Graduation Requirements
How many credits are required for graduation?
25
What does GPA stand for?
Grade point average
How many career clusters are there?
14
Name 2 different types of post-secondary education.
Technical School, 2 year college, 4 year college, military, apprentice programs
Which school counselor works with students last names L-Z?
Mrs. Walker
How many community service hours do you need to graduate?
30
What is a transcript and why is it important?
A transcript is your high school report card- Courses, credits, levels, final grades, rank, gpa. Your transcript is your permanent record. It is important to take pride in it and do your best. It is used in the college admissions process.
What is a resume and name 3 things that should be on it?
A brief written account of personal, educational and professional qualifications and experience. Contact information, education, work experience, volunteer experience, honors/awards, skills and abilities and hobbies
College Board courses that a student can take in high school to potentially earn college credit.
AP- Advanced Placement
What is the name of the state assessment you will take during junior year?
SAT
How many World Language credits are required for graduation?
1
How many credits do you need, at minimum, to have sophomore status?
6
Name 3 things you should learn about your potential career interests?
Job description, Education, Working conditions, Earnings, Job Outlook, Related Careers
True or False- The University of Hartford is a public university.
False
Name 3 differences between middle school and high school.
Schedule, levels, credits, activities, classes, mid-terms and finals, homework, independence
How many STEM electives are required for graduation?
3
What is the eligibility policy for sports and extra-curricular activities?
70 average and no more than one F
Which one of the following is NOT one of the career clusters?- Medicine, Agriculture, Marketing & Sales, Advanced Manufacturing
Medicine
What degree is earned after the successful completion of 4 years of study?
Bachelor's Degree
Who is our school social worker?
Ms. St. Germain
How many PE/Health credits are required for graduation?
2
How is GPA and class rank determined?
GPA is determined by the quality points earned for each final grade in each course. Class rank is based on student gpa.
Travel agent, chef and hotel manager fall in what career cluster?
Hospitality, Events and Tourism
What does FAFSA stand for?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
What is the Senior Portfolio and what a re 3 things that must be included?
A reflection of your 4 years of high school. Work is collected and reflected on. It is contains a personal essay, resume, community service essay, work for each subject area and extra-curricular involvement/awards. It is important to show growth in your portfolio.