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College/work/trade school Preparation
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The number of credits needed to graduate from High School

22 credits needed to graduate 


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What does GPA stand for?

Grade Point Average

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Who can help you determine what level of a course to take in high school?

School Counselor, teacher, yourself

100

True or False Being actively involved in school or community groups will help me get into college?

True

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The number of years of English required to graduate

4 years

200

What is a transcript?

Official school record of your grades, attendance, GPA, class rank and test scores 

200

Explain what an IEP is.

An IEP (Individualized Education Program) is a plan made for students who need extra support in school because of a disability.

It explains:

  • What the student is working on and learning
  • What help or services they will receive
  • Any accommodations that make learning easier (such as extra time on tests or help with reading)
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True or False: Colleges/trade schools will not see my transcript when I am applying to their school.

True, colleges will see your transcript once you send your transcript


300

What could happen if you miss an excessive number of classes in high school?

You fail the class

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What is a class rank?
A ranking of students based on GPA. The student with the highest GPA is ranked #1 and the second highest GPA is 2 and so on. (e.g. 54/372)
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What is an Elective Course?
A course a student may select beyond the core requirements
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True or False: You have to take a minimum of 2 year World Language to graduate High School.

False, but you need at least 1 year

400

Besides English, name three other required courses needed to graduate

Math (algebra, geometry,) Social Studies (Am. History, World History, Geography) Science (biology chemistry, physics)

400
What is does extra curricular mean?
An activity that takes place outside of class
400

Tell me about your favorite elective, you've taken or that you would recommend to others.

Art, History, Dance, Lifeguarding, Tech, Cooking, etc.

400

Name 3 ways to start preparing for college/trade school/work as a 12th grader 

Get good grades in high school; get volunteer experience for resumes, scholarships, and recommendations; go on as many college visits as you can; start getting ideas about careers you could see yourself working; job shadow; ask questions!

500

What is considered a passing grade in high school


    65 or higher 

500

What is a diploma?

A diploma is an official document that shows you have successfully completed high school and met the requirements to graduate. 🎓

500

You receive this item when you graduate from High School

High School Diploma (High School Degree)

500

What are 3 ways you can find a college/job/trade school that is the right fit for you?

Talk to your parents, guidance counselor, friends, and speech teacher! Go on college visits and trade school tours. Do your own research online. Speak with friends and family who have experience.