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Graduation Requirements2013-2014

9th Grade

-New Diploma-Common Core Standards

This one approach to the Alabama High School Diploma removes the need for endorsements or the Alabama Occupational Diploma. The focus will be on the coursework taken that necessitates a clearly articulated and individualized four-year high school plan built for each student based on the results from the EXPLORE academic and career interest assessment and middle school coursework.

12-11-12 4

State Required CreditsEnglish Language Arts

4Mathematics 4Science 4Social Studies 4Physical Education 1Health Education 0.5Career Preparedness 1CTE/Foreign Language/Arts Education

3Electives

Educational Pathways of High SchoolCareer Readiness- High School Diploma with CTE

classes to match career interest. Articulation Agreements with colleges for HS classesDual enrollment or apprenticeship

College Readiness- Honors Diploma Articulation Agreements with colleges for HS classesGPA & ACTDual enrollmentTesting RequirementsEnd of Course Test (% of final grade)ACT Products

Graduation Requirements10th GradeHigh School Diploma4 years of Eng, Math, Sci, HistPE, Health, Fine Arts, Computer AppsElectives30 Total CreditsEnd of Course Test (% of Final Grade)HonorsHighest level classes offered at school2 consecutive foreign languages

Graduation Requirements

11th GradeHigh School Diploma4 years of Eng, Math, Sci, HistPE, Health, Fine Arts, Computer AppsElectives30 Total CreditsEnd of Course Test (% of Final Grade)HonorsHighest level classes offered at school2 consecutive foreign languages

Graduation Requirements

12th GradeHigh School Diploma4 years of Eng, Math, Sci, HistPE, Health, Fine Arts, Computer AppsElectives30 Total CreditsMust Pass Graduation Exam Honors (Val/Sal & Honor Court)Highest level classes offered at school2 consecutive foreign languages

Dual EnrollmentMeet qualification of the CollegeEducational Pathways in College (College or Career)

College Pathway- Taking classes that will transfer to a 4 year university

Career Pathway- ESCC - Aviation-- take classes in Geneva--

Bus Adm., Child Dev. Comp App, Comp Graph, Comp Main, Comp Prog, Criminal Just, EMS Health Info Tech, Paralegal, Microcomp Tech, Office Adm., Paramedic,3-D Simulation

Dual EnrollmentLBW Air Cond./Refr., Auto Mech., Diesel Mech.,

Child Dev, Comp Sci., Culinary Art, EMS,Draft & Design, Office Adm., Welding

Wallace (Dothan) Air Cond./Refr., Auto Body, Auto Tech, Office Admin, Cabinet/Carpentry, Child Dev, Computer Sci., Cosmo, Draft. Design, Electrical Tech, Industrial Main, Machine Tool, Masonry, Welding

Applying to College• Sophomores- make good grades, get involved,

start a portfolio/resume.• Juniors- take the ACT, research colleges

online, make college visits, update your portfolio/resume.

• Seniors- APPLY! *Universities- Applications should be completed in the fall of your senior year. Applying online is preferred by most colleges. *Junior Colleges- Apply to 2-year schools after Christmas. Must complete FAFSA for scholarships.

PLAN-Preliminary ACT (10th Grade given in school)ACT-American College Testing

Taken in April of the Junior year (in school)If necessary, repeat the ACT at the end of the Junior

year and again at the beginning (Sept. or Oct.) of the Senior year.

What is a good score?20-24 for admissions27 and above for academic scholarships

ACT PreparationStudy! Even before you take the test for the first

time.Free online practice websites

www.actstudent.org (ACT) www.march2success.com (ACT) www.highfivescholarships.com (both)

Work with students who have earned high scoresPractice books at Barnes &Noble or Books a Million

Why study??? Because……..

What does it cost?ESCC

$133 per credit hour X 16 hours=$2128$500 for booksRoom/Board= Mom & Dad

Total=$2628/semester; $5256/year2 year degree=$10,512

What does it cost?LBW

$132 per credit hour X 16 hours=$2112$500 for booksRoom/Board= Mom & Dad

Total=$2612/semester; $5224/year2 year degree=$10,448

What does it cost?Wallace (Dothan)

$128 per credit hour X 16 hours=$2048$500 for booksRoom/Board= Mom & Dad

Total=$2548/semester; $5096/year2 year degree=$10,192

What does it cost?• Troy

– $249 per credit hour X 16 hours=$3984– $500 for books– Room=($1,420-$2,530)=$2000 avg.– Board=$1553– General University Fee ($32 per credit hour)=$512 – Registration Fee=$50

– Total= $8599 per semester; $17,198 per yearFour year total= $68,792

What does it cost?• University of Alabama

– $287.50 per credit hour X 16 hours=$4600– $500 for books– Course fees (average) $375– Room=$4000– Board=$1525 (required for Freshmen)– Total=$11,000 per semester; $22,000 per year– Four year total= approximately $88,000

• Auburn University=Approximately $12,107/semester• Note: Out of state tuition is 2-3 times that of an in-state choice

regardless of college.

How to pay for it!University and Private Scholarships

Military ScholarshipsSelf-HelpThe Federal Government (FAFSA)

The Federal GovernmentFinancial aid packages can include:

Federal Pell Grant (2012-13 maximum is $5,550 per year)

FSEOG-Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant ($100-$4000 per year) for students with exceptional financial need. Varies by school.

TEACH Grant for teaching careers ($4,000 per year). Must sign agreement to serve. Visit www.teachgrant.ed.gov

FWS-Federal College Work-Study ProgramLoans-Subsidized and UnsubsidizedAnd more . . .

Lots of information available at www.federalstudentaid.ed.gov

University Scholarships• University Scholarships

– Academic—meet requirements and apply by the deadline. (Dec. 1)

– Competitive Offers—may involve an interview, resume, etc.

– Performing Arts/Leadership/Athletic—usually involves a tryout or audition• Athletes, make sure you register with the NCAA.

– Check each college’s website for foundation scholarships and departmental scholarships. You may also call the financial aid office of the college.

– Sophomores and Juniors – look NOW for summer programs that can lead to scholarships

University Scholarships- AcademicExample #1:University of Alabama 27 ACT/3.5 GPA=$1500/year or $750/semester

($6,000 total)28-29 ACT/ 3.5 GPA=$3500/year or

$1750/semester ($14,000 total)30-36 ACT/ 3.5 GPA=Full Tuition ($34,400 total)32-36 ACT/3.8 GPA=$8,500/year + tuition + Ipad

($68,400 total)Deadlines vary

University Scholarships- AcademicExample #2

Troy University27 ACT/ 3.5 GPA=Full Tuition 31 ACT/3.7 GPA= Tuition, Room, and

BoardLeadership Scholarship, 22 ACT/3.0 GPA=

amount variesTroy “stacks or super scores” for the ACTDeadline is usually March 1All applications for Troy are online.

Private (Foundation) ScholarshipsPrivate Scholarships

www.scholarships.com www.fastweb.comwww.Studentscholarship.orgCheck affiliations with church, employers, civic

groups, etc.

Usually smaller amounts per scholarship.Can take to any college.No limit on the number you apply for.Continuously check the guidance office

Military Scholarships• Academy Appointments-start early, are highly

selective, and require a Congressional Nomination

• ROTC Scholarships—Apply to college and for ROTC Scholarships

– Navy, www.nrotc.navy.mil– Air Force, www.afrotc.com– Army, www.goarmy.com

• Veterans Affairs Office-one at every college– Veterans Benefits

• Visit www.todaysmilitary.com, click on Benefits, and then tuition support

• Parent’s GI Bill. Info is available at www.gibill.va.gov or call 1-888-442-4551

Self-HelpPACT-Pre-paid Alabama College Tuition

ProgramSavings (both student and parent)Private Loans

Visit interested tablesFor

Question & Answer

Guest AgendaMessage from ESCC- Anne KellyMessage from Al Aviation-Vann BradshawMessage from LBW-Brandon WareMessage from WCC-Mary WigginsMessage from Troy- Jessica AcordMessage from UA- Molly WhiteMessage from Navy- Jonathan McCauleyMessage from Nat Guard- Jarrod Peavey