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Section 1

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Saluatatorian

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2nd high GPA in the class

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4 Year Plan

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A plan that shows all the classes you will take during your 4 years of high school that will allow you to graduate on time. This will be completed at the end of 8th grade and you will have a meeting with Mrs. Robertson.

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Post secondary

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Everything after high school ( college, career training, etc)

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Semester

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One 1/2 of a school year. Each semester stands alone and is worth 1/2 credit.

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High Wage and In-Demand Jobs

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Most jobs now and in the future require education and training beyond High School.

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High School Opportunities

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High School gives many opportunities to be involved. Part of college admission will be determined by activities and community service you participated in high school.

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End of Course Test

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A STAAR test required for graduation that must be passed in 4 subject areas to get your diploma regardless of your GPA.

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Distinguished Level of Achievement

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Foundation Program requirements, 4 credits in math including Algebra II, 4 credits in science, at least 1 endorsement

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Endorsment

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One of the 5 states approved pathways to finish out the 4 additional credits required for graduation: STEM, Business & Industry, Ats & Humanities, Public Services, Multi-Disciplinary

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GPA

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Grade Point Average- a calculated average of all of your grades in all classes based on either a 4.0 for regular classes or 5.0 scale for honors or dual credit classes.

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Core Classes

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English, Math, Science, History

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Credit

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One UNIT of coursework. Example: a yearlong class like English 1 is ONE credit. A semester long class like Health is 1/2 credit.

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Coherent Sequence

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The logical sequence of courses: English 1 then English 2, then English 3

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Program of Study

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A group of classes leading to an endorsement and you will need at least 4 classes in that endorsement.

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Career readiness

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You have done all that is necessary to prepare for your future career.

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Elective course

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A class that YOU choose...usually related to your endorsement.

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College Requirements

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Many major universities has the same HS requirements; however, a Junior College or Technical might has different requirements.

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AP

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advanced Placement classes allow you to earn college and high school credit by passing a test at the end of the year. PreAP classes prepare you for AP classes.

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Diploma

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A certificate that shows you have completed a course of study successfully. In Texas, you are required to complete 26 credits and pass end of course test.

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Graduation Plans

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a plan that outlines the requirements for completion of your 26 credits with an endorsement and more

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One or more endorsements

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You can earn more than 1 endorsement in High School. Mrs. Robertson said you will earn more than 1 endorsement.

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Prerequisite

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A class that must be taken before another class can be taken.

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Foundation Plan

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The basic graduation plan of 22 credits required by the State of Texas. Mrs. Robertson said this is not an option when you begin HS

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Dual Credit

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classes that you can take which grant both high school and college credit.

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Importance of High School GPA

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Top 10% of graduating class can be automatically accepted at most colleges. The lower your GPA placement is in your class....the higher your SAT and ACT must be. Top 25%, 50% or lower.

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Industry Based Certifications and Work Based Learning

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You can earn these in High School

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High School GPA

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Begins as a Freshman

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By 2030

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60% of Texas will have a postsecondary certificate or degree.

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Graduation Plan Options

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You want to select the graduation plan that best suits you for your goals after High School. Foundation Plan 22 credits, Foundation Plan with Endorsements 26 credits, and Distinguished with Endorsements plus Alg II 26 credits

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Required course

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A class that is required for graduation such as English 1

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Attendance Failure

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When you pass a class academically, but did not attend at least 90% of the time.

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Foundation High School Program and Endorsements

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are designed to help students determine their interests and abilities and plan for schooling after High School.

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Top 10% of graduating class

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Automatic or assured admission to most Texas Public School. University of Texas is 6%.

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Valdictorian

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Highest GPA in the class

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