Juniors Class of 2014
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JuniorsClass of 2014
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Indiana Graduation
Requirements
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Three diploma tracts from which to choose:
Core 40Core 40 with Academic HonorsCore 40 with Technical Honors(General Diploma)
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Core 40 DiplomaCredits Years Courses
English 8 credits 4 years
English 9English 10English 11 or HonorsEnglish 12 or Honors
Math 6 credits 3 years Algebra I Geometry Algebra II
Science 6 credits 3 years
Biology I Integrated Chemistry/Physics Chemistry I or Bio. II
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Core 40 DiplomaCredits Years Courses
SocialStudies 6 credits 3 years
World History US History Government and Economics
PE 2 credits 1 year
HealthCareers
1 credit1 credit
1 sem1 sem
Health and WellnessCareers
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Core 40 DiplomaCredits Years Courses
Comp. Apps.Pers. Finance
1 credit
1 credit
1 sem
1 sem
Electives 8 credits Any elective course
TOTAL 40 credits
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• Complete all requirements for Core 40• Earn 2 additional Core 40 math credits• Earn 6-8 Core 40 world language credits• Earn 2 Core 40 fine arts credits• Earn a grade of “C” or above in courses that count toward the diploma• Have a cumulative GPA of a “B” or above AND…
Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma Requirements
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AND… Complete one of the following: Four credits in AP courses and take AP exams Academic, transferable dual HS/college courses resulting in 6 college credits Two credits in AP courses and AP exam and academic, transferable dual HS/college courses resulting in 3 college credits 1200 combined SAT math & critical reading 26 composite on ACT An International Baccalaureate Diploma
Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma Requirements
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Students must complete a total of 47 credits
Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma Requirements
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• Complete all requirements for Core 40, and
• Earn grade of “C” or above in courses that count toward the diploma, and
• Have a GPA of “B” or above, and• Complete a career-technical program resulting in 8-10 credits, and
• AND...
Core 40 with Technical Honors Diploma Requirements
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• Complete TWO of the following – one of which must be A or B:A. Take three specific WorkKey
assessments and score at a designated level;
B. Earn six dual high school/college credits in a technical area;
C. Complete either the Professional Career Internship course, a Coop Course, or a
specified work-based learning experience;
D. Earn a state approved industry certification.
Core 40 with Technical Honors Diploma Requirements
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Students must complete a total of 47 credits
Core 40 with Technical Honors Diploma Requirements
Auditing Transcripts
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Core Classes:
English 12 or English 12 HonorsGeometry, Pre-Calculus Honors, AP Calculus
HonorsPhysics, Chemistry II, or Biology IIGovernment/Economics
Opportunities for Senior Year:
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Elective Classes:Psychology/SociologySpanishPLTW (Intro to Engineering Design, Principles of
Engineering)Intro to ConstructionArt, Photography (1 yr. art required), Band, ChorusAccounting, Yearbook
Opportunities for Senior Year (cont.)
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Twin Rivers Program
-Building Trades-Auto Service Tech-Health Careers-Cosmetology
Opportunities for Senior Year (cont.)
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VU Program – Seniors Only
Architectural Drafting Collision RepairComputer Networking Computer ProgrammingDiesel Mechanics ElectronicsFire Science Hospitality/Culinary ArtsIndustrial Drafting (CAD) Information TechnologyLaw Enforcement SurveyingTruck Driving Web DevelopmentWeldingComputer Integrated Manufacturing (C.I.M.)Precision Manufacturing (Machine Trades, Tool & Die,
Manufacturing)
Opportunities for Senior Year (cont.)
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Work Internship
-Gasthof Restaurant and Bakery - Angela Smith, DDS-Custom Agri-Builders - Heartland OB/GYN- J. Kemp, Inc. - Memorial Hospital, Jasper- Daviess Community Hospital - Norris Law Office (ER, Physical Therapy, Ultrasound) - Crane-Hayes & Dant Law Office - 1st National Bank- Washington Times-Herald- Little Bear Daycare- Montgomery Medical Clinic - Midwestern Engineers-Williams Bros. Pharmacy
Cadet Teaching-Elementary Arts/Music/PE/Special Ed-Jr. High-High School
Opportunities for Senior Year (cont.)
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College Admission Standards
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Admission Decision is made based upon freshman, sophomore, and junior years of high school.
Honors courses=Stronger Test ScoresOften times, test score is what gets you
considered for scholarshipsSenior year is last preparatory year before
college level work (rigor of senior year schedule)
Colleges want students to take some type of math senior year
Points to Ponder….
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Some colleges will re-calculate your GPA based only on your grades in high school English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Foreign Language courses. (Purdue/UE)
USI will no longer accept students on a conditional basis
VU requires one year of high school chemistry for all Health Occupations majors
Points to Ponder (cont.)….
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Nursing wants more men; Engineering wants more women. (Purdue)
Colleges admit off performance NOT potential.
Points to Ponder (cont.)…
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21st Century ScholarsNCAA Div. I or II athlete
*Must register with NCAA Eligibility Center
www.eligibilitycenter.org
Additional Requirements
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Questions?