High School Graduation Requirements and Course Options
Learn about the graduation requirements at WHHHS, including EOC/TCAP tests, English and Math requirements, Science and Social Studies requirements, as well as options for Fine Arts, Foreign Language, and Elective focuses. Additional requirements in Wellness, P.E., and Personal Finance are also covered. Get insights into various academic criteria needed for successful graduation.
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WHHHS Nicki Fields School Counselor Nicki.fields@rcstn.net
Graduation Requirement EOC/TCAP tests are administered at the end of the class session and this year counts 15% of the student s final grade for the semester. EOC/TCAP Tests-currently English I, English II, United States History, Algebra 1, Algebra II and Geometry (this is subject to change each year) Must take the ACT to graduate Must score a 70 or higher on the Civics Test
English Requirements* English 1 English 2 English 3 English 4 1 Credit 1 Credit 1 Credit 1 Credit or Dual English credit through Volunteer State or Austin Peay counts as English 1010 and English 1020 for college credit.
Math Requirements Math-4 Credits (students must take a math class every year) Algebra 1: 1 Credit Geometry 1 Credit Algebra 2 1 Credit Upper level Math 1 Credit The following will be other math options (cont on next slide):
Other Math Options for Year 4 Bridge Math for students who have not earned a 19 on the ACT Math portion Bridge SAILS through Volunteer State for students that score less than 19 on the ACT Math Portion and are going to a 4-year college. STEM Math (Pre-Calculus, Advanced Calculus, Statistics, Dual Enrollment Math)
Science & Social Studies Requirements Science-3 credits Lab science of choice - 1 credit Chemistry/Physics-1 credit Biology 1 -1 credit Social Studies 3 credits World History & Geography 1 credit U.S. History & Geography (Junior Year) 1 credit Economics (Senior Year) credit Government (Senior year) credit
Fine Art, Foreign Language & Elective Focus Fine Art- Foreign Language- Elective Focus (program of study)- Students completing a CTE elective focus must complete three units in the same CTE program of study. Science, math, humanities, fine arts can also be an elective focus. 1 credit 2 credits of the same language 3 credits
Other Requirements Wellness P.E. Personal Finance 1 Credit Credit credit
Elective Focus at WHHHS Veterinary and Animal Science Agribusiness Digital Arts and Design Business Management Office Management Teaching as a Profession (online) Early Childhood Education Careers Accounting Diagnostic Services Therapeutic Services Dietetics and Nutrition
Elective Focus at SHS Residential & Commercial Construction Fashion Design Nursing Services Culinary Arts Cosmetology Criminal Justice and Correction Services Engineering Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair
Grade Promotion 6 credits = Sophomore 12 credits = Junior 20 credits = Senior 26 credits = Graduation If you don t earn the credits then you will not be a sophomore
ATTENDANCE ATTENDANCE IS IMPORTANT! IF YOU ARE NOT IN CLASS THEN YOU CANNOT RECEIVE THE INSTRUCTION TO EARN CREDITS. The State of Tennessee and Robertson County Board of Education adopted a policy where 8 unexcused tardies or early dismissals will equal 1 unexcused absences. 10 unexcused absences can result in truancy charges. Board Policy (4.520) states that if a student has an A in the course and no more than 3 excused absences, OR if they have a B in the course with no more than 2 excused absences, they will exempt them from taking final exams. Students that have had ISS or OSS will not be exempted.
What is GPA? A = 4 points B = 3 points C = 2 points D = 1 point F = 0 points This is very important for class rank, university admissions, scholarships, etc. Your GPA starts after your very first nine weeks (quarter 1) grades. Ranking (the Board Policy-students taking at least 8 advanced classes will be ranked above those that do not) Advanced Classes + 3 points are added at the end of each nine weeks grade AP Classes +5 points are added at the end of each nine weeks grade
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Early Post-Secondary Opportunities (EPSO) Robertson County School System has many opportunities for post-secondary credit to jump start student's college/career paths. Volunteer State Community College Dual Credit: on-line or high school campus. This allows students to begin earning college credits as a junior. Austin Peay State University Collaborative is available for juniors and seniors. These post- secondary credits are earned through APSU with the possibility of earning an Associate s Degree when graduating from high school. Tennessee College of Applied Technology offers limited number of seats starting junior Year. Campuses is located in Portland, TN. Students may gain hours toward vocational certifications.
EPSO-Tennessee Ready Graduate Score a 21 or higher on your ACT Or Complete 4 Dual Enrollment Classes including classes at TCAT Or Complete 2 Dual Enrollment Classes and earn an industry Certification ex. EKG Certification, Microsoft Office Certification (there are additional ones please see the counselor) Or Complete 2 Dual Enrollment Classes and score a designated score on the ASVAB.
Costs Students meeting the college admissions guidelines can receive four free college classes. You are responsible for cost of textbooks. The Robertson County School System covers the cost of the Industry Certification Test(s) The ASVAB is free to take Students can take the ACT free twice: spring of junior year and fall of senior year on state designated dates
Graduation To graduate with Honors a senior must complete all graduation requirements with a minimum of a 3.50 To graduate with State Honors the student must meet all four Benchmarks on the ACT To graduate with Distinction a student must have a 3.00 GPA and have one of the following: Earn 12 hours of Dual Enrollment, Score a 31 or higher on the ACT, Attain a score of 3 or higher on 2 AP tests, earn an industry certification, participate in a Governor's School. Yes, you can graduate with all three!
ACT tips Take rigorous courses Visit act.org often for practice Enroll in ACT Prep Read, read, and read Attend ACT tutoring Set an ACT score goal
Important It is important to stay in contact with your high school counselor Please make sure that you are using Power School to stay informed about your child's grades.
