Understanding Graduation Requirements and Academic Opportunities at Sandra Day O'Connor High School
Graduation requirements at Sandra Day O'Connor High School include a variety of credits in core subjects, electives, and a minimum GPA for class rank. Students can also opt for Dual Enrollment/AP Courses to earn college credit. Understanding these requirements and opportunities can help students plan for their academic future effectively.
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SOPHOMORES MOVING FORWARD Sandra Day O Connor High School
Graduation Requirements Graduation Arizona University Admission 4 credits (units) Language Arts/English 4 credits (units) Language Arts/English 4 credits Mathematics 4 credits Mathematics 3 credits Science 3 credits Science credit Health 2 credits Social Studies credit PE (Team Sports/Fitness Center) 1credit Fine Arts OR Career & Technical Ed 1 credit World History 2 credits same foreign language 1 credit American/Arizona History + High School Diploma credit American/Arizona Government credit Economics 1 credit Fine Arts OR Career & Technical Ed 6 credits electives 22 Total
Grade Point Average (GPA) / CLASS RANK GPA CLASS RANK Deer Valley Unified School District uses the weighted points for the following classes: Each letter grade is given a point value each semester (A=4, B=3, etc) 4 English Honors/AP classes are given an extra point for A, B, C (A=5, B=4, C=3) 4 Math 4 Science 3 Social Studies University Admissions will often unweight GPA when reviewing transcripts Many universities use class rank to help determine scholarships awards/honors program admission
Dual Enrollment/AP Courses Dual Enrollment Earn both High School and College credit (through Rio Salado Community College when students earn C or better) Requires tuition (paid to Rio Salado), SDOHS provides books Grade points are not weighted (except Pre-Calc MAT187, CHM151/152, SPA101/102) Must meet Rio Salado admission requirements Advanced Placement (AP) Most rigorous courses on campus Requires payment for AP Exam at the end of the semester (exam is optional) May earn college credit for certain scores on AP Exams (to be determined by the university you attend) Grade points are weighted, may help class rank
Scholarships Academic/Athletic Scholarships ***Counselors provide general guidance; always contact the college/university you plan to apply to for specific up-to-date scholarship information. Private Scholarships Community Service Leadership Clubs/Activities Workplace Scholarships Website (research early) Scholarship Page click here.
College and Career Planning All students have Education and Career Action Plan (ECAP) Education Career Action Plan Go to: azcis.intocareers.org Login: school login Password: student ID # or Dv student ID #
Coming Up Earn best grades possible Join Clubs, Community Service, Leadership Summer end of Sophomore and Junior Year Summer Programs- Counseling website link (click here) Plan College visits when possible PSAT in October of Junior Year ACT in Spring of Junior Year Schedule SAT or re-take ACT near the end of Junior Year Attend Parent Nights Junior and Senior Year Begin College Applications summer between Jr/Sr
Counseling Department Kathleen Giacini A, B, J, V Department Coordinator Chris Harmonson E, F, G, H, I, U Debbie Harmonson N, P, Q, S, Y, Z Jennifer Miller D, K, L, R, Lindsay Nelson C, O, T, W Fine Akinduro M Johnnie Payne Counseling Secretary Website: http://www.dvusd.org/Page/1670
What is it? Who can apply? How does it work? Application information Not all students who apply are accepted Visit dvusd.org//cte to apply Must complete application & travel form Applications due to student s counselor by 12/20
Other Schools Pharmacy Technician Pharmacy Technician $100 registration fee Gateway Community College $3,260 Arizona College $15,499 Carrington College $15,027 Medical Assistant Medical Assistant Phoenix College $2,752 $100 registration fee Carrington College $15,133 Brown Mackie College 21,120
Deer Valley Unified School District 2017-2018 Career & Technical Programs Requires application not all students that apply are guaranteed acceptance Applications are being accepted now Requires that students provide their own transportation Students need to register for normal schedule on campus schedules are adjusted after acceptance into programs to accommodate travel time Signature Programs offered at DVUSD high schools
