creating a legacy of excellence making every semester count
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Creating a Legacy of Excellence
Making Every Semester Count
Creating a Legacy of Excellence
Everyone needs long term goals
Creating a Legacy of Excellence
Start by setting short term goals
Creating a Legacy of Excellence
Your most important goal should be to graduate by 2019.
Creating a Legacy of Excellence
What is required to earn a high school diploma from Mesa Public Schools?
STANDARDSCHOLASTIC ENGLISH4
4
MATH 4 (Alg +) 4 (Alg +)
SCIENCE 3 (Bio +) 4
SOCIAL STUDIES 33
WORLD LANGUAGE 02 (same)
ARTS 11 (fine)
P.E. 11
ELECTIVES 63
TOTAL: 2222
GPA: No minimum 3.0+ and two weighted credits
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What is grade point average (G.P.A.)?
Unweigted
A = 4.0B = 3.0C = 2.0D = 1.0D-= 0.5F = 0
Weighted
A = 5.0B = 4.0C = 3.0D = 2.0D- = 1.0F = 0
Why is a G.P.A. important?
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Calculating a G.P.A.
Joe Coyote’s Fall 2015 Semester Report CardCourse Grade Points
Freshmen English C 2
Essential Elements A 4
Algebra I C 2
World History B 3
Physical Education A 4
Stained Glass F 0
TOTAL 14
14 points ÷ 6 (classes) = 2.3 average GPA (C)
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So what about College Core?
• College Core is the G.P.A of 17 courses required for University admission and the Scholastic Diploma.
• College Core determines your class rank.• Which can influence scholarships, and
university admissions.• Don’t wait until your Senior year to
complete your World Languages and Fine Art requirements• Take them as soon as possible!
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Good attendance is crucial for success.
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We are committed to helping you graduate by 2019