1. Class of 2017

2. You have TWO graduation requirements

3. Graduation Requirements Must earn 26 credits Must be College OR Career Ready

4. College Ready Take the ACT! (please, for the love of God, take the ACT) Kentucky ACT Benchmarks: English: 18 Math: 19 Reading: 20

5. About the ACT Cost: $39.50 Register online On free/reduced lunch? Take it twice for free! Must get a fee waiver from Ms. Gorman/Guidance All tests are given on Saturdays Must have a photo ID

6. All juniors will take the ACT during the school day on March 1st

7. All juniors will take a final practice CERT on January 6th

8. Career Ready Pass three classes in the same career pathway In your third year, pass the KOSSA in the spring Senior year, pass the WorkKeys Test or ASVAB

9. Why Become College/Career Ready NOW? Meet your graduation requirement early! More flexibility in your senior schedule Be able to co-op and senior mentor Take dual-credit courses (at Collins or JCTC) Take fewer assessments as a senior