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60% - Summative
Test, labs, DIA
40% - Formatives
Reading logs, Class work, Home work
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3 Language Arts
3 Math
3 Science
3 Social Studies
Reading is a district requirement
Student’s must pass 5 out of 7 classes in
order to be promoted to high school.
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Our online grading system to keep
parents up to date and informed about
their students progress.
Website is vcs.sis.pinnaclesuite.com
Login
Username: 1ALPHA CODE
Password: 062319XX
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Students taking Algebra I or Algebra II will receive high school credit and that grade 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.
All students enrolled in Alg. I and Alg. II will take an End of course Exam (EOC). This will be 30% of their final grade for the class.
Students must take four years of math once in high school.
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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) must go on to the next level in high school…if continuing with foreign language.
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 consecutive years for admissions.
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Civics Education course
› EOC constitute 30% of the final course grade
› If a student enrolls prior to the 2nd semester of
8th grade year, he/she must have Civics and take the EOC.
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4 year high school plan was completed
through 8th grade History class in
November.
CHOICES.org – We explored career
interest and developed our online
profiles. The students will have access to
these accounts throughout high school.
www.flchoices.org
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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 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 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 if enrolled in
the course beginning in the 2012-2013 school year and thereafter
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World Languages Not required for high school graduation, but required for
admission into state universities
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
Industry
Certification
Not required
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, excluding a Driver Education
course (unless the course was completed prior to July 1, 2013)
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ACCEL Program (18 credits minimum)
Physical Education is not required
3 elective credits
Online course is required
All other graduation requirements for a standard diploma
must be met (per s. 1003.4282(3)(a)-(e), F.S.).
Standard Diploma
24 credits
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Scholar Designation 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
Merit Designation
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.)
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What’s an Academy?
A career academy is a small learning community that combines core classes with a career focus.
An academy provides unique learning opportunities through business partnerships, integrated instruction, hands-on learning, field studies, service learning, career shadowing, and internships.
Your academy teachers and business partners provide the real world skills necessary for you to be successful in today's work environment.
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Atlantic High School
› Academy of Law and Government
› Horticultural, Environmental and Marine Science Academy (HEMS)
› Communications and Arts In Performance Academy
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Mainland High School
› Academy of Communication and Multi-Media
Technology
› Academy of Design and Manufacturing
Technology
› Academy of Science and Medicine
› Sport Science Academy
› Academy of Simulation and Robotic Technology
› Hospitality and Culinary Arts
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New Smyrna Beach High School
› Agritechnology and Environmental
Resources Academy
› Entertainment and Sports Marketing
› Academy of Engineering and Design
› The Medical Academy
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Seabreeze High School
› Academy of Drafting and Design
› Academy of Culinary Design
› Web and Digital Media
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Spruce Creek High School › Academy of Finance
› Academy of Information Technology and Robotics
www.career-connection.org Applications available online after
December 12, 2014
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Algebra 1 Required by 8th Grade
Spanish Not Required in 8th Grade
3.o GPA
One Time To Apply - Deadline is
January 30, 2015
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Parent/Guardian Information Sheet
Student Information Sheet
Teacher Recommendations
Copy of 8th Grade First Semester Report Card
7th Grade FCAT Scores or Other Standardized Test Scores
Essay – January 15, 2015 or January 17, 2015
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• DECEMBER 11, 2014 Application posted to: www.sprucecreekib.weebly.com
• DECEMBER 11, 2014 High School Showcase-Volusia Co. Fairgrounds 5pm
• JANUARY 13, 2015 Academy Showcase at Spruce Creek 6-7:30pm
• JANUARY 15, 2015 Essay writing, 5PM OR JANUARY 17, 2015 10AM.
• JANUARY 30, 2015 IB and Academies Applications deadline
• FEBRUARY 23, 2015 Acceptance Letters Mailed FEBRUARY 25, 2015 9TH GRADE OPEN HOUSE
• MARCH 13, 2015 Student Decisions
• APRIL 2, 2015 List of selected students due to county.
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Registration Night
March 10th and March 12th
5:00 – 7:00 PM
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This distinction is available at all high schools.
The diploma requires a minimum of 4 Advanced Placement (AP) courses over 2 different content areas.
Students must earn a score of 3 or higher on 3 or more AP exams.
GPA requirements are a weighted AP G.P.A. of 3.0 or higher.
The diploma requires a minimum of 100 hours of community service.
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Honors course typically require
homework and nightly reading, daily
class work, essays, test and major
projects. These courses are weighted,
therefore, they carry a higher value in
your GPA.
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The College Board's Advanced Placement (AP) Program is a nationwide program consisting of more than 30 college-level courses and exams offered at participating high schools. Subjects range from Art to Statistics. Students who earn a qualifying grade of 3 or above on an AP exam can earn college credit or advanced placement or both, depending on the college or university. Students in Florida's public secondary schools enrolled in AP courses do not have to pay to take the exams.
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Thursday, December 11, 2014
www.career-connection.org
Applications will be available the day after the showcase. Applications are due….
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http://www.atlanticsharks.com/
http://www.sprucecreekhigh.com/
http://mainlandhighschool.org/
http://seabreezehigh.org/
http://www.nsbhigh.com/
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December 11, 2014 – High School Showcase › Academy and IB applications will be available.
January 7, 2015 (2:45 -3:45 PM) – Help/Question session for completing Academy applications in the media center. Sue Chance IB Coordinator will be there to discuss any questions/concerns.
January 30, 2015- All applications for Academies and IB are due to schools.
February 23 – 27, 2015– High Schools will notify students of their admission status via mail.
March 13, 2015– Students will declare their intent to enter a specific Academy or IB program
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Take a deep breath!
Remember to check our 8th grade bulletin board for important dates.
Call Ms. Jackson 322-6175 ext. 36485
Call the high school’s School counselor’s office.