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Standard Diploma Requirements 24 Credit Option
4 English
4 Math
(including Algebra I , Geometry, Algebra II)
3 Science
(including Biology, 2 sciences
3 Social Studies
(including US History, World History, Government, & Economics)
1
1
2
6
HOPE
Performing Fine Art
World Languages (must be same language)
Electives (including an online course*)
Standard Diploma Requirements 18 Credit Option
4 English
4 Math
(including Algebra I , Geometry)
3 Science
(including Biology, 1 physical science & 1 additional science)
3 Social Studies
(including US History, World History, Government, & Economics)
1 Performing Fine Art
3 Electives
Note: *Students must earn credit in 1 complete online course. Students on an AICE, IB, 18 credit or special
diploma programs of study are exempt from this requirement.
Note: Students on an AICE, IB, or special diploma programs of study should refer to the District Student
Progression Plan or to the individual Graduation Tracker for graduation requirements.
Graduation Test Requirements
For students who enter 9th grade in 2011-2012
FCAT 2.0 Reading 245
Algebra EOC (must pass to graduate)
For students who enter 9th grade in 2012-2013
FCAT 2.0 Reading 245
Algebra EOC (must pass to graduate)
For students who enter 9th grade in 2013-2014
State of Florida Reading Assessment
Algebra EOC (must pass to graduate)
For students who enter 9th grade in 2014-2015
State of Florida Reading Assessment
Algebra EOC (must pass to graduate)
Note: Concordant scores on SAT and ACT may apply but have not been determined for each 9 th grade cohort by
the State at this time. A PERT Math score of 97 has been determined by the State as a comparative score for the
Algebra 1 State EOC
Promotion Requirements
From 9th 10th grade
5 credits, 1 English or 1 math
From 10th 11th grade
12 credits, 2 English and 2 math or science
From 11th 12th grade
18 credits, 3 English and 4 math or science,
minimum 1.5 GPA
ACT Question of the Day
www.actstudent.org/qotd/
SAT Question of the Day
http://sat.collegeboard.org/practice/sat-question-of-the-day
College and Career Planning
https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org
www.flvc.org
www.flchoices.org
Participating in College Athletics
www.ncaaclearinghouse.net
Test Resources
PERT Study Guide: http://www.fldoe.org/schools/pdf/PERT-StudentStudyGuide.pdf,
ACT : www.act.org/testprep, SAT : www.satpractice.com
Other sites: www.SoarAtHome.org, www.majortests.com, www.march2success.com;
www.khanacademy.com,
http://www.pearsonaccess.com/cs/Satellite?
c=Page&childpagename=Florida/flPALPLayout&cid=1205461226846&pagename=flPALPWrapper
Community Service & Bright Futures Scholarship
What counts? What doesnt count? Please refer to the DCPS Community Service Guidelines to assist
you with your service plan. The handbook is located on the District School Counseling Services
website: http://www.duvalschools.org/Domain/4416
Bright Futures student eligibility is updated each semester starting in ninth grade. Go to
www.flvc.org to check eligibility, or for more information:
http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/ssfad/bf/
Hands On Jacksonville is a great resource for community service opportunities
www.handsonjacksonville.org
Options for High School Acceleration
Your high school offers classes that can award college credit. These may include Advanced
Placement (AP), Dual Enrollment (DE), International Baccalaureate (IB), and Advanced
International Certificate of Education (AICE). For more information, please visit:
http://www.duvalschools.org/Domain/4396
You may also be able to takes classes that lead to an Industry Certification. For more
information, please visit the Career and Technical Education department:
http://www.duvalschools.org/Domain/5470
Facts About ACT and SAT
ACT
Assessment test that measures what
you learned in school.
215 multiple choice questions and an
optional essay.
Comparison
What kind of test is
this?
What am I in for?
SAT
Aptitude test that measures how you
apply what you learned in school.
128 multiple-choice questions, 10 fill-in
questions and an essay.
3 hours 25 minutes
How much time am I
given?
3 hours
Algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
Calculators are allowed.
What about math?
Algebra, geometry, statistics,
probability and data analysis.
Calculators are allowed.
30 minutes on a topic, Optional
What about the
essays?
50 minutes on a topic. Optional
What about science?
No science questions.
How is it scored?
200- 800 points for each section
(critical reading and math), essay
scored seperately
Only correct answers are counted.
Respond to all questions.
Are there penalties
for guessing?
Only correct answers are counted.
Respond to all questions.
At least 4 weeks before the test
www.act.org
When to register?
Online Registration
At least 6 weeks before the test
www.collegeboard.com
Tests ability to interpret science
experiments
1-36 points for each of 4 subtests,
subtests are averaged for a composite
score, 36 is the highest score.
SAT
ACT
NEW
10.21.13
PERT
NEW
10.21.13
Critical Reading 440 Reading
19
18
Reading
106
104
Math
440
Math
19 Applications:Math
114of reasons a113
Fee Waivers for
SAT,
ACT and College
There are a number
student could
English
17test while they are
Writing
103 The most common
99
qualify for up to TWO fee
waivers for each
juniors and seniors.
reason
is Free or Reduced lunch program eligibility. Check with your school counselor about other qualifying
Students
who were
not may
Postsecondary
Ready
byapplication
October 21,
must
meet
theyou
new
situations.
Students
also qualify for
college
fee2013,
waivers
(which
saves
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score criteria. Scores earned prior to October 22, 2013 are STILL VALID.
Students with disabilities may also be able to apply for ACT/SAT Test Accommodations. Check with
If you do not have Postsecondary
Ready
scores
by the
start
of your senior
year the
State recommends
your counselor
about
timelines
and
deadlines,
and APPLY
EARLY!
that you
be
scheduled
into
remedial
courses
in
Reading,
Writing
and/or
Math.
SAT, PSAT, AP: www.collegeboard.com/ssd/student/index.html
ACT: www.actstudent.org/regist/disab/
* Postsecondary Readiness Scores *
updated Fall 2013
Students interested in taking Dual Enrollment must first meet
the following Postsecondary Readiness Scores
MINIMUM Admissions Scores Required For The State University System
(SUS)
These are MINIMUM scores. Many State universities will require higher scores for admissions
purposes. GPA, rigor of courses taken, extracurricular activities and community involvement will also
be taken into consideration.
SAT
11.6.2014
ACT
Critical Reading
Math
460
460
Reading
Math
19
19
Writing
440
English/Writin
g
18