High School Orientation

Graduation Requirements Standard High School Diploma Must have the SPECIFIC 24 credits. Must have at least a 2.0 GPA. Must pass the Grade 10 FSA Reading. Must pass the Algebra I EOC Assessment. Must have an online course completed. Certificate of Completion It is a certificate given to a student who has completed all the necessary coursework to graduate from high school but has not met the other requirements to receive a standard diploma.

Graduation Credits 24 Specific Graduation Credits: 4 credits in English Language Arts (ELA) 4 credits in Mathematics (Must include Algebra 1 & Geometry) 3 credits in Science (must include Biology & at least 2 labs) 3 credits in Social Studies (World History, U.S. History, U.S. Gov’t, and Economics w/ Financial Literacy) 1 credit in Performing Fine Arts, Speech/Debate, or Practical Arts 1 credit in HOPE PE 8 elective credits 2 credits in same foreign language is required for Bright Futures, NCAA Eligibility Center, and State University School (SUS) admissions.

Online Course Graduation Requirement Beginning with the Class of 2015, students MUST graduate with an online credit. The legislation states that students need “a course” and it must a blended course at the current school, through FLVS, or through a dual enrollment program. If students took HOPE PE during the 2017-18 school year at FSUS, they have met this graduation requirement.

GPA Information Unweighted (Cumulative) GPA – 4.0 scale Used to identify Summa Cum Laude, Magna Cum Laude, and Cum Laude and Honors status at graduation. Scholarships College/University Admissions NCAA Eligibility Center (16 core academic courses) Weighted Numeric GPA – 5.0 scale Weighted courses: Honors, AP, and Dual Enrollment Courses Official class rank (completed after the 7th semester) Some scholarships Bright Futures (Based on the 16 core academic courses)

New Designations for Diploma

Standard Diploma Requirements (24 credits plus . . .) Scholar Diploma Designation Earn 1 credit in Algebra 2 Pass the Geometry EOC Earn 1 credit in statistics or equally rigorous math course Pass the Biology 1 EOC Earn 1 credit in Chemistry or Physics Earn 1 credit in a course equally rigorous to Chemistry or Physics Pass the U. S. History EOC Earn 2 credits in the same world language Earn at least 1 credit in an AP or dual enrollment course Merit Designation Attain at least 1 industry certification

Community Service

Community Service NOT a graduation requirement Requirements: Participation must be during high school years You may not be paid or receive any type of compensation for participating in the activity Students must complete the FSUS Community Service Form and return the completed form to Mrs. Eula Walker. Bright Futures – 1oo hours

Assessment Information

Assessments Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior FSA ELA (spring) EOCs (spring – Algebra, Geometry, Biology) AP Exams (spring) Sophomore PSAT (October) EOCs (spring – Geometry, Biology) ACT/SAT (summer) PERT (spring/summer if eligible to participate in dual enrollment program) Junior PSAT (National Merit Scholarship) - October ASVAB (Career Exploration and Military Entrance Exam) – fall EOC (spring – US History) ACT/SAT Senior PERT (if planning to enroll in TCC after graduation)

Dual Enrollment Program

TCC Dual Enrollment Program General Admissions Criteria: Recommended for juniors and seniors At least a 3.0 unweighted (cumulative) GPA Appropriate test scores on SAT, ACT, or PERT Only can take up to 11 credit hours each semester Early Admissions Criteria: Must be in the 12th grade At least a 3.5 unweighted (cumulative) GPA Senior takes 12 – 15 credit hours each semester on TCC’s campus

Placement Scores

Scholarships

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Student Services Team

Student Services Mr. Ryan Capas Mrs. Inika Williams 9th/10th grade Academic Advisor FSUS Community Services Liaison Mrs. Inika Williams 11th grade Academic Advisor Dual Enrollment Coordinator Testing Coordinator Mrs. Jennifer Kinney 12th grade Academic Advisor School Counselor for grades 6-12

Student Services Mr. Kevin Helms Mrs. Ali Raker Mrs. Eula Walker Dean of Discipline Mrs. Ali Raker MIS Director Mrs. Eula Walker Collects community service hours Distributes transcripts Mrs. Renee Warner Records

Student Services Ms. Makayla Bentley Mrs. Jennie Dekle Counselor from Disc Village Mrs. Jennie Dekle Student Services Assistant Graduation Coordinator Herff Jones Coordinator Mrs. Lakesha Williamson Student Services Receptionist