PWCS ESOL Program, Rev Prince William County Schools ESOL Program Your Path to High School Graduation “ Destiny is not a matter of chance. It is a matter of choice: it is not to be waited for, it is a thing to be achieved. ” -American politician, William Jennings Bryan PWCS ESOL Program Rev ised

Why earn a high school diploma? High school graduates earn more money.

Why earn a high school diploma? A diploma is usually required by colleges & universities. The more you learn, the more you earn.

Why earn a high school diploma? Many jobs require applicants to have a diploma.

How do I earn a high school diploma? You need: 1.Credits 2. SOL tests (state assessments)

What are credits? If you pass a class, you get one credit.

How many credits do I need? You need to earn at least 22 credits in different subjects to get a diploma.

What are SOL tests? Standards of Learning (SOL) tests are assessments required by the state of Virginia. All students must take them at the end of the year in certain subjects.

How many SOL tests do I need to pass? You have to pass at least 6 SOL tests to earn a high school diploma.

Are there different types of high school diplomas? There are 2 high school diplomas: Standard Diploma Advanced Diploma

Standard Diploma Credits 22 SOL tests 6 Advanced Diploma Credits 26 SOL tests years world language or 2 years world language and 2 years ESOL What is the difference between the 2 types of high school diplomas?

Standard Diploma English 4 Math 3 Science 3 Social Studies 3 Health & PE 2 Econ& P. Finance 1 Fine/Performing Arts 2 or World Lang. or CTE Electives 4 TOTAL 22 Advanced Diploma English4 Math4 Science4 Social Studies4 World Languages3 Health & PE 2 Econ& P. Finance 1 Fine Arts or CTE1 Electives3 TOTAL 26 Credits for high school diplomas:

Standard Diploma English2 Math1 Science1 Social Studies1 Student choice1 TOTAL6 Advanced Diploma English2 Math2 Science2 Social Studies2 Student choice1 TOTAL9 SOL tests for high school diplomas:

Standard Diploma Credits 22 + SOL tests 6 Advanced Diploma Credits 26 3 years world language or 2 years world language and 2 years ESOL + SOL tests 9 Wait! What was that again?!

Which classes do I need to take in each subject? Which classes have SOL tests?

English

Standard Diploma 4 classes: English 9, 10, 11 and ESL IV or ESL IV, Advanced Reading & Writing 2 SOL tests: English 11 Reading English 11 Writing Advanced Diploma 4 classes: English 9, 10, 11 and ESL IV or ESL IV, Advanced Reading & Writing 2 SOL tests: English 11 Reading English 11 Writing English

Math

Standard Diploma 3 classes: Algebra I Geometry Algebra Functions & Data Analysis or Algebra II 1 SOL test Advanced Diploma 4 classes: Algebra I Geometry Algebra Functions & Data Analysis Algebra II 1 SOL test Math

Science

Standard Diploma 3 classes: Two must be: Biology, Earth Science, Chemistry, or Physics 1 SOL test Advanced Diploma 4 classes: Three must be: Biology, Earth Science, Chemistry, or Physics 2 SOL tests Science

Social Studies

Standard Diploma 3 classes: World History I US/VA History US/VA Government 1 SOL test Advanced Diploma 4 classes: World History I World History II US/VA History US/VA Government 2 SOL tests Social Studies

Health and P.E.

Standard Diploma 2 classes: HPE I HPE II Advanced Diploma 2 classes: HPE I HPE II Health and P.E.

Fine Arts / Performing Arts / CTE

Standard Diploma 2 classes: 1 class in Fine or Performing Arts and 1 class in CTE Advanced Diploma 1 class: 1 class in Fine Arts or CTE Fine Arts or CTE

Standard Diploma 1 class Economics & Personal Finance Advanced Diploma 1 class Economics & Personal Finance Economics and Personal Finance

Standard Diploma 4 classes: Two classes must be sequenced in the same subject—for example: ESL I & ESL II All ESOL classes can count as electives Advanced Diploma 3 classes: The classes do not have to be sequenced. Any 3 subjects Electives

World Languages

Standard Diploma None Advanced Diploma 3 – 4 classes: French, Spanish, Latin, German, etc. (3 world language classes or 2 ESOL + 2 world language) World Languages

Standard Diploma 1 SOL test: Math, Science, or Social Studies *Student’s choice* Advanced Diploma 1 SOL test: Math, Science, or Social Studies *Student’s choice* Additional SOL Tests

Standard Diploma Credits 22 + SOL tests 6 Advanced Diploma Credits 26 3 years world language or 2 years world language and 2 years ESOL + SOL tests 9 One more time, please!

What opportunities are there for earning high school credits toward a diploma? You can go to ESOL Summer or Night School!

What is ESOL Night School or Summer School? You can take classes, earn credits, and take SOL tests at ESOL Night School and Summer School.

What classes can I take at ESOL Night School or Summer School? You can take classes in English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and English Language Development (ELD).

Can I still go to the non-ESOL Night School or Summer School? Yes, you can! Information on courses and costs are available in the spring. Check pwcs.edu..

Remember: Your guidance counselor, and ESOL teachers will help you to achieve your goal!

Questions? Ask your guidance counselor Ask your ESOL Department Chair Ask your ESOL teacher Contact the PWCS ESOL Office: Janine Sadki, ESOL Director, Carol Bass, ESOL Supervisor, Phyllis Giasson, ESOL Administrative Coordinator, Kate Dail, ESOL High School Program Specialist, Margery Connolly, Central Registration Administrative Coordinator, Patricia Sanguinetti, Central Registration Bilingual Counselor,