Corsicana ISD reports dual-credit and AP outcomes; plans EMR for next year’s certification pathway

At the board meeting, CCMR staff reviewed career, college and military readiness outcomes for the 2025–26 academic year, including industry-based certifications (IBCs), AP testing and dual-credit performance.

The presenter told trustees the district recorded 467 state-approved IBCs that will count toward accountability and CCMR bonuses. On AP testing, the district offered 11 AP courses; 53% of students enrolled took the exams this year, and among those who took exams 53% earned a passing score (3 or higher), up from 46% the previous year.

Dual-credit performance was strong: staff reported 139 dual-credit students took 409 classes with a 98% passing rate. The presenter said CTE dual-credit programs—welding and cosmetology—reported 100% passing rates; fire/EMS and EMT-related courses had some attrition, with three students completing EMT basics this cycle and seven completing firefighter-related credits.

CCMR staff noted delivery challenges in a hybrid EMT model run with Navarro College, because skills sessions were held in Waxahachie rather than locally; they proposed switching from EMT to EMR next year to better match the district’s hybrid arrangements. Trustees asked clarifying questions about certification progression and whether EMR would require additional post‑graduation EMT certification; staff said completion would still leave room for subsequent EMT certification depending on hiring and training pathways.

No board action was taken; staff said they will continue monitoring participation, pass rates and delivery models.