Transcripts
What does a transcript list?
Credits, final grades, and exam (regents) scores
How many credits do you receive for each course you pass?
What are Regents?
Necessary exams high school students in NY State need to take and pass in order to graduate from high school.
What is the purpose of a transcript?
- determines high school graduation
- colleges look at transcripts for admission
- employers look at transcripts for proof of education
- in college you will have a transcript as well
How many credits do you need to graduate high school?
44
What are the two different types of Regents diplomas?
Regents Diploma, Advanced Regents Diploma
What is AP? What does it stand for?
AP stands for Advanced Placement. AP classes are courses that offer college credit if successfully completed
Name the different types of social studies classes you need to take in order to fulfill the high school graduation requirement.
Global History, US History, Government & Economics
What is the score you need to receive on the Regents to classify as "college ready"? What does "college ready" mean?
80%-85%
How are AP classes different than regular or honors classes on your transcript?
AP classes on your transcript are given more points on your GPA
Name two examples of physical sciences
Earth Science, Chemistry, and Physics
Name the three types of Math Regents you need to take to receive an Advanced Regents Diploma.
Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II/Trigonometry
What is required for you to receive a college credit for an AP class?
A score of 3/5 on the AP exam?
How many credits do you need to fulfill the Health requirement?
One
What are the extra exams you need to take the Regents in order to obtain an Advanced Regents Diploma comparatively to a Regents Diploma?