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Four Diploma Types for the Class of 2019
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CORE 40
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CORE 40 with Technical Honors
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CORE 40 with Academic Honors
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General Diploma
• Three Core 40 Diplomas are offered by the State of
Indiana. These diplomas require specific college
preparatory coursework and prepare students to attend
2 and 4-year colleges and universities.
• The state of Indiana Requires a Core 40 Diploma for
students to be eligible for State Financial Assistance.
• Complete at least 42 high school credits
• Complete specified courses in English, Math,
Science, Social Studies, PE, and Health
• Pass the Grade 10 ISTEP+
• No GPA requirement
• Complete at least 6 credits of Math in High
School. Students must be enrolled in a
Mathematics or Quantitative Reasoning class
each year of High School.
English/Language Arts
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8 credits
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Mathematics
6 credits:
– 2 in Algebra I
– 2 in Geometry
– 2 in Algebra II
Social Studies
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6 credits:
– 2 in World History
or Geography
– 2 in U.S. History(11th
Grade),
– 1 in U.S. Government, 1 in
Economics (12th Grade)
Science
• 6 credits:
-2 in Biology
-2 in Integrated Chem./Physics,
Chemistry , or Physics
-2 additional Core 40 science
credits
Physical Education
-2 credits (PE Waiver Available
for Athletics)
Health
-1 credit
A year of Pre-Calculus and 2 years of a World Language are highly
recommended as many colleges/universities require these courses for
admission.
• This diploma prepares students for
college, technical or trade schools,
apprenticeships, or the workforce.
• Students can earn both a Technical
Honors diploma and an Academic Honors
diploma.
• Complete all requirements for the Core
40 diploma
• Complete at least 47 high school credits
• Earn at least a C- in each course and
earn an overall B (3.0) grade point
average at the time of graduation
• Pass the Grade 10 ISTEP+
• Additional Requirements
Earn 6 credits in the college and career preparation courses in a state-approved
College & Career Pathway and one of the following:
– State approved, industry recognized certification or credential, or
– Pathway dual credits from the approved dual credit list resulting in 6 transcripted
college credits
• Complete One of the following:
• Academic, transferable dual high school/college courses resulting in 6 college credits,
verifiable.
• -Score 1750 or higher composite score, each section must be 530 or higher
• -Score a 26 composite or higher on ACT and complete the written section
• Earn the following minimum Scores on WorkKeys: Reading 6, Math 6, Locating Info 5
• Earn the following minimum score on Accuplacer: Writing 80, Reading 90, and Math
75
• Earn the following minimum score on Compass: Algebra 66, Writing 70, Reading 80
• This is the most rigorous high school
diploma offered by the State of Indiana. It
is best suited for students who plan to
attend a 4-year college or university after
high school.
• Complete requirements for the Core 40
diploma plus additional coursework in Math,
Fine Arts, and World languages.
• Complete at least 47 high school credits
• Earn at least a C- in each course and earn an
overall B (3.0) grade point average at the time
of graduation.
• Pass the Grade 10 ISTEP+
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Additional Required Coursework
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Earn 8 Math credits – 6 of these credits must completed in high school.
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Earn 6-8 credits in World Languages
– 3 Years of one language or 2 years of two different Languages
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Earn 2 Fine Arts credits – Art, Band, Chorus, Music Appreciation
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Complete One of the following:
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-Academic, transferable dual high school/college courses resulting in 6 college
credits, verifiable.
-Score 1750 or higher composite score, each section must be 530 or higher
-Score a 26 composite or higher on ACT and complete the written section
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• The General Diploma prepares students
for employment, the military, technical
schools, and community colleges. This
diploma requires 40 credits
• Students who receive a General Diploma
are not eligible for State Financial
Assistance, including 21st Century
Scholars
General Diploma Class of 2019
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English/Language Arts
Mathematics
Social Studies
Science
Health
Physical Education
Electives
Total Required Credits
• Must also pass the Grade 10 ISTEP+
8 credits
4 credits
4 credits
4 credits
1 credit
2 credits
17 credits
40 credits
• Credit-students will receive one credit for each course they
successfully complete. Semester grades are figured by averaging
two 9 weeks grades along with a final exam or project.
• GPA- Grade Point Average- Each letter grade is assigned a point,
example A=4.0, B=3.0, C=2.0, D=1.0, F= 0 GPA is calculated at
the end of every semester, including all courses, to create a
cumulative GPA.
• ISTEP+ Students must pass the College and Career Readiness
Assessments in Algebra I and English 10 content areas.
• Dual Credit- Students take high school courses that are taught
at the college/university level. These courses count as high
school credit and transcripted college credit.
• All semester grades and credits for freshman,
sophomore, junior, & senior years
• Diploma Type at Completion
• Graduation Date
• Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) and total
number of credits
• Standardized test scores: ISTEP, ACT, SAT
• English 9 or English 9 Honors (based on test scores and student
performance)
• Algebra, Geometry or Algebra II (based on current math level)
• Biology or Integrated Chemistry/Physics (based on test scores and
student performance)
• Preparing for College and Careers
• Health
• Agriculture
• Introduction to Agriculture, Food and
Natural Resource
• Art
Physical Education
• Advanced Physical Conditioning
• Physical Education or PE Waiver
• Two-Dimensional Art or ThreeDimensional Art
Social Studies-
• Business
• Geography & History of the World
• World History & Civilizations
• Introduction to Business
• Personal Finance
• Music
Technology
•Introduction to Engineering and Design (PLTW)
• Principles of Engineering
• Band
• Percussion Ensemble
• Chorus
• Music History and Appreciation
• Chamber Choir
World Languages- students must have a C- or
better in current Language Arts class
• Spanish I
• French I
The Indiana College and Career Pathways provide an aligned sequence of secondary
and postsecondary courses leading to an industry-recognized credential, technical
certification, or an associate or baccalaureate degree at an accredited postsecondary
institution for careers that are high wage and/or high demand in Indiana.
http://www.doe.in.gov/achievement/career-education/indiana-college-career-pathways
Career Clusters
Agriculture
Architecture & Construction
Arts, AV Technology & Communication
Business & Marketing
Education & Training
Health Science
Hospitality and Human Services
Information Technology
Manufacturing
Public Safety
Transportation
Alphabet Soup
• ISTEP
• PSAT
• SAT
• ACT
• NWEA
• Accuplacer
Blue River Career Programs
Mr. Steve Shaw, Director
English 9
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English 9 Honors
English 9
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English 9 Honors
Biology
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Integrated Chemistry/ Physics
Biology or
Integrated Chemistry/ Physics
Algebra I, Geometry or Algebra II
Algebra I, Geometry or Algebra II
PE (or another 1-semester elective)
Preparing for College and Careers
Elective (Geography or World History)
Elective (Geography or World History)
Elective (Spanish or French)
Elective (Spanish or French)
Electives
Health
• Remember that while graduation is 4 years away,
freshman grades are still very important. Get off to a
good start!
• Participate in extracurricular and community service
activities. Start a resume of these activities, utilize
www.careercruising.com
• Complete a career interest inventory and establish a
portfolio at www.careercruising.com. Update regularly.
• All 10th grade students take the PSAT. 11th students who
take the PSAT are entered in the National Merit
Scholarship competition.
• Students may receive up to a full-tuition scholarship to
attend an Indiana
• Students must enroll before the end of 8th grade
• Program is based on family income
• Student must maintain a “C +” (2.5) average in high
school, participate in the Scholar Success Program,
apply for federal financial aid in 12th grade, remain free
of disciplinary concerns, and remain drug and alcohol
free
• Miranda Scully: (317) 617-0249 or [email protected]
Students needing academic support
• Math Lab
• English Lab
• Before/After school study tables
• Parent/student/teacher meetings
• Peer Mentoring Program
• Ms. Secrest
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Building a culture of excellence…one student at a time.
Contact Information
Mrs. Joleen Lancaster
317-835-3000 x1016
[email protected]