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Secondary Education High School Credit • An advanced student in middle school may earn up to four credits toward high school graduation. The student must earn a grade of “A,” “B,” or “C” in order to receive high school credit. Gifted studies are also available to middle school students. • All high school students in Osceola County are required to meet Florida Standards for graduation, including 24 credits and a minimum 2.0 grade point average. Standards are changing, however, due to the move forward end-of-course assessments as graduation requirements. See FACTS.org for the most up-to-date information. • All Osceola County high schools offer honors classes, Advanced Placement classes, and college Dual Enrollment classes. The International Baccalaureate program at Gateway and Celebration High are available to students meeting entrance requirements. • Each student shall select the most challenging course of study available to build a successful and fulfilling future. As goals and opportunities unfold, each student should meet with a counselor to review his or her progress annually. High School Graduation Requirements Graduation from an Osceola County high school is determined by the number of credits earned. Twenty-four (24) credits is the minimum required by high schools with traditional scheduling. In addition to taking the required course work to graduate, a student must: • Have earned a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale; and • Have passed all the applicable state testing requirements such as FCAT 2.0 and End of Course Exams. Requirements for graduation from high school for students entering in the 2011/2012 school year include: • Four credits in English; • Four credits in Math, one of which must be Algebra 1 or its equivalent and one must be Geometry or its equivalent; • Three credits in Science, of which one must be Biology I or its equivalent; • Three credits in Social Studies, which must include American History, World History, Economics, and American Government; • One credit in fine arts; or an approved practical art; • One credit in physical education to include the integration of health; and • Eight credits in electives. Courses of Study Career Preparatory: This course of study includes one of the following career/technical education programs and prepares the student to attend a community college or an adult technical center: Agriscience; Architecture & Construction; Arts, A/V Technology and Communications; Business Management; Hospitality and Tourism; Human Services; Information Technology; Law, Public Safety & Security; Education and Training; Finance; Health Science; Manufacturing; Marketing, Sales & Services; Technology, Engineering & Mathematics; and Transportation, Distribution & Logistics. Students attempting to earn a Gold Seal Vocational scholarship are encouraged to contact a counselor for additional information. College Preparatory/Career Preparatory: This course of study is designed to prepare students for a four-year college or university through a combination of academic and career/technical electives. To enter a Florida university, the student must fulfill the requirements of courses identified by the the Florida State University System. In addition, the student is expected to take the PERT, SAT, or ACT prior to graduation and score at or above the established statewide passing score in each test area. As a student nears graduation, he/she may opt to complete either the College Prep or Career Prep option instead of the combination. Advanced College Preparatory: This course of study includes a rigorous level of both required and elective college preparatory courses. To enter a Florida university, the student must fulfill requirements of the courses identified by the Florida State University System and qualify for college admissions with an acceptable PERT, SAT, or ACT score. Opportunities to earn college credits, achieve high college admissions test scores, and prepare for admissions to prestigious universities and military academies are only a few of the advantages of this course of study. Students are required to earn credit in at least four IB/AP/Dual Enrollment courses; students who complete eight or more IB/AP/Dual Enrollment courses will be recognized as Advanced Scholars. If your child falls behind... Your child may be at risk of not meeting the graduation requirements if: • His/her grade point average falls below 2.5; and/or • He/she fails to pass any of the applicable State Assessments. 28
Osceola School District June 2012 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ELEMENTARY REPORT CARDS LAST STUDENT DAY - END OF 4TH GRADING PERIOD 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 POST PLANNING - LAST DAY FOR TEACHERS 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL REPORT CARDS 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Tips of the Month from Osceola Safe Families Task Force: 1. Talk to your child about setting goals and solving problems. 2. Develop a phone support network for parents you know. Always Giving Back To Our Community! Wrangler National Patriot – Supporting Our Troops – For Rodeo Dates Visit SilverSpursRodeo.com 29
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