Math
Bucket #5: Social & Behavioral Sciences Discipline Area
6 Hours
6 Hours in at Least Two Courses from Two Subject Areas Introduction to Psychology* Introduction to Sociology Geography US Government* Global Problems*
Bucket #2: Communications Discipline Area
3 Hours
3 Hours of Communications Courses Public Speaking Interpersonal Communications Intro to Communication Studies
Bucket #4: Natural & Physical Sciences Discipline Area
4–5 Hours
4–5 Hours from One Subject (must include a lab) Chemistry*
Bucket #7: Institutionally Designated Area
6 Hours
6 Hours Determined by the Institution This area provides flexibility for each institution to define requirements to account for societal issues, local needs, and institutional priorities (Intermediate Algebra shall not be applied toward meeting this area).
Bucket #6: Arts & Humanities Discipline Area
6 Hours in at Least Two Courses from Two Subject Areas
6 Hours
Art Appreciation Interpersonal Communications Introduction to Literature Intro to Philosophy
Music Appreciation Theatre Appreciation US History to 1877 US History Since 1877*
Students should meet with their post-secondary institution about courses that may meet these requirements.
*Courses offered in person; may also be online. Courses subject to availability by institution and alignment to high school credit requirements.
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SPRING 2027
Cardinal U Course Information Below are the Cardinal U courses approved for EHS credit for Spring 2027, offered online and in person. Students must receive a passing grade to receive credit. All courses are 0.5 high school credit and 3 college credit hours, except Certified Medication Aide (CMA), which is 5 college credit hours.
Online Courses
$65/credit hr
$118/credit hr
$21/credit hr*
English Comp I
COL101
EN105
EG101 ZB
English
English Comp II
COL102
EN152
EG102 ZB
English
Intro to Literature
—
EN120
—
Arts & Humanities
Public Speaking
COM101
—
SP101 ZA
Communications
Interpersonal Communications
COM211
—
SP100 ZA
Communications or Arts & Humanities
Intro to Communication Studies
—
CO115
—
Communications
College Algebra
MAT105
MA145
MA110 ZD
Math & Statistics
Elementary Statistics
MAT115
—
—
Math & Statistics
Contemporary Math / Principles of Math
MAT130
—
MA156 ZB
Math & Statistics
US History to 1877
HIS108 (to 1865)
HI127
HI111 ZA
Arts & Humanities
US History since 1877
HIS109 (from 1865)
HI128
HI112
Arts & Humanities
Geography / World Regional Geography
GEO104
—
GE101 ZA
Social & Behavioral Sciences
Intro to Psychology
PSY101
PY111
PY100 ZA
Social & Behavioral Sciences
Intro to Sociology
SOC102
—
SO101 ZB
Social & Behavioral Sciences
Intro to Philosophy
—
PH111
—
Arts & Humanities
Art Appreciation
ART101
—
AR105 ZA
Arts & Humanities
Music Appreciation / Understanding Music
MUS111
MU120
MU226 ZB
Arts & Humanities
—
—
TH105
Arts & Humanities
COURSE
KBOR TRANSFER AREA
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
COMMUNICATIONS (½ unit, within ELA)
MATHEMATICS
HISTORY & GOVERNMENT
FINE ARTS
Theatre Appreciation
*ESU: Students are given a scholarship to offset costs. Course list current as of October 2026; courses subject to availability by institution. Page 5
CARDINAL U COURSE INFORMATION
In-Person Courses & Spring Enrollment In-Person Courses with Spring Enrollment COURSE
COLLEGE COST
EHS REQUIREMENT
KBOR TRANSFER AREA
Government: Constitutional Law (PS115) Baker
$118/credit hour
History & Government
Social & Behavioral Sciences
Global Problems (PS212)
Baker
$118/credit hour
History & Government
Social & Behavioral Sciences
Intro to Psychology (PSY101)
Allen
$65/credit hour
History & Government
Social & Behavioral Sciences
Medical Terminology
Allen
No cost*
STEM Elective
—
Certified Medication Aide (CMA)
Allen
No cost*
STEM Elective
—
*Students must meet the course requirements to enroll. Contact Ms. Johnson or Mrs. Young with questions. Chemistry, in-person US History since 1877, and JCCC CollegeNow courses are full-year courses, so they have no spring enrollment.
Spring 2027 Enrollment Dates ONLINE CLASSES
ALLEN & ESU
BAKER
IN-PERSON CONCURRENT (Baker, Allen)
Enrollment opens
Nov 2
Dec 1
Dec 1–4 · Apply and complete enrollment
Applications complete
Nov 9
No application needed
forms
Enrollment forms due
Nov 19*
To be announced
Jan 15 · Deadline to enroll
GPA appeal deadline
—
Feb 5
Classes begin
Jan 19
Set by Baker
*Courses added after Nov 19 must be approved by counselors and course availability.
Need help? Cardinal U staff are available Nov 9–19 during open advisory days. Turn in forms to Ms. Johnson or Ms. Pratt in Room D109.
Cardinal U Scholarship: Spring applications open November 1 and close February 15, or when available scholarship funds have been fully allocated for the semester, whichever comes first. Allen & ESU: apply after turning in your enrollment form. Baker: if applying, do not enroll online; use the alternate enrollment form instead.
Prerequisites Allen Community College & Emporia State University Comp I
18+ ACT Reading/Writing OR 3.0 GPA after 5 semesters OR 16+ ACT Reading/Writing and B in most recent English class OR 2.7 GPA after 5 semesters
Comp II
“C” grade in Comp I
College Algebra
Math ACT 22+ OR 3.25 cum GPA + B in Algebra II Semester 2
Contemporary Math / Elementary Statistics / Principles of Math
Math ACT 19+ OR ≥ 3.0 cum GPA + C- or higher in second semester Algebra 2
Baker University (online and in person): Cumulative GPA 3.0 · Students with a 2.1–2.9 GPA can submit a GPA appeal BEFORE YOU ENROLL: PAYMENT & WITHDRAWAL Payment: Tuition and fees are paid to the college and are the family’s responsibility. Eudora Schools does not cover or refund college-assessed charges. Baker: Pay when you enroll. Applying for the Cardinal U Scholarship? Complete the alternate enrollment form, and Baker will invoice you.
Allen: Pay through the student’s college portal, or assign an authorized user to pay. Due within 10 days of classes starting.
ESU: Pay through the student’s college portal or an authorized user. Due before the 5th day of classes; a $50 late fee is charged each month a balance remains.
Two steps to withdraw: Notify your EHS counselor and Cardinal U staff, and withdraw with the college directly. Completing only one may result in a failing college grade or continued tuition charges.
Timing matters: Withdrawing before the college’s full-refund deadline leaves no mark on the transcript. Later withdrawals may show a “W” or “F.”
Scholarship recipients: Talk with Ms. Hurla before withdrawing. Ask Ms. Johnson for the full Cardinal U Withdrawal Guide.
Course list current as of October 2026; courses subject to availability by institution.
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Peaslee Technical Training Center Eudora High School Partnership Course Offerings · Spring 2027 Eudora High School partners with Peaslee Technical Training Center to offer hands-on career and technical education opportunities for high school junior and senior students. Courses below provide industry-recognized credentials and valuable experience in high-demand technical fields. Students follow the Peaslee schedule for attendance. All courses are provided at no cost to students through grant applications and other funding opportunities. Fees may apply for certification or license testing. ENROLLMENT DEADLINE
End of October
Interested? Contact Ms. Johnson at jessicajohnson@eudoraschools.org to enroll or ask questions about any class, including a spot on the waitlist for a full class.
Juniors & Seniors COURSE
MEETS
DATES
Mon–Fri, 12:45–2:45 PM
Jan 11 – May 21
1.5
Construction & Building Maintenance
Mon–Fri, 8:30–10:30 AM
Jan 11 – May 21
1.5
Pre-Apprenticeship: Aviation Careers
Mon–Fri, 12:45–2:45 PM
Jan 11 – May 21
1.5
Pre-Apprenticeship: Diesel Technology Careers
Mon–Fri, 12:45–2:45 PM
Jan 11 – May 21
1.5
Pre-Apprenticeship: Robotics & Automation Production
Mon–Fri, 12:45–2:45 PM
Jan 11 – May 21
1.5
Explorations in Cosmetology
Mon–Fri, 12:45–2:45 PM
Jan 11 – May 21
1.5
Heavy Equipment Operation
Mon–Fri, 12:45–2:45 PM
Jan 11 – May 21
1.5
Patient Care Technician
Mon–Fri, 8:30–10:30 AM at LMH
Jan 11 – May 21
1.5
Lube & Tire Technician Certification
Mon & Tue, 5:00–8:00 PM
Jan 11 – Feb 9
0.5
Welding
Mon, 5:00–8:00 PM
Jan 11 – May 21
1.0
Construction & Building Maintenance
FULL
CREDITS
January – May classes are off for Martin Luther King Jr. Day and spring break.
Seniors Only COURSE
MEETS
DATES
CREDITS
Must be 18 by the start of the semester and able to get a learner’s permit by March 1
Rolling start dates
Based on availability
1.5
Residential Plumber
Wed & Thu, 5:00–9:00 PM
Oct 28 – Mar 11, 2027
1.5
Wed 5:00–8:45PM
Apr 8 – Jan 27, 2028
-
Thur 5:00 -9:00 PM
Apr 8-Feb 3, 2028
-
Residential HVAC
Mon, 5:00–8:45 PM OR Tues, 5:00-8:45 PM
Apr 5 – Jan 31, 2028 OR Apr 6 - Jan 18, 2028
-
Pharmacy Technician
Mon & Wed, 5:00–8:30 PM
Apr 5 – Jun 16, 2027
-
CDL-A (Commercial Driver License)
FULL
Residential Plumber Residential Electrician A morning class may also be opening
Requirements to Receive a Passing Grade 1. 90% attendance in Peaslee classes (reported by Peaslee)
2. Completing all assignments and projects
3. Meeting communication and other class requirements for Peaslee and EHS
4. Reporting and uploading any certifications or achievements to EHS staff
Questions? Contact Ms. Johnson · jessicajohnson@eudoraschools.org
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