Graduation Requirements
How many credits do you need to graduate in Anne Arundel County
26
A semester long class is typically worth ________credit
0.5 credit, 1/2 credit
There is no way you can get out of taking these classes. You must pass these classes to graduate
Required Class
What to do if you have an issue and need support
Ask for help from a teacher, counselor, principal, or other trusted adult
True or False: When you fail a class you can take credit recovery
True
How many credits of Foreign Language does a college completer need for graduation?
2 years of the same foreign language is required, a third year is preferred for colleges.
If I fail a class I will earn ______ credits for that class
zero
Classes that you can choose.
Elective
Term for setting aside time to review notes and concepts from class
Studying
If I need support in a class, when should I seek help?
During NEST. Each teacher has a tutoring block at least twice a week.
How many completer options are there in AACPS?
3! College Completer, Career completer, Dual completer
How do you earn credit?
Get a passing grade (Grades A, B, C, or D)
Are classes that must be taken first before you can take a certain class
Prerequisite Class
This is important because it ensures that you are not missing any class time and that you are not missing important concepts and units in class
Good Attendance
If you want to learn a skill or trade, where can you do this?
Center for Applied Technology- South. If accepted to a program, CAT-S can be considered your completer program.
How many credits in English and Math are required for graduation?
4
What are the 2 types of GPA?
Weighted- includes extra points for honors and AP classes. Honors A, 4.5, B, 3.5 etc.
Non-Weighted: Average of all grades equally. (a-4, B, 3 etc.)
Taking these types of courses will add more points to your GPA
Honors and AP Classes
Using this can help students keep track of assignments
Staying organized: Planner, Calendar, electric Calendar, Notebook, phone reminders, etc.
How many semesters of technology classes must you take in order to graduate?
2
If I met my 3 science credits required for graduation and I take another science class. This credit will count as an _________ credit.
Elective
How many credits must I earn before I am considered a 10th grader?
6 credits. 3 credits must be in core academic classes. (english, math, science, and social studies.
Length of time that a grade is earned (typically within 9 weeks)
Marking Period
Research shows that _________ can be a big determining factor for your success. Teens who do this are likely to do well inside and outside of school.
Get involved (Join clubs, play a sport, volunteer, do after school activity)
When is the best time to start planning for life after high school
Now!!!