Graduation Requirements

Class of: 2019 and beyond

                        Content (Minimum Performance Level)

Credit

Literacy (LI.12)

4

Math (MA.11)

3

Science (SC.11)

3

Social Studies (SS.11)

3

General Electives

9

Total

22

Readiness Benchmarks

English Language Arts

Mathematics

Advanced Placement (AP) exams test students’ ability to perform at a college level. Districts choose which AP exams will fulfill this menu option. Scores range from 1 to 5 (highest).

2 or higher

2 or higher

International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma exams assess students enrolled in the official IB Diploma Programme. Courses are offered only at authorized IB World Schools. Scores range from 1 to 7 (highest).

4 or higher

4 or higher

District Capstone is the culminating exhibition of a student’s project or experience that demonstrates academic and intellectual learning. Capstone projects often include a portfolio of a student’s best work

Individually Determined (District Approved)

Individually Determined (District Approved)

Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) is a college entrance exam that is accepted or required at nearly all four year colleges and universities in the U.S. The current SAT includes sections on reading, writing and math. The highest possible score for each section is 800.

470

500

ACCUPLACER is a computerized test that assesses reading, writing, math and computer skills. The results of the assessment, in conjunction with a student’s academic background, goals and interests, are used by academic advisors and counselors to place students in a college courses that match their skill levels.

Classic

62 on Reading Comprehension OR 70 on Sentence Skills

Classic

61 on Elementary Algebra

Next Generation

241 on Reading OR 236 on Writing

Next Generation

255 on AR

OR 230 on QAS

American College Test (ACT) is a national college admissions exam. It measures four subjects – English, reading, math and science. The highest possible score for each subject is 36.

18

19

ACT WorkKeys is an assessment that tests students’ job skills in applied reading, writing, mathematics and 21st century skills. Scores are based on job profiles that help employers select, hire, train, develop and retain a high-performance workforce. Students who score at the bronze level (at least 3) in Applied Mathematics, Graphic Literacy and Workplace Documents earn the ACT’s National Career Readiness Certificate.

Bronze or higher

Bronze or higher

Concurrent Enrollment (CE) college courses provide students the opportunity to enroll in postsecondary courses, simultaneously earning high school and college credit. School districts and institutions of higher education each determine passing grades for credit. A passing grade is determined by district and higher education policy for concurrent enrollment. An eligible concurrent enrollment course is 1) the pre-requisite directly prior to a credit-bearing course or 2) a credit-bearing course.

Passing grade per district and higher education policy

Passing grade per district and higher education policy

Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a comprehensive test that helps determine students’ eligibility and suitability for careers in the military. Students who score at least 31 are eligible for service (along with other standards that include physical condition and personal conduct). Students who take the ASVAB are not required to enlist in the military

31 or higher

31 or higher

CoAlt: Dynamic Learning Maps (DLMs) is the alternate state assessment for eligible students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Students must be eligible for CoAlt, per state guidelines.

At Target or higher at Junior Level

At Target or higher at Junior Level

Industry Certificate is a credential recognized by business and industry. Industry certificates measure a student’s competency in an occupation, and they validate a knowledge base and skills that show mastery in a particular industry

Individually Determined (District Approved)

Individually Determined (District Approved)

Collaboratively developed, standards-based performance assessment is an authentic application of Essential Skills for Postsecondary and Workforce Readiness, through the creation of a complex product or presentation.

State-wide scoring criteria

State-wide scoring criteria