1. Welcome Class of 2018!

2. Need to ask a question during tonight’s presentation? Join the conversation at http://www.todaysmeet.com/NHSguidance http://www.todaysmeet.com/NHSguidance It’s easy! Just enter your name and ask a question. Counselors will respond to your question “@K. Frank 4-years of math are required for the Academic Honors Diploma”

3. The Road to Graduation: Planning Your High School Career

4. Freshmen Year is the Starting Line Grades Count! New Friends New Opportunities Miller Pride!

5. Come to School Every Day. Arrive to School on Time. Roadside Assistance Participate Ask ?s

6. Pass Classes 1 class = 1 credit Students must earn 46 or 47 credits to graduate.

7. Diploma Options Core 40 Diploma - 46 credits o 4 Years of English o 3 Years of Math o 3 Years of Science o 3 Years of Social Studies o 2 Physical Education Credits o 1 Health Credit o Electives

8. Core 40 w/ Academic Honors - 47 credits o All Core 40 requirements PLUS +  1 More Year of Math (4 total)  3 or 4 Years of World Language  1 Year of Fine Arts  1 Extra Requirement Dual Credit/AP Courses  Grades of C- or better  3.0 Cumulative Grade Point Average Diploma Options

9. Core 40 w/ Technical Honors - 47 credits o All Core 40 requirements PLUS +  College & Career Pathway  2 Extra Requirements Industry Certification/Dual Credit/AP Courses/Work Keys, etc.  Grades of C- or better  3.0 Cumulative Grade Point Average Diploma Options

10. Students create a 3-year plan during their Freshman year of high school. (template) Students meet with counselors every year to double-check diploma requirements and select courses for the upcoming school year. Do not hesitate to contact your students counselor when you have questions along the way. Additional Diploma Information

11. “NHS Planning Guide” (p. 6-10) is available on Noblesville High School website. Course Descriptions are available online. Counselors are available this evening in the commons area to help answer questions.

12. Pass the End of Course Assessments (ECA) English 10 ECA Algebra ECA

13. Pass ECA Exams Pass ECA Exams Come to School Every Day. Pass Classes Graduation and Beyond!

14. Additional Questions TodaysMeet Counselors are available this evening in the commons area to help answer questions. Contact Your Student’s Counselor o Al MacDonald (Last Names: A-K)  alan_macdonald@nobl.k12.in.us alan_macdonald@nobl.k12.in.us o Jennifer Edwards (Last Names: L-Z)  jennifer_edwards@nobl.k12.in.us jennifer_edwards@nobl.k12.in.us