1. And Munday High School Graduation Requirements
House Bill 5
And Munday High School Graduation Requirements

2. HB 5
SBOE adopted new rules for the Foundation High School Program on Jan 31, 2014.
Students still must pass the English I, Algebra I, Biology, English II, & US History EOC’s.
For students entering 9th grade in and beyond, we no longer have the Recommended, Distinguished, or Minimum Graduation Plan.
A school district must ensure that each student, on entering ninth grade, indicates in writing an endorsement that the student intends to earn.
A district must permit a student to choose, at any time, to earn an endorsement other than the endorsement the student previously indicated.

3. Vocabulary Advanced Course means “the next level.” For example:
“Advanced English course” can mean English IV
“Advanced Math course” means the next course after Algebra I and Geometry. It could be Algebra II, Precalculus, etc.
In this law, Advanced Course does not mean a Pre-AP or AP or weighted course.

4. Vocabulary
Performance Acknowledgement means going above and beyond in at least one of these areas:
Dual Credit courses
Bilingualism and Biliteracy
AP Tests
PSAT or PLAN (Aspire) Scores
Earning a business or industry certification

5. Vocabulary
Distinguished Level of Achievement is a lot like the old 4x4 plan, but one of the math courses must be Algebra II.
The new language says:
four credits in mathematics, which must include Algebra II, plus
four credits in science, plus
the foundation plan curriculum requirements, plus
the curriculum requirements for at least one endorsement
A student must earn the distinguished level of achievement to be eligible for top 10% automatic admission to four year university.

6. Foundation Plan Statutory Requirements
A student may graduate under the foundation high school program without earning an endorsement if, after the student's sophomore year:
The student and the student’s parent or guardian are advised by a school counselor of the specific benefits of graduating from high school with one or more endorsements; and
The student’s parent or guardian files with a school counselor written permission, on a form adopted by the agency, allowing the student to graduate under the foundation high school program without earning an endorsement.

7. Foundation Plan Statutory Requirements
English Language Arts – 4 Credits
English I
English II
English III
Advanced English Course
Mathematics – 3 Credits
Algebra I
Geometry
Advanced Math Course
Science – 3 Credits
Biology
IPC or Advanced Lab Based Science Course
Advanced Science Course
Social Studies – 3 Credits
World Geography or World History
US History
US Government/Economics

8. Foundation Plan Statutory Requirements
Physical Education - 1 credit
Languages Other Than English (LOTE) – 2 credits
Any 2 levels in the same language; OR
2 credits in computer programming languages selected from Computer Science I, II, or III
Fine Arts - 1 credit
Electives – 5 credits

9. Foundation Advanced Courses
English Language Arts
English IV
College Prep ELA
Dual Credit College English Course
Business English
Humanities
Advanced Journalism (Newspaper III or Yearbook III)
Debate III
Creative Writing
Literary Genres
Research and Technical Writing
Public Speaking III
Communication Applications (0.5 credit)
Oral Interpretation III
Advanced Broadcast Journalism III
AP or IB ELA Course

10. Foundation Advanced Courses
Third Mathematics Credit
Mathematical Models with Applications
Mathematical Applications in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
Algebra II
Statistics
Financial Mathematics
Statistics & Risk Management
Algebraic Reasoning
AP or IB Math Course
Precalculus
AP Computer Science
Advanced Quantitative Reasoning
Digital Electronics
*Dual Credit College Math Course
Engineering Mathematics
Discrete Mathematics for Problem Solving
Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science
Robotics Programming and Design
*Algebra II must be successfully completed before this course may be taken.

11. Foundation Advanced Courses
Second Science Credit
(Must be a Lab Based Science)
Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC)
AP or IB Science
Chemistry
*Principles of Technology
*Physics
*Credit may not be earned for both physics and Principles of technology to satisfy science credit requirements.

12. Foundation Advanced Courses
Third Science Credit
Chemistry
Aquatic Science
*Physics
Astronomy
Anatomy and Physiology
Earth and Space Science
Advanced Animal Science
Environmental Systems
Advanced Plant and Soil Science
AP or IB Science
Medical Microbiology
Advanced Biotechnology
Pathophysiology
*Principles of Technology
Food Science
Scientific Research & Design
Forensic Science
Engineering Design & Problem Solving
Dual Credit College Science Course
Principles of Engineering
*Credit may not be earned for both physics and Principles of technology to satisfy
science credit requirements.
*Physics must be successfully completed before this course may be taken.

13. Languages other than English (LOTE)
If a student, in completing the first credit of LOTE, demonstrates that the student is unlikely to be able to complete the second credit, the student may substitute another appropriate course as follows:
World History or World Geography for a student who is not required to complete both by the local district
A different language course (including Computer Science I, II, or III)
Special Topics in Language and Culture
The determination regarding a student’s ability to complete the second credit of LOTE must be agreed by:
The teacher of the first LOTE credit course OR another LOTE teacher designated by the school district, the principal or designee, and the student’s parent/guardian

14. Languages other than English (LOTE)
A student, who due to a disability, is unable to complete two credits in the same language in LOTE, may substitute:
a combination of two credits from English language arts, mathematics, science, or social studies; or
two credits in career and technical education or technology applications.
The determination regarding a student's ability to complete the LOTE credit requirements will be made by:
the student's ARD committee if the student receives special education services; or
the committee established for the student under Section 504, Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

15. Speech requirement
A specific speech course will not be a requirement under the Foundation High School Program.
New Requirement:
To receive a high school diploma, a student must demonstrate proficiency, as determined by the district in which the student is enrolled, in:
delivering clear verbal messages
choosing effective nonverbal behaviors listening for desired results
applying valid critical-thinking and problem-solving processes
identifying, analyzing, developing, and evaluating communication skills needed for professional and social success in interpersonal situations, group interactions, and personal and professional presentations

16. Endorsements
A student may earn an endorsement by successfully completing:
curriculum requirements for the Foundation High School Program
four credits in mathematics
four credits in science
two additional elective credits in the endorsement area

17. Graduation Plans Discipline Credits Foundation + Endorsements
Distinguished
Discipline
Credits
English 4
Math 3
Include Algebra 2
Science
Social Studies
Foreign Languages 2
Fine Arts 1
Physical Education
Electives 5
Endorsement Electives NA
Total Credits for Graduation: 22 26

18. Endorsement Advanced Courses
Fourth Mathematics Credit to Earn an Endorsement
Algebra II
Statistics
Precalculus
Statistics & Risk Management
Algebraic Reasoning
AP or IB Math Course
Advanced Quantitative Reasoning
AP Computer Science
*Dual Credit College Math Course
Engineering Mathematics
Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science
Discrete Mathematics for Problem Solving
College Prep Math
*Algebra II must be successfully completed before this course may be taken.

19. Endorsement Advanced Courses
Fourth Science Credit to Earn an Endorsement
Chemistry
Aquatic Science
*Physics
Astronomy
Environmental Systems
Earth and Space Science
Anatomy and Physiology
AP or IB Science Course
Advanced Animal Science
Pathophysiology
Advanced Plant and Soil Science
Scientific Research & Design
Food Science
*Principles of Engineering
Medical Microbiology
Advanced Biotechnology
Forensic Science
**Dual Credit Science Course
Engineering Design & Problem Solving
*Credit may not be earned for both physics and Principles of technology to satisfy science credit requirements.
*Physics must be successfully completed before this course may be taken.

20. Endorsements
STEM
A student may earn a STEM endorsement by completing foundation and general endorsement requirements including Algebra II, Chemistry, and Physics or Principles of Technology.
Includes courses directly related to:
Math
Science
Career & Tech (CTE) Courses related to STEM

21. Endorsements Business and Industry
A student may earn a Business & Industry endorsement by completing foundation and general endorsement requirements.
Includes courses directly related to:
Agricultural, Food, & Natural Resources
Architecture & Construction
Arts, Audio/Video Technology, & Communications
Business Management & Administration
Hospitality & Tourism
Marketing
Finance

22. Endorsements Public Services
A student may earn a Public Services endorsement by completing foundation and general endorsement requirements.
Includes courses directly related to:
Education and Training
Health Sciences and Occupations
Human Services

23. Endorsements Arts and Humanities
A student may earn a Arts & Humanities endorsement by completing foundation and general endorsement requirements.
Includes courses directly related to:
Political science
English literature
World languages
History
Cultural studies
Fine arts

24. Multidisciplinary Studies
Endorsements
Multidisciplinary Studies
A student may earn a multidisciplinary studies endorsement by completing foundation and general endorsement requirements and:
Four advanced courses that prepare a student to enter the workforce successfully or postsecondary education without remediation from within one endorsement area or among endorsement areas that are not in a coherent sequence; OR
Four credits in each of the four foundation subject areas to include English IV and chemistry and/or physics; OR
Four credits in CollegeBoard AP courses or dual credit selected from English, mathematics, science, social studies, economics, languages other than English, or fine arts.

25. Distinguished Level of Achievement
A student may earn a distinguished level of achievement by successfully completing:
four credits in mathematics, which must include Algebra II; PLUS
four credits in science; PLUS
the foundation plan curriculum requirements; PLUS
the curriculum requirements for at least one endorsement
A student must earn distinguished level of achievement to be eligible for top 10% automatic admission to a four year university.

26. Distinguished Level of Achievement

27. Performance Acknowledgment
A student may earn a performance acknowledgment for outstanding performance:
In a dual credit course or an advanced technical course by earning:
At least 12 hours with 3.0 or higher; OR
An associate degree while in high school.

28. Performance Acknowledgment
A student may earn a performance acknowledgment for outstanding performance:
In bilingualism and biliteracy by
Completing all ELA requirements and maintaining a minimum GPA of 80 in ELA; AND
Satisfying ONE of the following:
Completion of a minimum of 3 credits in the same language in a Language Other Than English (LOTE) with a minimum GPA of 80 in the LOTE; OR
Minimum GPA of 80 in 4th year of LOTE; OR
Completion of at least 3 credits in foundation subject area courses in LOTE with a minimum GPA of 80 in them; OR
Score of 3 or higher on AP LOTE exam; OR
Score of 4 or higher on IB LOTE exam; OR
Score of at least Intermediate High or its equivalent on a national assessment of language proficiency in LOTE.
In addition to the above, ELL students must have participated in and met the exit criteria for a bilingual or ESL program AND scored Advanced High on the TELPAS.

29. Performance Acknowledgment
A student may earn a performance acknowledgment for outstanding performance:
AP Exam with a score of 3 or higher; OR
IB Exam with a score of 4 or higher; OR
PSAT/NMSQT recognized as commended scholar or higher; OR
College Readiness on at least 2 out of 4 subject tests on ACT Aspire exam; OR
SAT scores of 410 or higher on Evidence-based Reading and 520 or higher on Math; OR
ACT composite score of 28 or higher without writing

30. Performance Acknowledgment
A student may earn a performance acknowledgment for outstanding performance:
For earning a state recognized OR nationally OR internationally recognized business or industry certification or license

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