1. HB 5 Course Requirements
March 21, 2014

2. Foundation Graduation Plan
Algebra II
DistiD
Foundation 22 Credits
Endorsement
26 Credits
Distinguished
Business and Industry
Public Service
Arts & Humanities
STEM
Multi
Disciplinary
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3. Foundation 22 Credits ELA ELA 1, II, and III + Advanced Math
Algebra & Geometry
Social Studies
US History Gov./Eco.
+ World History or World Geography
Science
Biology
1 Lab Science + Advanced
2 LOTE
1PE
1 Fine Arts
5 Electives
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4. ELA 4 Courses ELA I, II, and III Required
Sequencing Not an Issue
ELA 4 Courses ELA I, II, and III Required
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5. ELA 4 Courses ELA I, II, and III Required
Sequencing Not an Issue
ELA 4 Courses ELA I, II, and III Required
ELA IV
Public Speaking III
Advanced Journalism Newspaper III
Business English
Oral Interpretation III
Advanced Journalism Yearbook III
Independent Study English
Debate III
AP English Lit & Comp.
Literary Genres
Independent Study in Speech
IB Language AI
Creative Writing
Independent Study in Journalism
Communications Applications
Research & Technical Writing
Advanced Broadcast Journalism III
College Prep
Humanities
Apprenticeship
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6. Math – 3 Courses Algebra I and Geometry Required
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7. Math – 3 Courses Algebra I and Geometry Required
Math Models**
Algebra II
Agriculture
Mathematics
Algebraic Reasoning
Digital Electronics
Statistics
Robotics Programming
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8. Math Sequencing Algebra I Geometry Prerequisite Algebra I
Math Models Prerequisite Algebra I
Algebra II Prerequisite Algebra I
College Prep ?? 4th year
Statistics Same Level Algebra II
Algebraic
Reasoning Same Level Algebra II
All other math courses have
a prerequisite of Algebra II
Math Models**
Agriculture Math
Digital Electronics
Robotics Programming
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Math Sequencing
Algebra I in 8th Grade????
WHY?
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10. College Entrance Requirements
ALGEBRA II
The state’s two largest public university systems,
University of Texas
Texas A&M University,
SFA
said they will continue to require the Algebra II for admission.
University of North Texas System will follow suit.
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11. College Entrance Requirements
ALGEBRA II
Many private universities have also declined to change their admissions standards in response to HB 5 Including
Rice University
and
Southern Methodist University
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12. Social Studies – 3 Courses US History and US Gov. & Economics Required
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13. Social Studies – 3 Courses US History and US Gov. & Economics Required
World History
World Geography
Combined World History/World Geography*
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14. Social Studies Sequencing
Julie Brelsford TEA
No sequencing or prerequisites for Social Studies Courses
In TEKS a recommendation for Economics at 12th grade
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15. Certification Requirements for Geography
TAC
Certification Requirements for Geography
  (1) G or Gr Geography.
  (2) Gr or Gr Social Studies.
  (3) Gr or Gr Social Studies, Composite.
  (4) Jr. H. School (Gr only) or HS Geography.
  (5) Jr. H. School (Grades 9-10 only) or HS Social
Science Composite   
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16. Certification Requirements for Geography
TAC
Certification Requirements for Geography
  (1) G or Gr Geography.
  (2) Gr or Gr Social Studies.
  (3) Gr or Gr Social Studies, Composite.
  (4) Jr. H. School (Gr only) or HS Geography.
  (5) Jr. H. School (Grades 9-10 only) or HS Social
Science Composite
  (6) Secondary Geography (Gr. 6-12).
  (7) Secondary Social Studies (G. 6-12).
  (8) Secondary Social Studies, Composite (Gr. 6-12).
  (9) Social Studies: Gr
  (10) Social Studies: Gr
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17. Science 3 Courses Biology Required
Sequencing IS an Issue
Science 3 Courses Biology Required
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18. Science 3 Courses Biology Required
Sequencing IS an Issue
Science 3 Courses Biology Required
One of the three courses must be selected form the following laboratory based courses
IPC
Physics
Chemistry
Principals of Technology
AP Chemistry
AP Physics I: Algebra Based
IB Chemistry
IB Physics
Credit may not be earned for both physics and Principals of Technology
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19. Science 3 Courses Biology Required
Foundation/Endorsement
Option 1
Grade 9
IPC
Grade 10
Biology 11
List
Grade 12
List  
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20. Science 3 Courses Biology Required
Foundation/Endorsement
Option 1
Option 2
Grade 9
IPC
Biology
Grade 10 11
List
Grade 12
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21. Science 3 Courses Biology Required
Foundation/Endorsement
Option 1
Option 2
Option 3
Grade 9
IPC
Biology
Grade 10
Chemistry 11
List
Physics
Grade 12
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22. Science 3 Courses Biology Required
Foundation/Endorsement
STEM
Option 1
Option 2
Option 3
Grade 9
IPC
Biology
Grade 10
Chemistry 11
List (e)(5)
Physics
Grade 12
List
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23. Science 3 Courses Biology Required
Foundation
STEM
Option 1
Option 2
Option 3
Grade 9
IPC
Biology
Physics
Grade 10
Chemistry 11
List (e)(5)
List
Grade 12
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24. Science 3 Courses Biology Required
Foundation
STEM
Option 1
Option 2
Option 3
Grade 9
IPC
Biology
Physics
Grade 10
Chemistry 11
List (e)(5)
List
Grade 12
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25. Science 3 Courses Biology Required
Sequencing IS an Issue
Science 3 Courses Biology Required
Chemistry
Physics
Environmental Systems
Food Science
AP Biology
AP Chemistry
IB Physics
IB Environmental Systems
Advanced Animal Science
IB Biology
IB Chemistry
AP Physics 1 Algebra Based
AP Environmental Science
Advanced Plant & Soil
Principals of Technology
Aquatic Science
AP Physics 2 Algebra Based
Anatomy & Physiology
Forensic Science
Science Research & Design
Astronomy
AP Physics C
Medical Microbiology
Advanced Bio-technology
Engineering Design
Earth & Space
Pathophysiology
Principals of Engineering
Prerequisite
College Credit
Apprenticeship
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26. Endorsements

27. All Endorsements 4th Math Course
Algebra II
Independent Study Math
AP Statistics
IB Math Standard Level
Math Models**
Discrete Math Problem Solving
AP Calculus AB
IB Math Studies Standard Level
College Prep
Engineering Math
AP Calculus BC
IB Math Higher Level
Prerequisite College Course
Adv. Quantitative Reasoning
AP Computer Science
IB Further Math Higher Level
Algebra I and Geometry
Apprenticeship
Statistics & Risk Management
Algebra II Prereq. College Credit
Algebraic Reasoning
Precalculus
Discrete Math for Computer Science
Algebra & Geo Apprenticeship
Statistics
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28. Endorsement – Math Requirements
Math Models
Agriculture Math
Digital Electronics
Robotics Programming
The courses listed here may be taken before or after the 4th math course
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29. STEM Algebra II, Chemistry, Physics
A coherent sequence of courses for 4 or more credits in CTE
At least one advanced CTE course from
Ch. 130 CTE
Ch. 127 Career Development
CTE Innovative course
Final course in sequence from Ch. 130 STEM
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30. STEM Algebra II, Chemistry, Physics
A coherent sequence of courses for 4 or more credits in CTE
At least one advanced CTE course from
Ch. 130 CTE
Ch. 127 Career Development
CTE Innovative course
Final course in sequence from Ch.
130 STEM
4 credits in Science by completing chemistry, physics and 2 additional science courses from the allowable 4th science list
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31. STEM Algebra II, Chemistry, Physics
A coherent sequence of courses for 4 or more credits in CTE
At least one advanced CTE course from
Ch. 130 CTE
Ch. 127 Career Development
CTE Innovative course
Final course in sequence from Ch.
130 STEM
4 credits in Science by completing chemistry, physics and 2 additional science courses from the allowable 4th science list
3 credits in math by successfully completing Algebra II and 2 additional math courses for which Algebra II is a prerequisite
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32. STEM Algebra II, Chemistry, Physics
A coherent sequence of courses for 4 or more credits in CTE
At least one advanced CTE course from
Ch. 130 CTE
Ch. 127 Career Development
CTE Innovative course
Final course in sequence from Ch.
130 STEM
4 credits in Science by completing Chemistry, physics and 2 additional science courses from the allowable 4th science list
3 credits in math by successfully completing Algebra II and 2 additional math courses for which Algebra II is a prerequisite
In addition to Algebra II, Physics and Chemistry a coherent sequence of 3 additional credits from no more that two of the categories or disciplines represented here
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33. STEM Algebra II, Chemistry, Physics
A coherent sequence of courses for 4 or more credits in CTE
At lease one advanced CTE course from
Ch. 130 CTE
Ch. 127 Career Development
CTE Innovative course
Final course in sequence from Ch.
130 STEM
4 credits in Science by completing Chemistry, physics and 2 additional science courses from the allowable 4th science list
3 credits in math by successfully completing Algebra II and 2 additional math courses for which Algebra II is a prerequisite
Coherent sequence of 4 credits in computer science:
Fundamentals of Computer Science
Computer Science I, II, III
AP Computer Science
IB Computer Science Standard Level
IB Computer Science Higher Level
Discrete Math for Computer Science
Digital Forensics
Game Programming and Design
Mobile Application Development
Robotics Programming and Design
Independent Studies of Tech App
In addition to Algebra II, Physics and Chemistry a coherent sequence of 3 additional credits from no more that two of the categories or disciplines represented here
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Business and Industry
Coherent sequence of courses for 4 or more credits in CTE Ch. 130
At least one advanced CTE course from
Ch. 130 CTE
Ch. 127 Career Development
CTE Innovative course
Final course from Ch. 130
Career Clusters .
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35. Business and Industry
Coherent sequence of courses for 4 or more credits in CTE Ch. 130
At least one advanced CTE course from
Ch. 130 CTE
Ch. 127 Career Development
CTE Innovative course
Final course from Ch. 130
Career Clusters
A coherent sequence of 4 credits from courses listed in this section. .
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36. Business and Industry
Coherent sequence of courses for 4 or more credits in CTE Ch. 130
At least one advanced CTE course from
Ch. 130 CTE
Ch. 127 Career Development
CTE Innovative course
Final course from Ch. 130
Career Clusters
A coherent sequence of 4 credits from courses listed in this section. .
4 ELA credits to include 3 levels of one of following
Adv. Broadcast Journalism
Adv. Journalism Newspaper
Adv. Journalism Yearbook
Public Speaking
Debate
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37. Business and Industry
Coherent sequence of courses for 4 or more credits in CTE Ch. 130
At least one advanced CTE course from
Ch. 130 CTE
Ch. 127 Career Development
CTE Innovative course
Final course from Ch. 130
Career Clusters
A coherent sequence of 4 credits from courses listed in this section.
4 Tech App. credits from:
Digital Design and Media Production
Digital Are and Animation
3-D Modeling and Animation
Digital Communications
Digital Video/Audio Design
Web Communications
Web Design
Web Game Design
Independent Study Evolving Tech .
4 ELA credits to include 3 levels of one of following
Adv. Broadcast Journalism
Adv. Journalism Newspaper
Adv. Journalism Yearbook
Public Speaking
Debate
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38. Arts and Humanities 5 Social Studies Courses
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39. Arts and Humanities
5 Social Studies Courses
Coherent sequence of 4 credits from one or two categories in Fine Arts
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40. Arts and Humanities
5 Social Studies Courses
Coherent sequence of 4 credits from one or two categories in Fine Arts 4
levels of the same language in LOTE
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41. Arts and Humanities
5 Social Studies Courses
Coherent sequence of 4 credits from one or two categories in Fine Arts 4
levels of the same language in LOTE 2
Levels of the same language in LOTE and
levels of a different language in LOTE
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42. Arts and Humanities
5 Social Studies Courses
Coherent sequence of 4 credits from one or two categories in Fine Arts 4
levels of the same language in LOTE 2
Levels of the same language in LOTE and
levels of a different language in LOTE
levels of American Sign Language
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43. Arts and Humanities 5 Social Studies Courses
Coherent sequence of 4 credits from one or two categories in Fine Arts 4
levels of the same language in LOTE
4 English credits from:
English IV
Independent Study in English
Literary Genre
Creative Writing
Research & Tech Writing Humanities
AP English Lit and Comp
IB Language Studies A1 Higher Level 2
Levels of the same language in LOTE and
levels of a different language in LOTE
levels of American Sign Language
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Public Service
Coherent sequence of courses for 4 or more credits in CTE Ch. 130
At least one advanced CTE course from
Ch. 130 CTE
Ch. 127 Career Development
CTE Innovative course
Final course from:
Health Science
Education and Training
Government and Public Admin
Human Services
Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
4 courses JROTC
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45. Multidisciplinary Studies
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46. Multidisciplinary Studies
4 advanced courses that prepare a student to enter the workforce or postsecondary ed. without remediation from one endorsement or among endorsement areas that are not in a coherent sequence
4 credits in each of the four foundation areas to include English IV, and chemistry and/or physics
Four credits in AP, IB or dual credit selected from English, math, science, social studies, economics, LOTE, or fine arts.
A course completed as part of the set of 4 needed to satisfy an endorsement requirement may also satisfy a requirement under the foundation including an elective.
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