Graduation Pathways and Requirements for Louisiana Students

LaWanna Jackson Davis and Robin Valerius

LaWanna Jackson Davis Bonny Maise Stefanie McDougald Robin Valerius Tara Thomas A-D E-K L-Rober Robin- Z Special Assignment Contact Sharon Gagliano, DHS counseling secretary, at 985-764-9872 to speak or meet with your child s counselor.

Provide responsive counseling interventions thorough individual and group sessions Advocate for students and families Honor confidentiality Support students in developing personal and social awareness (coping skills and peer relations) Guide students in planning, monitoring, and managing their academic development through their IGP.

Complete one of the following Louisiana Graduation Pathways: TOPS University Jump Start Pass required LEAP 2025 Exams Attend school regularly Complete the FAFSA during senior year

Mid-term exams October 7 & 8 Fall Break October 14 & 15 Thanksgiving Break November 25 29 LEAP 2025 December 4 December 13 Final Exams Dec. 19 & 20 Spring Semester begins January 3

Tops University English = 4 Credits Jumpstart TOPS Tech English = 4 Credits Math = 4 Credits Math = 4 Credits Science = 4 Credits Science = 2 Credits Social Studies = 4 Credits PE or ROTC = 1 and Credits Health = Credit Foreign Language = 2 Credits Performance Art = 1 Credit Electives = 3 Credits Social Studies = 2 Credits PE or ROTC = 1 and Credits Health = Credit Jumpstart Pathway Courses= 9 Credits + Credentials Manufacturing, Construction Health Sciences Hospitality, Tourism Entertainment Information technology http://whatsyouroption.webquil.com/ 23 Credits 24 Credits

In order to graduate students must pass: English I or English II Algebra I or Geometry Biology or US History Blue = Freshmen Level Courses RED = Sophomore Level Courses

Students must attend 167 days of school Students are allowed 5 absences per 1 Credit Course Students are allowed 2 days per credit course Parents notes can be used for the first 5 absences Attendance Recovery If you miss more than five days in a particular class, you will loose credit regardless of how well you are doing in that class. DHS students may attend TLC and make up hour for hour for each class period you go over five absences. Extenuating Circumstances

Earn Carnegie Credits for each class Students can earn up to 8 credits per school year. Earn credits by passing classes and attending class regularly Grading Scale: A 100-93 B 92-85 C 84-75 D 74-67 Students who s average is below 60 will be assigned a 60 for the first three grading quarters In order to be a sophomore students must earn at least 5 credits, 4 must be core classes (English, math, science, social studies, PE) F 66-below In order to be a junior students must earn at least10 credits, 7 in required courses.

Advisor/Advisee Students meet by grade level several times a semester Increase personalization Explore career, educational and social issues Testing and scheduling activities The Learning Center (TLC, see handout) An after school tutoring program English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Language Open Tuesday Thursday Offering ACT tutoring now! Students interested in taking Spanish I as 10th graders must earn C or better in Algebra I and English I.

Students Teaching and Reaching (STAR) Health Career Exploration Patient Care Health Clinical Culinary Arts Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Advanced TV Broadcasting Digital Media Interactive Media Process Technology Instrumentation Engineering Design(Physics) Please contact Lasca Anderson Lasca Anderson at (985) 785 (985) 785- -2080 2080 for more information. https://vimeo.com/249750338

Be friendly, smile Talk to people in your class Join a variety of clubs and participate Attend some social events Don t obsess over what people think Be respectful to teachers and staff Do your homework and participate in class Don t be too cool to be smart Don t be mean to your parents Avoid drama Relax and have some fun

College and Universities (4 year Bachelors Degrees) UNO, Loyola, Southern, Duke, LSU, Community College (2 year Associate Degree or Certification) Delgado, Fletcher, BRCC, RPCC Proprietary Schools (6 months- 2 years Certification or license) Cosmetology, Court Reporting, Truck Driving Apprenticeship Programs Electrician: www.ieci.org/apprenticeship Carpenters: https://www.carpenterstfla.org/ Plumbers: http://www.ualocal60.org/ Military Army Navy Marines Coast Guard Air Force Workforce

The Wall Street Journal reports just a few days ago that The crushing weight of student loan debt and the steep rise in home costs have reshaped the financial lives and dreams of young Americans. College tuition has soared 1,375% since 1978, more than four times the rate of inflation (Labor Department) Student Loan debt has quadrupled since the start of 2005 to $1.48 Trillion. Median rent hit an all time high of $1,008 a month, climbing 20% faster than inflation.

AP Courses (AP Comp Principles, AP Psy, AP English III, IV, Calc.) CLEP Tests Savings/Investment Accounts - START Program https://www.startsaving.la.gov/ An Account Owner Savings Accounts may select one or more investment funds, including the Louisiana Principal Protection Fund (conservative investments in fixed earnings), various equity mutual funds, and age based track funds. A deposit in the Louisiana Principal Protection Fund is guaranteed by the State of Louisiana. The State will match up to 14% of deposits each year with Earnings Enhancements. Deposits made to an account may be excluded from taxable income reported on the Account Owner's Louisiana tax return, up to $2,400.00 per year per Beneficiary for single Account Owners and up to $4,800 per year per Beneficiary for Account Owners filing a joint return. The Current Value of an account may be used to pay the Qualified Higher Education Expenses of the Beneficiary at any accredited college or university (in or out-of-state), and state-approved proprietary schools in Louisiana. No fees are charged to participants in the START Saving Program. The START Saving Program is exempt from federal taxes. Deposits can made be made through automatic bank debit, payroll deduction, or direct payment (including lump sums). There is no limitation on the frequency and the minimum deposit amount is only $10. Earnings on deposits are exempt from state and federal taxes when used to pay Qualified Higher Education Expenses, which include tuition, fees, room, board, books, supplies and equipment required for enrollment by the college.

Opportunity Award** 2.5 core GPA & 20 ACT Performance Award (2021) ** 3.25 core GPA & 23 ACT $400 Honors Award** 3.5 core GPA & 27 ACT $800 stipend Students who go out-of-state and return to a Louisiana college may claim the remainder of their TOPS eligibility. Students who start in LA, go out-of-state, then return may also claim the remainder of their TOPS award. **TOPS pays for a portion of a students college tuition. See https://regents.la.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/BOR- Fee_Detail_FY19.pdf

Designed for two year Community Colleges and Technical College programs of study How to earn TOPS Tech: 2.5 Core GPA & 17 ACT or Silver on the WorkKeys https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BUKNuS7yGwk Go to https://www.osfa.la.gov/to see what colleges, community colleges, and programs are eligible

Students earn post-secondary credit for completing DHS courses Must be 15 years old GPA of 2.0 ACT Score: English 18, Math 19, and composite 19 Must return Dual Enrollment form to School to Career Course Course Post Post- -Secondary School Secondary School Course Course Post School Post- -Secondary School Secondary Basic Electricity RPCC English III SELU Business English RPCC French I SELU Customer Service RPCC Spanish I and Spanish II SELU Financial Literacy RPCC Advanced Math SELU Health Clinical I, II, III (SC) RPCC College Algebra SELU IBCA RPCC Chemistry I H SELU NCCER Electrical RPCC TV Production SELU NCCER Instrumentation I, II (SC) RPCC Adv. TV Production I (SC) SELU Welding I, RPCC HRT Administration I (SC) UNO Welding II (2 credits) RPCC STAR I (SC) UNO Patient Care I, II, III (SC) RPCC Engineering Design I, II (SC) UNO Web Design RPCC More coming Each year

Junior and Senior students can enroll at local universities and colleges (Delgado, Southeastern, UNO) Must have a 2.75 overall GPA (beginning Fall 2019) Must earn an 18 in ELA and 19 in Mathematics on the ACT Must have transportation (remember to bring a friend) SCA Fund$ are available MUST contact your counselor prior qualify for SCA Funding.

Factors: Major, cost, size, distance, athletics, etc. Learn about careers https://www.bls.gov/ooh/ Occupational Outlook Handbook, Web sites that will help: https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/ https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/ https://www.chegg.com/schools https://www.niche.com/colleges/search/best- colleges/

PowerSchool is the best and most immediate way to keep up with your child's progress. If you have not already done so, download the PowerSchool App Free app DHS school code is TWMN If you have a question or concern about your child s grades or assignments e-mail their teacher via PowerSchool. DHS website: www.stcharles.k12.la.us/destrehan St. Charles Parish Public Schools www.stcharles.k12.la.us LA Department of Education www.louisianabelieves.com

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