2.  Middle School Promotion requirements: 3 Credits in Language Arts, Math, Science and Social Studies  FCAT: Writing, Reading, Math and Science  Pinnacle: Grades and Assignments ▪ Username: 1ABCD ▪ Password: mmddyyyy

3.  Students taking Algebra I or Algebra II will receive high school credit and a grade that will be calculated into their high school GPA.  Students who earn an A or B (final average) must go on to the next level in high school.  Students who earn a C, D, or F (final average) can repeat the class…will show as course attempted on their transcript.  Students must earn 3 higher level math credits in high school

4.  Students taking Spanish I in place of Reading will receive a high school credit and a grade that will be calculated into their high school GPA.  Students who earn an A or B (final average) may not repeat the same course.  Students who earn a C, D, or F (final average) can repeat the class…will show as course attempted on their transcript.  Foreign language is not a graduation requirement but most universities require two years for admission.

5.  English/Language Arts (ELA): 4 credits with major concentration in composition, reading for information, and literature (must pass the Grade 10 FCAT 2.0 Reading or earn a passing concordant score on the ACT or SAT)  Mathematics: 4 credits, one of which must be Algebra 1 and one of which must be Geometry (Algebra 1 EOC results count 30% of the final course grade; student must pass the Algebra 1 EOC to earn a standard diploma; Geometry EOC constitutes 30% of the final course grade)  Science: 3 credits: 1 credit in Biology (Biology EOC constitutes 30% of the final course grade); 1 credit in a Physical Science course (Earth/Space, Physical Science, Chemistry or Physics); 1 credit in equally rigorous Science Course  Social Studies: 3 credits: 1 credit in World History; 1 credit in U.S. history;.5 credit in U.S. Government;.5 credit in Economics ; U.S. History EOC constitutes 30% of the final course grade

6.  World Languages: Not required for high school graduation, but required for admission into state universities. 2 consecutive years  Fine and Performing Arts, Speech and Debate, or Practical Arts: 1 credit in fine or Performing Arts, Speech and Debate, or Practical Arts (eligible courses specified in the Florida Course Code Directory)  Physical Education: 1 credit in Physical Education to include the Integration of Health  Electives: 8 credits  Grade Point Average (GPA): Cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale  Online Course: 1 course within the 24 credits

7. In addition to meeting the standard high school diploma requirements:  Pass the ELA Grade 11 Common Core Assessment, once implemented  1 credit in Algebra 2  Pass Algebra 2 EOC, once implemented  1 credit in Statistics or an equally rigorous Mathematics course  Pass the Biology 1 EOC  1 credit in Chemistry or Physics  1 credit in a Science course equally rigorous to Chemistry or Physics  Pass the U.S. History EOC  2 credits in the same World Language  Earn at least one credit in AP, IB, AICE or a dual enrollment course

8. In addition to meeting the standard high school diploma requirements:  Attain one or more industry certifications from the list established (per s. 1003.492, F.S.)

9.  Physical Education is not required  3 elective credits  Online course is not required  All other graduation requirements for a standard diploma must be met (per s. 1003.4282(3)(a)-(e), F.S.).

10.  The Superintendent's Diploma of Distinction Program is designed to honor students who have successfully completed a series of rigorous Advanced Placement courses and who are well prepared for their college experience.  Available at all high schools  Applications are available from the High School Counseling Office

11.  To be accepted into the Superintendents Diploma of Distinction program, the student must complete the following:  The student must successfully complete a minimum of four (4) AP courses distributed over at least two (2) different content areas.  The student must earn a score of 3 or higher on three (3) or more AP exams.  The student must earn a weighted AP GPA of 3.0 or higher.  The student must earn an overall weighted GPA of 3.0 or higher.  The student must complete a minimum of 100 community service hours.  The student must participate in the SAT or ACT College Entrance Exam Program in both the junior and senior year of high school. The senior year requirement may be waived based on the junior year score.  The student is expected to participate in tutoring and review sessions as needed.

12.  Florida Academic Scholars Award (FAS)  Florida Medallion Scholars Award (FMS)  Florida Gold Seal Vocational Scholars Award (GSV)  www.MyFloridaEducation.com/brfuture www.MyFloridaEducation.com/brfuture

14.  Small learning community  Small learning community that combines core classes with a career focus. unique learning opportunities s,  Provides unique learning opportunities through business, hands-on learning, career shadowing, and internships. real world skills.  You get real world skills.  You must apply for an academy.

15.  Learn about Jobs in this cluster: Animal Trainer Forester Agricultural Technician Landscaper Zoologist  Prepares you for successful work in the agriculture, food and natural resources industry *Lead directly to science, technology, engineering & mathematics (STEM) occupations as identified through national & state research & labor market information. **University High School is closed to Out-of-Zone students. Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Cluster

18.  Learn about Jobs in this cluster: Business Owner Banker Customer Care Representative Accountant Office Manager Financial Manager Stock Broker  Prepares you for successful work in the marketing, sales, and service industry. Finance Cluster *Lead directly to science, technology, engineering & mathematics (STEM) occupations as identified through national & state research & labor market information. **University High School is closed to Out-of-Zone students.

19.  Learn about Jobs in this cluster: Police Officer Detective Firefighter Paramedic Paralegal Attorney  Prepares you for successful work in the government and public administration industry Government and Public Administration Cluster

20.  Learn about Jobs in this cluster: Physician Nurse Pharmacist Paramedic Veterinarian  Prepares you for successful work in the health science and human services industry. *Lead directly to science, technology, engineering & mathematics (STEM) occupations as identified through national & state research & labor market information. **University High School is closed to Out-of-Zone students. Health Science and Human Services Cluster

21.  Learn about Jobs in this cluster: Waiter or Waitress Chef/Baker/Pastry Chef Restaurant Manager Sous Chef Purchasing Manager Food Scientist  Prepares you for successful work in the hospitality and tourism industry Hospitality and Tourism Cluster

22.  Learn about Jobs in this cluster: System Administrator PC &Network Support Technician Network Engineer Computer Support Specialist Help Desk Coordinator  Prepares you for successful work in the information technology industry. *Lead directly to science, technology, engineering & mathematics (STEM) occupations as identified through national & state research & labor market information. **University High School is closed to Out-of-Zone students. Information Technology Cluster

23.  Learn about Jobs in this cluster: Business Owner Banker Customer Care Representative Accountant Office Manager Financial Manager Stock Broker  Prepares you for successful work in the marketing, sales, and service industry. Marketing, Sales, and Services Cluster *Lead directly to science, technology, engineering & mathematics (STEM) occupations as identified through national & state research & labor market information. **University High School is closed to Out-of-Zone students.

24.  You can still take honors, advanced placement and dual enrollment courses  You can participate in extracurricular activities!  On the Job Training  Academies offer mentoring and internships opportunities.  Apply:  Keep good grades.  Have good discipline.  Keep good attendance.

25.  Spruce Creek High School  The IB program is designed for academically able and highly motivated students. Selection for the IB program is based on teacher recommendation, standardized test scores, prior achievement in school and a writing sample.  Requirement is Algebra 1 in 8 th grade

26. MORE  Find out MORE at the - High School Showcase December 12, 2013 December 12, 2013 @ the Volusia County Fairgrounds from 5:00 p.m.– 7:30 p.m. from 5:00 p.m.– 7:30 p.m. Check us out at www.career-connection.org

27.  December 12, 2013- High School Showcase at Volusia County Fairgrounds, 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm  January 9, 2014- Spruce Creek High School Academy and IB Information Night  January 9, 2014- Mainland High School Extravaganza Night  January 16, 2014 or January 18, 2014- SCHS IB Essay  January 22, 2014 – High school academy and IB applications due to high schools  February 21, 2014 – High schools will notify student of their admissions status  February 27, 2014 – Spruce Creek High School Incoming 9 th grade Showcase Night  March 11 & 13, 2014- Atlantic High School Family Registration Nights, 5-7 pm  March 4, 6, 13 & 18, 2014- Spruce Creek High School Family Registration Nights, 4 – 6 pm  March 21, 2014 - Students will declare their intent to enter a specific Academy or IB program  April 1, 3, 8 & 10, 2014- Seabreeze High School Family Registration Nights

28.  CHOICES: flchoices.org College advice, college admission applications, pays for college, financial aid, scholarships, apply online for admission User name: 1alpha code Ex. 1ABCE Password: birth date Ex. mmddyyyy  Career-connection.org-Volusia County Schools Career Website  Silver Sands Website  Individual High School Website