2009-10 School Yr. - Choctawhatchee High School

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Requirements for Graduation Class of 2011 & After Courses of Study: Students must select one of three graduation options: Courses English Mathematics Science Social Studies Foreign Language Fine or Performing or Practical Arts Physical Education Majors, Minors, or Electives Total State Assessment Requirements (GPA) Grade Point Average Requirements OPTION 1 OPTION 2 OPTION 3 Complete University and TechnicalProgram (4-year) 4 credits (major concentration in composition and literature) 4 credits one of which must be Algebra I or equivalent or a higher-level math course 3 credits (two must have a laboratory component) 1 credit World History 1 credit American History ½ credit American government ½ credit economics not required for high school graduation; required for admission into state universities 1 credit fine or performing art, speech and debate or eligible practical art 1 credit of physical education to include the integration of health 8 credits: 4 credits in a major area of interest, 4 credits in elective courses, which may be combined to allow for a second major area of interest, a minor area of interest (3 credits), individual elective courses, intensive reading or mathematics intervention courses, or credit recovery courses 24 credits Earn passing scores on the FCAT (grade 10) or scores on a standardized test that are concordant with the passing scores on the FCAT (ACT or SAT) Earn a cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale Accelerated College Preparatory Program (3-year) 4 credits (major concentration in composition and literature) 3 credits at the Algebra I level or above from the list of courses that qualify for state university admission 3 credits in natural science (two must have a laboratory component) 1 credit World History 1 credit American History ½ credit American government ½ credit economics 2 credits or demonstrated proficiency in same second language Not Required Not Required 3 credits in electives 18 credits 6 of which must be in IB/Dual Enrollment or Honors Earn passing scores on the FCAT (grade 10) or scores on a standardized test that are concordant with the passing scores on the FCAT (ACT or SAT) Earn a cumulative GPA of 3.5 on 4.0 scale in courses required for the college preparatory program and a weighted or unweighted grade that earns at least 3.0 points or its equivalent in each of the 18 required credits Accelerated Career PreparatoryProgram (3-year) 4 credits (major concentration in composition and literature) 3 credits (one of which must be Algebra 1 or its equivalent 1-A or 1-B) 3 credits in natural science (two must have a laboratory component) 1 credit World History 1 credit American History ½ credit American government ½ credit economics Not Required Not Required Not Required 3 credits in single vocational or career education program or 3 credits in career and technical certificate dual enrollment courses or 5 credits vocational or career education courses 18 credits Earn passing scores on the FCAT (grade 10) or scores on a standardized test that are concordant with the passing scores on the FCAT (ACT or SAT) Earn a cumulative weighted GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in the courses required for the career preparatory program and a weighted or unweighted grade that earns at least 2.0 points or its equivalent in each of the 18 required credits 25
Testing Information FCAT - Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test Assesses reading, mathematics, writing and science Reading and Math given to all 9 th and 10 th grade students Writing given to all 10 th grade students Science given to all 11 th grade students Passing score required for high school graduation - must obtain state required score (on 10 th grade test) of 300 in Math, 300 in Reading PSAT / NMSQT – Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test & National Merit Scholar Qualifying Test Given to 10 th grade students at no charge Recommended for all college-bound 11 th grade students - $15.00 fee Gives preview of anticipated performance on college entrance exams (SAT) Used to determine student eligibility for National Merit Scholarships Accuplacer/CPT Online college placement test offered by The College Board Given to 11 th and 12 th graders at no charge Used to determine reading and math levels for students entering a community college or a junior College May be used instead of ACT or SAT for entrance into a community college ASVAB - Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery Matches student interests and aptitudes to career choices Given to all 11 th grade students at no charge College Readiness Based on Florida Statute 1008.30 (1-3), all students must take either ACT, SAT or CPT in the junior year for use in determining senior placement to facilitate college readiness. College Entrance Exams The guidance department offers general registration information for these tests. Hard copies of registration forms are available in Guidance but online registration is preferred. Students must register with the appropriate testing agency. Tests are given in various locations (OWC, some at CHS, PJC etc.), usually on Saturday mornings six to twelve times a year. ACT – American College Testing Registration options: Online Registration with credit card: www.act.org Register early for best test location. SAT – Scholastic Aptitude Test Registration options: Online Registration with credit card: www.collegeboard.com Register early for best test location. 26
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