Education Service Center 20
February 5, 2014
Presented by:
Marisa B. Perez, Member
State Board of Education
District 3
In-coming freshman (2014-15 school year), and
all students thereafter, must meet the
following requirements to obtain a high school
diploma:
A)
I.
Complete all requirements under the Foundation High School Program
II.
Complete all testing requirements (STAAR)
III.
Demonstrate proficiency, as determined by the district in which the student is enrolled,
in delivering clear verbal messages; choosing effective non-verbal behaviors; listening for
desired results; applying valid critical-thinking and problem-solving processes; and
identifying, analyzing, developing and evaluating communication skills needed for
professional and social successes in interpersonal situations, group interactions, and
personal and professional presentation.
B)
The school district is responsible for indicating
the graduation designations on the diploma
and transcript or academic achievement record
of every student who satisfies requirements
C)
A student entering 9th grade must enroll in
courses necessary to meet the Foundation
High School Program requirements, as well as
curriculum requirements for at least one
endorsement.
A student may graduate under the Foundation
High School Program without earning an
endorsement after their sophomore year:
D)
E)
I.
The student and their parent (or person standing in parental relation) are advised by a school
counselor about benefits of graduating with an endorsement; and
II.
Written consent (by parent or person standing in parental relation) is filed with the school
counselor, using a TEA formulated form.
A distinguished level of achievement can be
earned by completing all requirements under the
Foundation High School Program, curriculum
requirements for at least one endorsement, and
completing four years of science and four years of
mathematics, which must include Algebra II.
F)
All transfer students are eligible to receive a
high school diploma, but must complete all
aforementioned graduation requirements.
Any course credit not earned before transfer
in to a public school may be earned through
the following options:
I.
II.
Correspondence Courses and Distance Learning and Credit by
Examination; or
Award of Credit
G) Elective Credits
H) College Board AP and IB
I) Dual Credit
J) Enrollment in course with required
prerequisite
K) Awarding course credit without required
prerequisite
L) Annual reporting responsibilities to TEA
*No significant changes made to G - L
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A student must earn at least 22 credits to
complete the Foundation High School
Program:
English Language Arts (4 credits)
II.
Mathematics (3 credits)
III.
Science (3 credits)
IV.
Social Studies (3 credits)
V.
Languages Other Than English (2 credits)
VI.
Physical Education (1 credit)
VII. Fine Arts (1 credit)
VIII. Electives (5 credits)
I.
*Three of the credits must consist of English I, II and III.
additional credit may be earned by taking any of the following:
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The
English IV
Independent Study in English
Literary Genres
Creative Writing
Research and Technical Writing
Humanities
Public Speaking III
Communication Applications (must be combined with another half credit in this
list)
Oral Interpretation III
Debate III
Independent Study in Speech
Independent Study in Journalism
Advanced Broadcast Journalism
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Advanced Journalism: Newspaper III
Advanced Journalism: Yearbook III
Advanced Placement (AP) English Literature and Composition
International Baccalaureate (IB) Language Studies A1 Higher Level;
After successful completion of Eng. I, II, and III, a locally developed English
language arts course or other activity, including an apprenticeship or training
hours needed to obtain an industry-recognized credential or certificate that is
developed pursuant to the TEC
Business English
A College Preparatory English Language Arts course that is developed pursuant to
the TEC
*Two of the credits must consist of Algebra I and Geometry.
A)
Additional credit may be selected from one full credit or a
combination of two half credits from two different courses,
subject to prerequisite requirements, from the following courses
or a credit selected from the courses listed in part B:
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Mathematical Models with Applications;
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Mathematical Applications in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources;
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Digital Electronics; and
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Robotics Programming and Design
B)
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Additional credit may be selected from one full credit or a
combination of two half credits, subject to prerequisite
requirements, from the following courses:
Algebra II;
Precalculus;
Advanced Quantitative Reasoning;
Independent Study in Mathematics;
Discrete Mathematics for Problem Solving;
***Algebraic Reasoning;
***Statistics;
AP Statistics;
AP Calculus AB;
AP Calculus BC;
AP Computer Science
***Courses that are currently in development
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IB Mathematical Studies Standard Level;
IB Mathematics Standard Level;
IB Mathematics Higher Level;
IB Further Mathematics Higher Level;
Engineering Mathematics;
Statistics and Risk Management;
Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science;
Pursuant to TEC, after the successful completion of Algebra II, a mathematics
course endorsed by an institution of higher education as a course for which the
institution would award course credit or as a prerequisite for a course for which
the institution would award course credit; and
After successful completion of Algebra I and Geometry, a locally developed
mathematics course or other activity, including an apprenticeship or training hours
needed to obtain an industry-recognized credential or certificate that is developed
pursuant to the TEC
*One of the three credits must consist of Biology, AP Biology or IB
Biology
A)
One credit must be selected from the following laboratory-based courses:
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Integrated Physics and Chemistry;
Chemistry;
AP Chemistry;
IB Chemistry;
Physics;
Principles of Technology;
AP Physics 1: Algebra-based; and
IB Physics
B)
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The additional credit may be selected from one full credit or a
combination of two half credits from two different courses,
subject to prerequisite
requirements, from the following
laboratory-based courses:
Chemistry;
Physics;
Aquatic Science;
Astronomy;
Earth and Space Science;
Environmental Systems;
AP Biology;
AP Chemistry;
AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based
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AP Physics 2: Algebra-Based;
AP Physics C;
AP Environmental Science;
IB Biology;
IB Chemistry;
IB Physics;
IB Environmental Science;
Advanced Animal Science;
Advanced Plant and Soil Science;
Anatomy and Physiology;
Medical Microbiology;
Pathophysiology;
Food Science;
Forensic Science;
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Advanced Biotechnology;
Principles of Technology;
Scientific Research and Design;
Engineering Design and Problem Solving;
Principles of Engineering;
Pursuant to TEC, after the successful completion of physics, a science course
endorsed by an institution of higher education as a course for which the institution
would award course credit or as a prerequisite for a course for which the
institution would award course credit; and
A locally developed science course or other activity, including an apprenticeship or
training hours needed to obtain an industry-recognized credential or certificate
that is developed pursuant to the TEC
*Credit may not be earned for both physics and Principles of Technology to satisfy science credit
requirements: This was decided because it was verified by TEA that both courses cover the same
content. This would keep districts from awarding separate credit for what is essentially the
same course.
*Two of the three credits must consist of United States History Since
1877 (one credit), United States Government (one-half credit), and
Economics with Emphasis on the Free Enterprise System and Its
Benefits (one-half credit). The additional credit may be selected from
the following courses:
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World History Studies;
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World Geography Studies; and
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Combined World History/World Geography
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B)
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Credits may be selected from the following:
Any two levels in the same language; or
Two credits in computer programming languages selected from Computer Science
I, II, and III. *This section applies to credits earned before September 1, 2016.
Credits earned on or after September 1, 2016, may not be used to comply with this
requirement. This section will expire September 1, 2017.
If after a student completes their first credit in LOTE, does not
appear likely to successfully complete the second credit, the
student may substitute with another appropriate course as
follows:
Special Topics in Language and Culture;
World History Studies or World Geography Studies for a student who is not
required to complete both by the local district;
Another credit selected from LOTE; or
Computer programming languages
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The determination regarding a student’s ability to complete the
second credit of LOTE must be agreed to by:
The teacher of the first LOTE credit course, the principal or designee, and the
student’s parent or person standing in parental relation;
The student’s ARD committee if the student receives special education services; or
The committee established for the student under Section 504, Rehabilitation Act of
1973 if the student does not receive special education services, but is covered by the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
D)
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A student, who due to disability, is unable to complete the two
credits in the same language in a LOTE, may substitute a
combination of two credits from ELA, mathematics, science, social
studies or two credits in career and technical education or
technology applications for LOTE credit requirements. The
determination regarding a student’s ability to complete the LOTE
credit requirements will be made by:
The student’s ARD committee if the student receives special education services; or
The committee established for the student under Section 504, Rehabilitation Act of
1973 if the student does not receive special education services, but is covered by the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
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B)
Required credit can be earned from any combination of the
following one-half to one credit courses:
Foundations of Personal Fitness;
Adventure/Outdoor Education;
Aerobic Activities; and
Team or Individual Sports
In accordance with district policy, the required credit may be
earned through completion of any TEKS based course that meets
the requirement in section E for 100 minutes of moderate to
vigorous physical activity per five-day school week and that is not
being used to satisfy another specific graduation requirement.
C)
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In accordance with local district policy, credit for any of the
courses listed in section A may be earned through participation in
the following activities:
Athletics
Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC); and
Appropriate private or commercially sponsored physical activity programs
conducted on or off campus. The district must apply to the commission of
education for approval of such programs, which may be substituted for state
graduation credit in physical education. Such approval granted under the
following conditions:
- Olympic-level participation…
- Private or commercially sponsored physical activities include those certified
by the superintendent to be high quality and well supervised by
appropriately trained instructors. Student participation of at least five hours
per week must be required. Students certified to participate at this level may
not be dismissed from any part of the regular school day.
D)
In accordance with local district policy, credit for any of the
courses listed in section A may be earned through participation in
the following activities:
Drill Team;
 Marching Band; and
 Cheerleading
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F)
All substitution activities (B-D) must include at least 100 minutes
per five-day school week of moderate to vigorous physical
activity.
Credit may not be earned more than once for any course
identified under A. No more than four substitution credits may
be earned through any combination of substitutions allowed.
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A student who is unable to participate in physical activity…may
substitute an academic elective credit (core courses) or a course
that is offered for credit as provided by TEC for the physical
education credit requirement. The determination regarding a
student’s ability to participate in physical activity will be made by:
The student’s ARD committee if the student receives special education services;
The committee established for the student under Section 504, Rehabilitation Act of
1973 if the student does not receive special education services, but is covered by the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973; or
A committee of persons, established by the district, with appropriate knowledge of
the student, if the above points are inapplicable. The committee shall follow the
same procedures required by an ARD or a Section 504 committee.
The credit may be selected from the following courses subject to
prerequisite requirements:
A)
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II.
III.
IV.
V.
VI.
VII.
B)
Art, Level I, II, III or IV;
Dance, Level I, II, III or IV;
Music, Level I, II, III or IV;
Theater, Level I, II, III or IV;
Principles and Elements of Floral Design
Digital Art and Animation; and
3-D Modeling and Animation
In accordance with district policy, credit may be earned
through participation in community-based fine arts programs
not offered through district. District must apply to
commissioner of education for approval of such programs,
which may be substituted for graduation fine arts credit.
Approval may be granted if instruction is offered in the TEKS
identified for fine arts.
Credits must be selected from the list of courses specified under
§74.11 (g), (h) or (i) under High School Graduation Requirements
or from a locally developed course or activity developed pursuant
to the TEC §28.002 (g-1), for which a student may receive credit
and does not satisfy a specific course requirement
*No substitutions are allowed in the Foundation High School Program,
except as specified above.*
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(f)(1) Science, Technology, Engineering and
Math (S.T.E.M.)
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(f)(2) Business and Industry
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(f)(3) Public Services
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(f)(4) Arts and Humanities
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(f)(5) Multidisciplinary Studies
a)
b)
c)
d)
Upon entering Grade 9, a student shall specify in writing an
endorsement he/she intends to earn.
Districts may allow a student to enroll in courses under more than
one endorsement before their junior year and to choose, at any
time, to earn an endorsement that differs from their previously
indicated choice
A student must earn at least 26 credits to earn an endorsement;
however they are not limited to 26 credits.
A district may define advanced courses and determine a coherent
sequence of courses for an endorsement area, provided that
prerequisites (in Chapters 110-118, 126-127, and 130) are followed.
To earn an endorsement a student must demonstrate proficiency
in:
e)
I.
II.
All curriculum requirements under the Foundation High School Program
A fourth credit in mathematics that may be selected from one full credit or a
combination of two half credits from two different courses, subject to
prerequisite requirements from the following courses:
A.
B.
C.
D.
Algebra II;
Precalculus;
Advanced Quantitative Reasoning;
Independent Study in Mathematics (some districts offer College Algebra under this
course title. If that is the case, the course can be taken along with Alg. II for separate
math credit) ;
E. Discrete Mathematics for Problem Solving;
F. Algebraic Reasoning;
G. Statistics;
H. AP Statistics;
I. AP Calculus AB;
J. AP Calculus BC;
K. AP Computer Science;
(e)(II) continued:
L. IB Mathematical Studies Standard Level;
M. IB Mathematics Standard Level;
N. IB Mathematics Higher Level;
O. IB Further Mathematics Higher Level;
P. Engineering Mathematics
Q. Statistics and Risk Management;
R. Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science;
S. After successful completion of Algebra II, a mathematics course endorsed by
an institution of higher education as a course for which the institution would
award course credit or as a prerequisite for a course for which the institution
would award course credit;
T. After successful completion of Algebra I and Geometry, a locally developed
mathematics course or other activity, including an apprenticeship or training
hours needed to obtain an industry-recognized credential or certificate that is
developed pursuant to the TEC
U. Mathematical Models with Applications, if credit earned prior to Sept. 1, 2015
or Sept. 1 of a subsequent year in which either of the courses listed in (F) or
(G) has been developed and approved by the SBOE, whichever is later.
III.
A student may take any of the named courses before or after Mathematical
Models with Applications; Mathematical Applications in Agriculture, Food and
Natural Resources; Digital Electronics; and Robotics Programming and Design.
IV.
The fourth mathematics credit may be a College Preparatory mathematics
course, developed and offered pursuant to the TEC.
V.
Additional mathematics credit may be selected from one full credit or
combination of two half credits, subject to prerequisites, if taken after third
required mathematics course under Foundation High School Program:
A. Mathematical Models with Applications;
B. Mathematical Applications in Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources;
C. Digital Electronics; and
D. Robotics Programming and Design.
Additional science credit may be selected from one full credit or combination of
two half credits, subject to prerequisites, from the following:
VI.
A. Integrated Physics and Chemistry;
B. Chemistry;
C. Physics;
D. Aquatic Science;
E. Astronomy;
F. Earth and Space Science;
G. Environmental Systems;
H. AP Biology;
AP Chemistry;
J. AP Physics I: Algebra-based;
K. AP Physics II: Algebra-based;
L. AP Physics C;
M. AP Environmental Science;
I.
IB Biology;
O. IB Chemistry;
P. IB Physics;
Q. IB Environmental Science;
R. Advanced Animal Science;
S. Advanced Plant and Soil Science;
T. Anatomy and Physiology;
U. Medical Microbiology;
V. Pathophysiology;
W. Food Science;
X. Forensic Science;
Y. Advanced Biotechnology;
Z. Principles of Technology;
AA. Scientific Research and Design;
BB. Principles of Engineering
CC. After successful completion of physics, a science course endorsed by an
institution of higher education…
N.
DD. A locally developed course or other activity, including apprenticeship…
EE. A student pursuing an arts and humanities endorsement, with written
permission from parent (person standing in relation to parent) may
substitute a course selected from:
i.
Chapter 110 (ELA), 113(SS), 118(Eco), 114(LOTE), 117(FA)
FF. Credit may not be earned for both physics and Principles of Tech to satisfy
science credit requirement.
VII. Two additional elective credits may be selected from §74.11 (g),(h), or (i)
A.
Coherent sequence of course for four or more credits in CTE that consists of at least
two courses in the same career cluster, including at least one advanced CTE course.
The courses may be selected from Chapter 130(CATE), 127 (Career Development),
or CTE innovative courses, approved by commissioner. The final course may be
selected from one of the CTE career clusters listed in STEM; or
B.
Coherent sequence of four credits in computer science selected from the following:
i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
v.
vi.
vii.
viii.
ix.
x.
xi.
xii.
xiii.
Fundamentals of computer science;
Computer Science I;
Computer Science II;
Computer Science III;
AP Computer Science;
IB Computer Science Standard Level;
IB Computer Science Higher Level;
Discrete Math for Computer Science;
Digital Forensics;
Game Programming and Design;
Mobile App Development;
Robotics Programming and Design;
Independent Studies of Tech Apps; or
C.
Three credits in mathematics by successfully completing Alg. II and two
additional math courses for which Alg. II is a prerequisite §74.13(e)(2); or
D.
Four credits in science by successfully completing chemistry, physics and two
additional science course from §74.13 (e)(6); or
E.
In addition to Alg. II, physics, an chemistry, a coherent sequence of three
additional credits from no more than two categories or disciplines represented
in §74.13 (A)(B)(C) and (D).
Coherent sequence of courses for four or more credits in CTE that
consist of at least two courses in the same career cluster, including
at least one advanced CTE course, which includes any course that
is the third or higher course in a sequence. The course may be
selected from Chapters 130, 127, or approved CTE innovative
courses. The final course may be selected from:
A.
i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
v.
vi.
vii.
viii.
ix.
x.
Ag, Food and Natural Resources;
Architecture and Construction;
Arts, Audio/Video Tech, and Comm;
Business Management and Admin;
Finance;
Hospitality and Tourism;
Information Tech;
Manufacturing;
Marketing;
Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics; or
Four English elective credits by selecting courses from Chapter
110 to include three levels in one of the following areas:
B.
Advanced Broadcast Journalism; or
Advanced Broadcast Journalism: Newspaper; or
Public speaking; or
Debate; or
Advanced Journalism: Yearbook; or
i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
v.
Four Technology Apps credits by selecting from the following:
C.
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ii.
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iv.
v.
vi.
vii.
viii.
ix.
x.
Digital Design and Media Production;
Digital Art and Animation;
3D Modeling and Animation;
Digital Comm in the 21st Century;
Digital Video and Audio Design;
Web Comm;
Web Design;
Web Game Development;
Independent Study in Evolving/Emerging Tech; or
Locally defined set of four credits from §74.13 (2)(A)(B) or (C) in a coherent sequence that corresponds to a
student’s career goals.
A coherent sequence of courses for four or more credits in CTE
that consists of at least two courses in the same career cluster,
including at least one advance CTE course. The course may be
selected from Chapters 130, 127, or approved CTE innovative
courses. The final course may be selected from:
A.
i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
v.
Education and Training; or
Government and Public Administration; or
Health Science; or
Human Services; or
Law, Public Safety, Correction and Security; or
B. Four courses in JROTC
Five social studies courses by selecting courses from Chapter 113 or 118
(Economics with Emphasis on the Free Enterprise System and Its Benefits); or
Four levels of same language in LOTE in accordance with Chapter 114; or
Two levels of same language in LOTE and two levels of a different language in
LOTE in accordance with Chapter 114; or
Four levels of American sign language in accordance with Chapter 114; or
A coherent sequence of four credits by selecting courses from one or two
categories or disciplines in fine arts from Chapter 117 or approved innovative
courses; or
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
Four English elective credits from the following:
F.
i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
v.
vi.
vii.
viii.
ix.
English IV;
Independent Study in English;
Literary Genre;
Creative Writing;
Research and Technical Writing;
Humanities;
AP English Lit and Comp;
IB Language Studies A1 Higher Level;
Comm Apps.
A.
B.
C.
Four advanced courses that prepare a student to enter the
workforce successfully or post secondary education without
remediation from within one endorsement area or among
endorsement areas that are not in a coherent sequence; or
Four credits in each of the four foundation subject areas to include
English IV and chemistry and/or physics; or
Four credits in AP, IB, or Dual Credit selected from English, math,
science, social studies, economics, LOTE or fine arts
*A course completed as part of the set of four courses needed to satisfy an
endorsement requirement may also satisfy a requirement under §74.12(b)
and (c), including elective requirements.
(a)
Outstanding Performance in Dual Language
(b)
Outstanding Performance in Bilingualism and Biliteracy
(c)
Outstanding Performance on a College Board AP or IB exam
(d)
(e)
Outstanding Performance on PSAT, ACT-PLAN, SAT, or the
ACT
Earning a nationally or internationally recognized business or
industry certification or license
To earn an endorsement for outstanding performance in a dual
credit course a student must successfully complete:
(a)
1)
At least 12 hours of college academic courses, including dual credit taken as part
of Texas core curriculum, and advanced technical credit courses, including
locally articulated courses, with a grade of the equivalent of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale; or
2)
An associate degree while in high school
A student may earn an endorsement for outstanding performance
in bilingualism and biliteracy as follows:
(b)
1)
By demonstrating proficiency in accordance with local school district grading
policy in two or more languages by:
A.
B.
Completing all ELA requirements and maintaining a minimum GPA of the equivalent of 80
on a scale of 100; and
Satisfying one of the following:
i.
Completion of a minimum of three credits in same language in LOTE with a minimum GPA of
the equivalent of 80 on a scale of 100; or
ii.
Demonstrated proficiency in the TEKS for Level IV or higher in a LOTE with a minimum GPA
of the equivalent of 80 on a scale of 100; or
iii.
Completion of at least 3 credits in foundation subject area courses in a LOTE with a minimum
GPA of the equivalent of 80 on a scale of 100; or
iv.
Demonstrate proficiency in one or more LOTE through one of the following
methods:
I.
II.
III.
2)
A score of 3 or higher on a College Board AP exam for LOTE; or
A score of 4 or higher on an IB exam for a higher-level LOTE; or
Performance on a national assessment of language proficiency in a LOTE of at least
Intermediate High or its equivalent
In addition to meeting the requirements under part (1), to earn a performance
acknowledgement in bilingualism and biliteracy, and ELL must also have:
A.
B.
Participated in and met the exit criteria for a bilingual or ESL program; and
Scored at the Advanced High Level on the TELPAS
(c) A student may earn an endorsement for outstanding performance
on a College Board AP test or IB exam by earning:
1)
2)
A score on 3 or above on a College Board AP exam; or
A score on 4 or above on an IB exam
(d) A student may earn an endorsement for outstanding performance
on the PSAT, the ACT-PLAN, the SAT, or the ACT by:
1)
Earning a score on the PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT) that
qualifies the student for recognition as a commended scholar of higher by the College Board
and National Merit Scholar Corporation, as part of the National Hispanic Recognition
Program (NHRP) of the College Board, or as part of the National Achievement Scholarship
Program of the National Merit Scholarship Corporation;
2)
3)
4)
Achieving the college readiness benchmark score on at least two of the four subject tests on
the ACT-PLAN exam;
Earning a combined critical reading and math score of at least 1250 on the SAT; or
Earning a composite score on the ACT exam of 28 (excluding the writing subscore)
A student may earn an endorsement for earning a nationally or
internationally recognized business or industry certification or
license with:
(e)
1)
Performance on an exam or series of exams sufficient to obtain a nationally or
internationally recognized business or industry certification; or
2)
Performance on an exam sufficient to obtain a government-required credential to
practice a profession; or
(3)
Nationally or internationally recognized business or industry certification shall
be defined as an industry validated credential that complies with knowledge
and skills standards promulgated by a nationally or internationally recognized
business, industry, professional or government entity representing a particular
profession or occupation that is issued or endorsed by:
A.
B.
C.
(4)
A national or international business, industry or professional organization; or
A state agency or other government entity;
A state-based industry association.
Certification of licensure for performance acknowledgements shall:
A.
B.
C.
D.
Be age appropriate for high school students;
Represent a student’s substantial course of study and/or end-of-program knowledge and skills;
Include an industry recognized exam or series of exams, and industry validated skill test or
demonstrated proficiency through documented , supervised field experience; and
Represent substantial knowledge and multiple skills needed for successful entry into a high-skill
profession or occupation
HOUSE BILL 5 AND
HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION
REQUIREMENTS
Beginning 2014-2015 School Year
For more information contact State Board of Education Member,
Marisa B. Perez at:
info@marisabperez.com
(210) 317-4651 office
(512) 422-9019 cell