High School Terminology

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Unlike Middle School, students have to earn a certain number of _______ in order to graduate.

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Credits

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What does G.P.A stand for?

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Grade Point Average

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This is a paper or electronic document that lists all of the courses you take in high school as well as your grades and GPA. Hint: this document may also list your attendance, class rank and other information.

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Transcript

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This is a document you receive when you graduate from High School that proves you are a successful graduate.

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Diploma

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This term describes tougher courses in high school but will prepare students for College.

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Advance Placement

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This term describes English, Math, Science and Social Studies

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Core Course

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This term describes Spanish, Band and Gym. Hint: Students get to choose.

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Elective

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Some High School courses require that you take another course first. This term is also used in college. What is this term called?

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Prerequisite

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The things that you do outside of class in HS are called extracurricular activities.

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True

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Your high school counselor can help you figure out how to apply and pay for college.

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True