The Diamond Program is a unique academic initiative designed for high school students in grades 10-12th. This program offers an exceptional opportunity for students to simultaneously earn their high school diploma and complete a two-year college degree by the time they graduate from high school. Each student receives personalized guidance and mentorship from dedicated guidance counselors, ensuring their unique academic and career goals are met. Guidance counselors along with dual enrollment lab specialists work closely with students to create a roadmap for their studies, monitor their progress, and provide accountability to keep them on track for dual graduation. Students receive assistance in selecting courses that align with their intended college major and career aspirations, giving them a competitive edge when transferring to a four-year university or entering the workforce. In addition, CHEC may offer select dual enrollment courses on campus, facilitated by CHEC staff, to increase accessibility and provide students with greater flexibility and expanded opportunities in their dual enrollment pathways.

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• Dual Achievement Pathway

  • Students take a carefully structured combination of high school and college courses that fulfill graduation requirements for both. By the end of the program, they graduate high school with their diploma and an Associate’s Degree.

• One-on-One Communication

  • Each student has the opportunity to meet weekly with dual enrollment counselors through open office hours, and receive personalized guidance and mentorship , ensuring their unique academic and career goals are met.

• Academic Guidance and Accountability

  • Advisors work closely with students to create a roadmap for their studies, monitor their progress, and provide accountability to keep them on track for dual graduation.

• Future-Focused Course Selection

  • Students receive assistance in selecting courses that align with their intended college major and career aspirations, giving them a competitive edge when transferring to a four-year university or entering the workforce.

• College and Scholarship Preparation

  • The program provides extensive support with college applications, scholarship searches, and applications, ensuring students maximize their financial aid opportunities for future education.

• Skill-Building and Enrichment

  • Beyond academics, students develop critical life skills, including time management, self-discipline, and leadership, which prepare them for success in college and beyond.

• Community and Collaboration

  • Participants are part of a supportive learning community of peers who share similar goals, fostering collaboration and motivation throughout their high school and college journey.

• High School Electives in our four pillars of learning: Business, Fine Arts, STEM and Liberal Arts.​

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Students follow a 32-week school calendar, attending classes on Mondays from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM and Wednesdays from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. On Mondays, they wear their CHEC tshirt with appropriate bottoms and footing, provided they adhere to the school’s guidelines. On Wednesdays, students are required to wear their professional uniform from Flynn O’Hara, fostering a polished and professional learning environment.

 

​On Mondays, all students will participate in International Studies and Entrepreneurship, culminating in an optional class trip abroad to enhance their global learning experience. Additionally, students who have completed the CHEC Math and English program will enroll in specialized courses focused on our business pillar of learning, with personalized guidance to support their academic and professional growth. CHEC Geometry and English 2 is also available on Mondays for 10th graders on a traditional math pathway. 

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On Wednesdays, students participate in a Dual Enrollment Lab where they receive on-campus support for their dual enrollment coursework. This includes academic assistance, help with registration, and accountability check-ins to ensure they stay on track. Additionally, students attend a College and Career Preparation class, which features guest speakers from various universities and professional fields. These speakers share insights about higher education and career pathways, helping to broaden students’ knowledge and expand their future opportunities.

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In addition, on Wednesdays, Diamond students participate in eight CHEC Experiences throughout the school year designed to support college and professional readiness. These experiences include elevated field trips, structured service opportunities, and exposure to professional environments and institutions. Through these experiences, students build career awareness, develop professional skills, strengthen resumes and college applications, and gain real-world insight that supports informed postsecondary planning and long-term success.

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Note all students in the Diamond Program are required to be dual enrolled. Below are our CHEC Dual Enrollment tracks student can choose from,​​