1. MASH Academy Graduation Information CLASS OF 2015

2. What does “graduating” from the Academy mean? It means that you were able to complete a strict set of guidelines and courses designated by the MASH teachers It means that you worked hard to be successful in the Academy You will be invited to the MASH Academy lunch, where you will be awarded a certificate You get to wear a special medallion at graduation, and your name will be designated in the graduation program

3. Requirements Member of MASH Academy for 3 years 10 verified service hours during junior and senior years Minimum of a 3.0 cumulative GPA Minimum of ONE MASH class during sophomore year, with a B or better Minimum of TWO MASH classes during junior year, with B’s or better Minimum of TWO MASH classes during senior year, with B’s or better Member of a Professional Student Organization for 2 years Completion of portfolio

4. Courses Classes that count toward graduation from MASH: Introduction to Health Sciences Medical Anatomy and Physiology Sports Medicine Introduction to Emergency Medicine CNA AP Biology AP Chemistry CE Chemistry (1110 and /or 1120) CE Adult Roles CE Human Development Zoology Botany CE Biotechnology Internship (must be medical or science related) DATC (must be medical or science related)

5. Professional Student Organizations Membership in these organizations can count for graduation: HOSA MESA National Honor Society Chemistry Club

6. What if I don’t meet ALL the requirements? You can earn a Silver Certificate for completing the requirements for two years You can earn a Bronze Certificate for completing the requirements for one year Certificate recipients will be invited to the MASH Academy end of year lunch, and receive a certificate and a pin

7. Portfolio Requirements Cover page with your name, graduation date, and a color photo Copy of your transcript Two letters of recommendation, at least 1 from a MASH teacher One example of exemplary work from junior year (English essay, history project, MAP project, etc) One example of exemplary work from senior year Personal reflection essay Verification of service Verification of Student Organization membership Portfolios will be due in April 15, 2014

8. For more information: See Mrs. Andersen in room C224 Visit the MASH Academy website: NHS Homepage Organizations School Career Academies MASH