Transcript Graduation requirements

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
State Board
of
Education
House Bill 5
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
• ALL current 8th grade students will graduate on the
Foundation High School Plan with endorsement
(major).
• Current 9th – 12th grade students may choose this
option as well.
• The Distinguished level of achievement and
performance acknowledgment(s) are available for
students showing outstanding performance in one or
more areas.
In most cases,
student denied
access to publicly
funded universities
and colleges.
Student denied
access to Texas
Grant monies for
failure to graduate
on the
recommended or
distinguished plan.
Parent permission
and school
administration
approval required.
CURRENT
ECISD MINIMUM PLAN
NEW
FOUNDATION PROGRAM
English – 4 credits
English I
--OR-English I SOL
English II
English II SOL
English III
English III
Additional English
Additional English
English – 4 credits
English I
--OR-English I SOL
English II
English II SOL
English III
English III
Additional English
Additional English
Algebra I
Mathematics – 3 credits
Geometry
Additional Math
Science – 2 credits
Biology
IPC
If IPC is not taken, then student must complete Chemistry and
Physics/Principles of Technology
Social Studies – 4 credits
World Geography
World History
United States History
Government
Economics
Communication Applications or Professional Communications
– 0.5 credit
Physical Education – 1 credit
Foundations of Personal Fitness
Athletics
Aerobic Activities
Cheerleading
JROTC
th
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Marching Band (10 -12 )
Team or Individual Sports
Adventure/Outdoor Education Approved Off-Campus PE
Student NOT
denied access to
publicly funded
universities and
colleges.
Student NOT
denied access to
Texas Grant
monies for failure
to graduate on the
recommended or
distinguished plan.
Parent permission
and school
administration
approval required.
Algebra I
Biology
Mathematics – 3 credits
Geometry
Additional Math
Science – 3 credits
Additional Science
Additional Science
Social Studies – 3 credits
World Geography -OR- World History -ORUnited States History
Government
Combined Course
Economics
Communication Applications or Professional Communications
– 0.5 credit
Physical Education – 1 credit
Foundations of Personal Fitness
Athletics
Aerobic Activities
Cheerleading
JROTC
Marching Band (10th-12th)
Team or Individual Sports
Adventure/Outdoor Education
Approved Off-Campus PE
Fine Arts – 1 credit
Orchestra Choir Band Theater Dance Art
Floral Design Animation Fashion Design
Fine Arts – 1 credit
Orchestra Choir Band Theater Dance Art
Floral Design Animation Fashion Design
Foreign Language – 2 credits of the same language
(ARD/504/principal waiver review)
Spanish
French
Latin
German
American Sign Language (Dual)
Chinese (GT only)
Computer Programming Language
Electives – 6.5 credits
22 CREDITS TOTAL
Electives – 4.5 credits
22 CREDITS TOTAL
GRADUATION CREDIT REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS GRADUATING 2015-16-17 SCHOOL YEAR
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM
English I
English II
English III
English IV
OR
Algebra 1
Geometry
Math Models
Algebra 2
OR
DISTINGUISHED PROGRAM
English – 4 credits
English I SOL
English II SOL
English III
English IV
English I
English II
English III
English IV
Mathematics – 4 credits
Algebra I
Geometry
Algebra II
AND one of the following:
Pre-calculus
Independent Study of Math
Independent Study of Math – Algebra III
Math for Innovators AP Computer Science
AP Statistics
Statistics and Risk Management
Science – 4 credits
Biology
OR
Biology
Integrated Physics/Chemistry
Chemistry
Chemistry
Physics or Principles of Tech
Physics or Principles of Technology
AND one of the following:
Aquatic Science Forensic Science Astronomy
Anatomy and Physiology Earth and Space Science
AP Biology AP Chemistry AP Physics
AP Environmental Science
Medical Microbiology Pathophysiology
Social Studies – 4 credits
World Geography
US History
World History
Economics (0.5)
US Government (0.5)
Speech - .5 credit
Orchestra
Art
Spanish
Choir
Floral Design
Fine Arts – 1 credit
Band
Animation
Aerobic Activities
Cheerleading
JROTC
English – 4 credits
English I SOL
English II SOL
English III
English IV
OR
English I
English II
English II
Advanced English
Foreign Language – 2 credits of the same language
Latin
French
German
American Sign Language (Dual)
Chinese GT only
English – 4 credits
English I SOL
English II SOL
English III
Advanced English
Mathematics – 4 credits
Science – 4 credits
Biology
Chemistry
Physics or Principles of Tech
AND one of the following:
Aquatic Science
Forensic Science
Anatomy and Physiology
Earth and Space Science
AP Biology
AP Chemistry
AP Physics
APEnvironmental Science
Medical Microbiology
Pathophysiology
Algebra 1
Geometry
Additional Math
Additional Math
Science – 4 credits
Biology
IPC or Advanced Science
Additional Science
Additional Science (**Arts and Humanities)
World Geography
US History
Social Studies – 3 credits
Or World History Or
Combined Course
US Government (0.5)
Economics (0.5)
Social Studies – 4 credits
World Geography
US History
World History
Economics (0.5)
US Government (0.5)
Physical Education – 1 credit
Foundations of Personal Fitness
Athletics
Marching Band (10th-12th)
Team or Individual Sports
Adventure/Outdoor Education
Approved Off Campus PE
Spanish
Choir
Floral Design
Fine Arts – 1 credit
Band
Animation
Aerobic Activities
Cheerleading
JROTC
Theater
Dance
Fashion Design
Foreign Language – 3 credits of the same language
Latin
French
German
American Sign Language (Dual)
Chinese GT only
26 CREDITS TOTAL
Electives – 5.5 credits
Electives – 4.5 credits
**Advanced Measures – 4**
Exam scores of 3 or above on AP and 4 or above on IB/ Dual credit grade of B
or better and/or PSAT National Qualifying score
26 CREDITS TOTAL
26 CREDITS TOTAL
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Speech - .5 credit
Physical Education – 1 credit
Foundations of Personal Fitness
Athletics
Aerobic Activities
Marching Band (10th-12th)
Team or Individual Sports
Cheerleading
Adventure/Outdoor Education Approved Off Campus PE
JROTC
Speech - .5 credit
Electives – 4.5 credits
Theater
Dance \
Fashion Design
OR
Mathematics – 4 credits
Algebra 1
Geometry
Algebra 2
Orchestra
Art
Physical Education – 1 credit
Foundations of Personal Fitness
Athletics
Marching Band (10th-12th)
Team or Individual Sports
Adventure/Outdoor Education
Approved Off Campus PE
FOUNDATION PROGRAM WITH ENDORSEMENT
Orchestra
Choir
Art
Floral Design
Fine Arts – 1 credit
Band
Animation
Theater
Dance
Fashion Design
Foreign Language or Substitute – 2 credits of the same language
Spanish
Latin
French
German
American Sign Language (Dual)
Chinese GT only
Computer Programming Language
Electives – 6.5 credits
FOUNDATION PLAN - *DISTINGUISHED
*Required for Eligibility for Automatic Admission for
College/University-Top 10%
**Substitution Allowed
ADDITIONAL CHOICES:MULTIPLE ENDORSEMENT(S)
PERFORMANCE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT(S)
26 CREDITS TOTAL
Distinguished Achievement
Indicated on Academic Achievement Record (transcript)
• Required for students to be considered for top10%
automatic admission into public 4-year colleges and
universities in the State of Texas
• Requires 4 Math credits to include Algebra II
• Requires 4 science credits
• Requires completion of at least one endorsement
Currently transcripts are coded with Minimum Program, Recommended Program, and
Distinguished Achievement Program.
Performance Acknowledgment
Indicated on Academic Achievement Record (transcript)
• Earned by a student for outstanding performance in
multiple areas
• Designated on student’s diploma
Currently this detailed information is not included on your student’s transcript or
diploma.
Performance Acknowledgement
DUAL CREDIT DESIGNATION
1) Complete at least12 hours of college academic
courses with a 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale including:
• College academic courses
• Advanced technical credit
• Articulated courses; or
2) Complete of an associate degree while in high school
Performance Acknowledgement
BILINGUALISM & BI-LITERACY
Complete all English language arts requirements and maintain a minimum
grade average of an 80 on a scale of 100 in the ELA courses ; and
• Complete at least 3 credits in the same language other than English with a
minimum grade average of an 80 on a scale of 100; or
• Complete a level IV or higher level language other than English with an 80 on a
scale of 100; or
• Demonstrate proficiency in one or more languages other than English by earning
1. a score of 3 or more on a College Board Advanced Placement (AP) exam
in a language other than English; or
2. a score of 4 or higher on an International Baccalaureate exam in a higher
level languages other than English course; or
3. performance on a national assessment of language proficiency in a
language other than English of at least Intermediate High or its
equivalent
Performance Acknowledgement
BILINGUALISM & BI-LITERACY FOR ENGLISH
LANGUAGE LEARNERS
In addition to the general requirements for BILINGUALISM & BILITERACY, an English Language Learner must also:
• Participate in an English as a second language (ESL)program
• Meet Exit Level criteria of the ESL program
• Score at the Advanced High Level on Texas English language
Proficiency Assessment System (TELPAS)
Performance Acknowledgement
ADVANCED PLACEMENT OR
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE
• Earn a score of 3 or above on an Advanced Placement Exam
• Earn a score of 4 or above on an International Baccalaureate
Exam
Performance Acknowledgement
PSAT/ACT-PLAN/SAT/ACT
• Earn a score on the PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test
(NMSQT) that qualifies for recognition as a Commended Scholar or
higher, or as part of the National Hispanic Recognition Program (NHRP)
Scholar, or as part of the National Achievement Scholarship Program, or
• Achieve a college readiness benchmark score on 2 of the 4 subject
areas on the ACT-PLAN exam, or
• Earn a combined critical reading and mathematics score of at least
1250 on the SAT, or
• Earn a composite score on the ACT exam of 28 (without writing)
Performance Acknowledgement
BUSINESS & INDUSTRY CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE
• Perform on an exam or series of exams sufficient to obtain a
national or international business or industry certification.
• Perform on an exam or series of exams sufficient to obtain a
government required credential to practice a profession.
ENDORSEMENTS
• ALL students MUST specify in writing an
ENDORSEMENT upon entering the 9th grade.
• A student’s endorsement is like a high school
“major” – it determines what sequence of classes
to be taken and what kind of career to be pursued
after high school.
• A student may change an endorsement in the
future if needed and may also have more than
one endorsement.
ENDORSEMENTS
Endorsement Areas:
• STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math)
• Business & Industry
• Public Services
• Arts & Humanities
• Multidisciplinary Studies
• Total Credits w/Endorsement = 26
ENDORSEMENTS
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math)
Includes courses directly related to:
• STEM CTE career cluster
• Science
• Math
ENDORSEMENTS
Business & Industry
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Agricultural science
Architecture & construction
Arts, A/V technology & communications
Business management & administration
Finance
Hospitality & tourism
Information technology
Manufacturing
Marketing
Transportation, distribution & logistics
Communication
Technology Applications
ENDORSEMENTS
Public Services
Includes courses directly related to:
• Education & training
• Health science
• Human services
• Law, public safety, corrections, & security
• JROTC
ENDORSEMENTS
Arts & Humanities
Includes courses directly related to:
• Social studies
• Languages other than English
• Fine arts
ENDORSEMENTS
Multidisciplinary Studies
• Requires 4 advanced courses within one or more endorsement
areas that are not in a coherent sequence; or
• Requires 4 credits in each of the four foundation subject areas to
include English IV, Chemistry, and/or Physics; or
• Requires 4 credits in Advanced Placement, International
Baccalaureate, or dual credits selected from :
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English
Math
Science
Social Studies
• Economics
• Languages other than English
• Fine arts