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CLASS OF 2015
Do You Have a Clue?
Current Planning and Your Future
Types of Diplomas at TRI
Core 40 Diploma
Core 40 Diploma with Academic Honors
Core 40 Diploma with Technical Honors
Which Diploma is Right for You???
Confused?? Let’s Break It Down…
Core 40 Diploma
40 Total Credits Required
REQUIRED by Indiana state colleges and universities for regular admission
Considered College Prep Curriculum
Core 40
English/Language Arts 8 Credits*Including literature, composition, and speechMathematics 6 Credits*2 Credits: Algebra I*2 Credits: Geometry*2 Credits Algebra IIScience 6 Credits*2 Credits: Biology I*2 Credits: Chemistry I or Physics I or ICP*2 Credits: Any Core 40 science course*
*Some colleges/universities only recognize chemistry, not
ICP
Core 40
Social Studies 6 Credits*2 Credits: U.S. History*1 Credit U.S. Government*1 Credit: Economics*2 Credits: World History/Civilization Directed Electives 5 Credits(from any of the categories below, or a combination)
*World Languages*Fine Arts*Career/TechnicalPhysical Education 2 Credits
Core 40
Health 1 CreditElectives 6 Credits
Core 40 with Academic Honors
47 Semester Credits
Complete all requirements for Core 40Recognized as “Honors Track” by colleges
and universitiesMUST earn a “C” or better in each courseMUST have a GPA of 3.0 (B) or above
Core 40 with Academic Honors
English/Language Arts 8 Credits*Including literature, composition, and speech
Mathematics 8 Credits*2 Credits: Algebra I*2 Credits: Geometry*2 Credits: Algebra II*2 Credits in additional math classes (i.e. pre-calculus)
Science 6 Credits*2 Credits: Biology*2 Credits: Chemistry, Physics, or ICP*2 Credits: any Core 40 science course
*2 Credits of Chemistry and 2 Credits of Physical
recommended
Electives 6 Credits
Core 40 with Academic Honors
Social Studies 6 Credits*2 Credits: U.S. History*1 Credit: U.S. Government*1 Credit Economics*2 Credits: World History/Civilization
Health 1 Credit
P.E. 2 Credits
World Language 6-8 CreditsMust include:6 credits in one language OR4 credits in one language and 4 credits in anotherFine Arts 2 Credits*Examples of classes: band, choir, and are classes
Core 40 with Academic Honors
Complete ONE of the following:Complete AP courses (4 credits) and
corresponding AP exams
Dual Credit Class (6 credits)
Earn a combined score of 1200 or higher on the SAT critical reading and mathematics
Score a 26 or higher composite on the ACT
Core 40 with Technical Honors
47 Semester Credits
Must complete requirements for Core 40Must earn a “C” or better in coursesMust have a GPA of 3.0 or betterNOT all vocational programs qualify –
check with guidance first!
Core 40 with Technical Honors
English/Language Arts 8 Credits*Including literature, composition, and speech
Mathematics 6 Credits*2 Credits: Algebra I*2 Credits: Geometry*2 Credits Algebra IIScience 6 Credits*2 Credits: Biology I*2 Credits: Chemistry I or Physics I or ICP*2 Credits: Any Core 40 science course*
Electives 6 Credits
Core 40 with Technical Honors
Social Studies 6 Credits*2 Credits: U.S. History*1 Credit U.S. Government*1 Credit: Economics*2 Credits: World History/Civilization
Directed Electives 5 Credits(from any of the categories below, or a combination)*World Languages*Fine Arts*Career/Technical
Physical Education 2 CreditsHealth 1 Credit
Core 40 with Technical Honors
Complete a career-technical program 8+ Credits
Complete TWO of the following, one must be A or B:A. Score at or above the following levels on WorkKeys:
A. Reading for Information – Level 6B. Applied Mathematics – Level 6 C. Locating Information – Level 5
B. Complete dual high school/college credit courses in a technical area (6 college credits)
C. Complete a Professional Career Internship course or Cooperative Education course (2 credits)
D. Complete an industry-based work experience as part of a two-year technical education program (minimum 140 hours)
E. Earn a state-approved, industry recognized certification
Core 40: The minimum graduation requirement courses
Core 40 with Academic Honors: Complete all Core 40 requirements PLUS:
• 2 additional math credits• 6-8 world language credits• 2 fine arts credits• Earn a grade of a “C-” or
better in courses• Have a GPA of 3.0 or better• Complete one of the
following:• Complete AP courses (4
credits) and corresponding AP exams
• Earn a combined score of 1200 or higher on the SAT critical reading and mathematics
• Score a 26 or higher composite on the ACT
Core 40 with Technical Honors: Complete all Core 40 requirements PLUS:
• Complete a career technical program (8+ credits)
• Complete TWO of the following:• Score at or above the following
levels on WorkKeys: Reading for Information – Level 6; Applied Mathematics – Level 6; Location Information – Level 5
• Complete dual high school/college credit courses in technical area
• Complete a Professional Career Internship course or Cooperative Education course (2 credits)
• Complete an industry-based work experience (140 hours)
• Earn a state-approved, industry recognized certification
• Earn a grade of “C-” or better in courses
• Have a GPA of 3.0 or better
Still Confused Which Diploma is Right for You?
Things to consider: What is your plan for after high school? What career would you like the pursue? What training is required for that career? What are the requirements for the colleges or universities you are
considering? What will best prepare you to complete your future goals for after
high school? What are your interests?
Still unsure? That’s okay! Schedule a visit to the guidance office for more answers and explanations! We’re happy to help with any big or small questions you may have.
So What’s Next???
Once you have an idea of which diploma you would like to receive, how do you get there?
First, you create a plan of classes you will take for the rest of your high school career to help guide you in completing the requirements to meet your diploma goal. This is called the “freshmen planner.”
Four Year Plans
Keep in mind, the courses you take now matter when it comes to careers and especially college!
Graduation RequirementsDiploma typesClass requirementsRecommended ElectivesUnrestricted Electives
A Glance at College Requirements
IU Bloomington: 8 English Semesters 7 Math Semesters (including a college prep math course) 6 Social Studies Semesters 6 Science Semesters (at least 4 in either biology, physics,
or chemistry) 4 Semesters of Foreign Language 3+ Semesters in College Prep Classes
Also considers factors that emphasize academic performance and preparation, the strength and quality of the high school curriculum, recent grade trends, class rank, and results of the SAT or ACT
A Glance at College Requirements
Ball State University 4 years of English 3 years of Math 3 years of Science (2 with lab) 3 years of Social Studies Foreign Language is STRONGLY suggested, but not
required
Also considers strength of high school curriculum (including senior year), GPA, curricular patterns/grade trends, SAT/ACT scores, and participation in extracurricular activities
A Glance at College Requirements
Purdue University Math- 8 Semesters Lab Sciences: biology, chemistry, physics, earth/space
science, physiology/anatomy, etc English - grammar, composition, literature, speech, and
vocabulary, but not journalism, newspaper, yearbook, or theatre arts
Strongly encourages Academic Honors Diploma
Also considers strength of high school curriculum (including senior year), GPA, curricular patterns/grade trends, SAT/ACT scores, and participation in extracurricular activities
A Glance at College Requirements
Taylor University English: 4 years Math: 3-4 years Lab Sciences: 3-4 years Social Studies: 2 years Foreign Language: 2 years strongly encouraged Music, Art, Keyboarding, Basic Computing: strongly
encouraged
Also considers strength of high school curriculum (including senior year), GPA, curricular patterns/grade trends, SAT/ACT scores, and participation in extracurricular activities
Important Information to Remember
Some classes have prerequisite classes or grade requirements
Some classes are year-longSome colleges may require at
least two years of a world language and extra math credits for admission, regardless of diploma type
Know the diploma you are working towards and keep track of your progress
Come to the Guidance Office with any questions or concerns
Whew, that was a lot of information!!!
Are you…• Lost?• Overwhelmed?• Unsure? • Anxious?
Would you like one-on-one help withscheduling questions, graduation requirements, or just need to talk to someone?
If YES, visit the guidance office!