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Middle vs High
CTE
100

What is Grade Point Average of all courses taken on a scale of unweighted 4.0?

Your GPA. Your beginning GPA is 0.0. Your first semester is your most important semester. 

100

What is Pre-AP or Honors courses?

Usually taken in 9th and 10th grade year to prepare for AP classwork. If you take an honors course you fo not have to take an AP course though. 

100

What is Zoo School?  

Courses taken at the ZOO. You have to have a minimum of 2 classes at the zoo. You may go one semester or two.  All Agriculture classes are taught at the Zoo. 

100

What is the number of classes you take each year? 

 8 classes

100

What is CTE? 

Career and Technical Education. These classes are more hands-on and you will learn how to apply things you learn in your academic courses.  Ex. Advance Manufacturing, Technology, Health Science, Biomed Technology

200

What is your ranking compared to all students in your graduating class?

Class Rank.  Higher rank can help with scholarships or getting into programs that you choose. 

200

What is an AP course?

Course you take in high school where a exam is given and college credit can be granted. Examples:

AP World History, AP US History, AP English 11 and 12, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Calculus, etc. 

200

What is Health Science Academy?

Students who are interested in a career in health science can participate in this school within a school. Applications will be available soon.



200

What is the number of classes you take each semester? 

4

200

What is Apprenticeship Randolph? 

Apprenticeship Randolph is a opportunity for you to work for PAY and go to school while you attend classes to complete your degree.  Programs currently in the Manufacturing Fields, Information Technology,and Automotive.  Grades and attendance are important for this program. 

300

What is the number of credits of English, Math, Social Studies, Science and PE?

English - 4

Math - 4

SS - 4

Science - 3

PE - 1

300

What is dual enrollment or Career and College Promise (CCP)?

These courses count toward high school and college credit at the same time. example Taking US History at RCC and earning college and high school credit. You can also take machining, automotive, or criminal justice.

300

How do I get my driver's license? 

Sign up on-line. Must be 14.5 by first day of class. You must be academically eligible meaning you must be passing your courses. NOTE!!! There is a limited number of students who can sign up each time.  

300

What is how long each class is at high school? 

 90 minutes

300

What is the Automotive Academy? 

You can take Automotive classes as early as your 9th grade year.  Classes are at RCC and are free. They will count toward your AAS degree and certification. 

400

What is the minimum number of foreign language credits required for admissions to the UNC system? 

2. Foreign Language is not required unless you plan on attending a school in the UNC System. Most private 4 year schools require 2 foreign languages. 

400

What is the difference between honor courses and regular courses in regards to your GPA?

Regular courses an A is worth 4 points. And Honors is 4.25.  Any college courses (AP or at RCC) are 4.5 

400

What are the requirements to be eligible for athletics?

Passing a minimum of 3 course during previous semester and be in attendance of 85%



400

What is the number of credits I need to graduate?

28. You will have an opportunity to earn up to 32 by taking 8 classes per year for 4 years.

400

What are CTSO's

Career & Technical Student Organizations.  More than just a club! You participate in competitions & fun activities. DECA, HOSA, FFA

500

What are college entrance exams? 

ACT/SAT - Note if you are attending RCC you will take a placement exam

500

What is the test that you will need to pass in order to earn credit for a course? 

EOC ( End of Course Exam), NCFE, or Teacher made exam. Each courses has some form of exam at the end of the course. 

500

Who are the high school counselors?

Ms. Smith is the 9th grade counselor. Ms. Tune, Ms. Walker, and Mr. Robbins work with grades 10-12. You are assigned by your last name. 

500

When is attendance and /or tardies taken?  

Every class takes attendance and counts tardies. 

500

What are Industry Recognized Credentials?

Tests you can take for free in some CTE classes.  If you pass the tests, you are then certified and eligible for certain jobs.  Example: Certified Production Technician in AD, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel

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