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Graduation Toolkit

Discover the key requirements, endorsements, and tips for a successful high school journey leading to graduation and beyond. From credits to endorsements, make informed decisions for your academic path.

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Graduation Toolkit

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  1. Graduation Toolkit

  2. Question 1 – 10 points How many credits are required on the Foundation with Endorsements Plan?

  3. Answer 1 – 10 26

  4. Question 1 - 20 My parent or guardian must sign off on my personal graduation plan and endorsement. True or False?

  5. Answer 1 – 20 TRUE!

  6. Question 1 - 30 Which two math credits are required for the Foundation with Endorsement Plan?

  7. Answer 1 – 30 Algebra 1 & Geometry

  8. Question 1 - 40 How many End of Course exams must you pass to graduate?

  9. Answer 1 – 40 5

  10. Question 1 - 50 Name the EOC exams that you must pass to graduate.

  11. Answer 1 – 50 English 1 English 2 Algebra 1 Biology US History

  12. Question 2 - 10 How many endorsements must I select before I go into my freshman year?

  13. Answer 2 – 10 1 (AT LEAST)

  14. Question 2 - 20 How many endorsements are offered in the state of Texas?

  15. Answer 2 – 20 5

  16. Question 2 - 30 According to the graduation toolkit, an endorsement is: • A stamp of approval from the State of Texas • A series of related courses grouped together by interest or skill set • A series of related courses grouped together by colleges and universities • A series of courses students are required to take to enter college.

  17. Answer 2 – 30 B. a series of related courses that are grouped together by interest or skill set.

  18. Question 2 - 40 Name the 5 Endorsements.

  19. Answer 2 – 40 STEM BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY PUBLIC SERVICE ARTS & HUMANITIES MULTIDISCIPLINARY STUDIES

  20. Question 2 - 50 I should choose my endorsement based on ____________________. A: Personal Interest B: Career Interest Inventory C: Major I plan to student in college D. All of the above

  21. Answer 2 – 50 D. All of the above

  22. Question 3 - 10 I must take Algebra 2 to receive the distinguished level of Achievement. True or False?

  23. Answer 3 – 10 TRUE

  24. Question 3 - 20 What is a dual credit course?

  25. Answer 3 – 20 A course where you earn credit for college while in high school

  26. Question 3 - 30 Which of the following is not a way to earn a performance acknowledgement? • Outstanding Performance in a Dual Credit Course • Outstanding Performance in an Advanced Placement Course • Earning a Certificate or License in business and industry • Earning a “B” in Algebra 2

  27. Answer 3 – 30 D. Earning a “B” in Algebra 2

  28. Question 3 - 40 What are the three requirements to complete to earn the distinguished level of achievement?

  29. Answer 3 – 40 • Complete a total of 4 math credits, including Algebra 2 • Complete a total of 4 Science credits • Complete the requirements for one endorsement

  30. Question 3 - 50 Name a benefit of earning the Distinguished Level of Achievement

  31. Answer 3 – 50 • Allows you to compete for the top 10% automatic admissions eligibility at any Texas public university. • Positions you among those first in line for a TEXAS Grant to help pay for university tuition and fees • Ensure you are a more competitive applicant at the most selective colleges and universities.

  32. Question 4 - 10 When is the best time to apply for college?

  33. Answer 4 – 10 Fall Semester of your Senior Year

  34. Question 4 - 20 What is the FAFSA?

  35. Answer 4 – 20 Free Application for Federal Student Aid

  36. Question 4 - 30 Which tasks should I do during my 9-10th grade year to help me prepare for my options after high school? Name two…

  37. Answer 4 – 30 • Keep a list of awards, honors and extracurricular activities • Research colleges and universities you are interested in attending • Monitor your high school credits • Take Dual enrollment and Advanced Placement Classes • Explore interest and take advantage of career day opportunities • Attend college nights • Take the PSAT

  38. Question 4 - 40 Over their lifetime, High School graduates with a bachelor’s degree earn ___________% more than a high school graduate. A. 71 B. 84 C. 89 D. 95

  39. Answer 4 – 40 B. 84

  40. Question 4 - 50 Over their lifetime, high school graduates with a workforce certificate from a community or technical college earn ____________% more than those with only a high school diploma. A. 10 B. 15 C. 20 D.25

  41. Answer 4 – 50 c. 20

  42. Question 5 - 10 Which endorsement do I choose for my future career? POLICE OFFICER

  43. Answer 5 – 10 PUBLIC SERVICE

  44. Question 5 - 20 Which endorsement do I choose for my future career? FASHION DESIGNER

  45. Answer 5 – 20 BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY

  46. Question 5 - 30 Which endorsement do I choose for my future career? TRANSLATOR

  47. Answer 5 – 30 ARTS AND HUMANITIES

  48. Question 5 - 40 Which endorsement do I choose for my future career? WELDER

  49. Answer 5 – 40 BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY

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