Graduation Requirements
In order to be eligible for
graduation, all students must have met the credit
requirements outline below by the end of the current school year. Every
graduate's file must include the following:
1) Documentation of all of
the classes taken and the grades and
credits earned for each year of high school
2) Current and complete
Attendance and Progress Reports and Curriculum Lists for each year of
enrollment in Family Christian Academy
3) FCA administered Stanford
Achievement Test results for each of the last two years prior to
graduation (a score of 21 or better on the ACT will be accepted for
students in the 11th or 12th grades
Any student who
wishes to graduate at the end of their third year of high school and
will turn eighteen before 9/1/06, must meet the above requirements and
have ACT test results on file with a minimum score of 24.
Any students who wish to
graduate at the end of their third year of high school and does not turn
eighteen before 9/1/06, must meet the above requirements and have
Stanford achievement test scores administered by FCA for each of the
last two years that reveal a stanine of 8 or higher. The student must
also have taken the ACT test and earned a minimum score of 24.
Any student who wishes to
graduate at the end of the first semester of their forth year of high
school must meet the above requirements and must have FCA administered
Stanford Achievement test results on file for grades 10 and 11 that
reveal a stanine of 7 or higher.
Students must take the ACT
test early enough so that the results will be in the FCA offices before
May 1, 2006. It takes 4 to 6 weeks for the ACT grading facility to issue
test results, therefore, students must take the test no later than the
February , 2006 test date. If you would like information about
registering for the ACT please click here www.act.org or call 404-231-7352. Our school code
number is 431252.
The graduation requirements
of Family Christian Academy meet or exceed those of the state of
Tennessee. Decisions about a student's eligibility to graduate early are
made on a case by case basis. Having met one or more of the above
requirements in no way guarantees that a student will receive their
diploma before the end of their fourth year of high school.
Requirements for
Graduation:
1) College Preparatory:
(Be sure to check college requirements from college's that you may wish
to attend).
3....Bible
4....English
3....Math (Algebra
I, Algebra II, Geometry, or Advanced Math)
3....Science
(General Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
2....Social Studies
(US History, World Geography, World History)
1/2..Economics
1/2..Government
1/2..Literature
1/2..Health
1....Physical Ed
2....Foreign
Language
1....Visual Arts
(Theatre, Music, Art History)
0....Electives
Total
Credits: 21
2) General:
3....Bible
4....English
2....Math (Algebra
I, Algebra II, Geometry, or Advanced Math)
2....Science
(General Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
1....Social
Studies (History, World Geography, World History)
1....US
History
1....Gov/Economics
1/2..Computer
Skills
1/2..Health
1/2..Literature
1/2..State
History (Your State)
1....Physical Ed
0....Foreign
Language
1....Visual Arts
(Public Speaking, Visual Displays, Music, Ministry, etc.)
3....Electives
Total
Credits: 21
NOTE: Students are not
limited to the minimum credits. Some students do NOT want to graduate
with the minimum credits, some do. Some students want their transcripts
fuller and richer with courses they love, or courses related to their
chosen fields -- so, they add more credits. In such cases, students may
greatly increase the value of their transcript, increasing the
possibilities for scholarships, grants, and acceptance at more select
colleges. All transcripts are compared to test scores.
SPECIAL NOTE: See
Tennessee Students Apprenticeship Program.
There may be a short cut to a diploma for some of you.
There are hundreds of
choices to complete these credits. Some examples include the following:
Bible 3 Credits
English 4 Credits
May include but not
limited to: Grammar and Composition, Literature (American, British,
Ancient, Modern, Biblical), Poetry, Creative Writing, Analysis of
Literature, and hundreds more choices.
Math 2 Credits
Consumer Math, Career
Math, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus, Drafting, Computer
Aided Design (CAD), Accounting, Economics, General Math, Probability,
Statistics, Business Math, Advanced Mathematics, and hundreds of other
choices.
Social Studies 1 Credit
History (other than U.
S. History) such as European, Economic, Ancient, Western Civilization,
Military History of the World, History of the Western World, Old and New
Testament Survey, Religion, Geography. May also include: Sociology,
Economics, Management, Marketing, Law, Macro Economics and Micro
Economics, and may more possibilities of your choosing.
United States History 1
Credit
America before 1877,
America since 1877, History of the United States (Political, Economic,
Military, Technological, Government, Religious), and hundreds of other
choices.
State Studies 1/2 Credit
Each student must have a
basic course in their state's history, growth, geography, products,
climate, law, and relationship to other states. (Any such 1/2 year
course taken in grades 6-12 qualifies.)
Science 2 credits
Earth Science, Physical
Science, Biology, Chemistry, Life Science, Physical Mechanics, General
Technology and Mechanics, Anatomy, Physiology, Ecology, Nutrition,
Psychology, Human Growth and Development, Maternal and Child Care, Human
Behavior, Criminology, and hundreds more to choose from.
Health 1/2 credit
Anatomy, Physiology,
Disease Processes, Pathology, Interpersonal Relationships, Addictions,
Nutrition, Growth and Development, First Aid, Aging and Safety
Certificates (Hunter Safety, CPR, CNA, etc), and many other specialties
from which you may choose.
Physical Education 1
credit
Participation in
physical fitness activities: aerobics, biking, ball games, swimming,
hiking, skiing, skating, team sports, etc. Earning formal certificates
also qualifies (Red Cross Life Saving, CPR, WSI, etc.). There are
literally hundreds of options from which to choose to fulfill this
credit.
Fine Arts 1 credit
Involvement in Visual
Arts, Performing Arts, Art Appreciation, Music Appreciation, Formal
instruction in music, art, or drama and debate; Participation in choirs,
bands, orchestras, musical ensembles, drama or dramatic productions.
Many activities may be combined to meet this requirement and it's your
choice.
Computer Skills 1/2
credit
Basic computer skills
should include keyboarding, opening applications, creating document,
backing-up and storing documents, printing, copying documents, closing
and storing documents, and the proper function and care of computer
equipment. (Any 1/2 year course taken in grades 712 qualifies.)
Electives 3 credits
Courses may be selected
from any of the above listings once the required credit in these areas
has been earned. Other considerations: Foreign Languages, Practical
Arts, Home Economics, Culinary Arts, Sewing, Woodworking, Automotives,
Photography, and hundreds of other options are available for your
choosing.
We can advise you if
needed. You may request a consultation for the price of $30.00 per hour.
Min 1 hour. Generally 1 hour is sufficient.
Dual Enrollment: Special
High School credits may be earned for dual enrolled student (FCA and
Community College).
Notes:
Should you have any
questions regarding our graduation requirements or issuance of credits,
please contact our online records office at
Nashville_Records@FamilyChristianAcademy.com.
For information on
graduation ceremonies, go here.
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