YOUR STUDENT IS GOING TO HIGH SCHOOL!
...Now what?
Mrs. Becker
McComb High School Counselor

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Before you know it,you'll be receiving your high school diploma.Ohio is giving you new ways to show the world what you can do withit.
As a student entering ninth grade onorafter July 1,2019,Ohio's new high school graduation requirements give you more flexibility to choose a graduation pathway that builds onyour strengths and passions - one that ensures you are ready for your next steps and excited about the future.

First.

Englishianguage ans	4 cred•1S
cover the  basics	He.11th	IIcredit	Other Requirements
MathematlCS	4 credits	You also mustreceive 1nstruc11on on

You must earn a minimum totalof 20 creditstin specified subjects and take your required tests .Then.decide how

economics and financial literacy and
Jlh.Aoeal education	credit	completeat least two semesters of fine
Scoence	3 Cfed•IS	ans Your d1st11ct may requ11e more lllan

you willround out your diploma requirements.	Social stud•es	3credots	20 credits to gradual8
Eleaows	5credots

Graduation Requirements: Class Credits

★	4 credits of English
★	4 credits of Math
★	3 credits of Social Studies
★	3 credits of Science
★	Physical Education (.25) / Health (.5)
★	Physical Education (.25) / Computer Technology (.5)
★	1 ﬁne art credit

= 16.5 + 4.5 hrs elective credit

Total of 21 credit hours to graduate

**Honors Diploma has additional requirements**

Freshmen Year
Math (Algebra 1 + Support, Algebra I or Geometry)
Science (Physical Science)
History (US History I/Freshmen World History)
English 9 or CP English 9
Physical Education (.25)/ Leadership (NEW!) (.5)
Elective Choices--Can take 2-3
Spanish I or II
Band
Choir
Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
Art I/2
Ohio History, Current Events

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Freshmen Year

ophomore Year

Junior Year

English 9 or CP Eng 9
US History I
Algebra I, or Geometry
Physical Science

English 10 or CP Eng US History II
Algebra I, Geometry or Algebra II

English 11 or CP Eng 11
Geometry, Algebra II, CP Algebra II or CCP College Algebra/Stats
Chemistry, Bio II,

Senior Year

Physical
Education/Leadership
(Elective)
(Elective)
(Elective)

Biology
CCP Computer Technology/Health (Elective) (Elective) (Elective)

Astronomy, Ag. etc
(Elective)
(Elective)
(Elective)
(Elective)
(Elective)

English 12 or CP English 12
Government/Econ.
Financial/Statistics or CCP Stats
(Elective)
(Elective)
(Elective)
(Elective)
(Elective)

Second.show competency
Earn a passing score on Ohio's high school Algebra Iand English II tests.Students who do not pass the test will be offered additional support and must retake the test at least once.
Is testing not your strength? After you have takenyour tests,there are three additionalways to show competeocy!

Demonstrate Two
Career-Focused Activities': Foundational
Proficient scores on WebXams
A 12-point industry credential
A pre-apprenticeshipor acceptance into an approved apprenticeship program
Supporting
Work-based learning
Earnthe required score on WorkKeys Earn the OhioMeansJobs Readiness Seal

tion

Option
Com lete Colle e Coursework
Earn credit for one college-levelmath and/ or college-level English course through Ohio's free College Credit Plus program.

Enlist i the Milita
Show evidence that youhave signed a contract to enter a branch of the U.S.armed services upon graduation.

Third. show readiness
Earn two of the following diploma seals. choosing those that line up with your goals and interests. These seals
give you the chance to demonstrate academic. technical and professional skills and knowledge that align to your passions. interests and planned next steps after high school.

At least one of the two must be Ohio-designed:
OhioMeansJobs Readiness Seal (Ohio)
Industry-Recognized Credential Seal (Ohio) College-Ready Seal (Ohio)
Military Enlistment Seal (Ohio) Citizenship Seal (Ohio)
Science Seal (Ohio)
Honors Diploma Seal (Ohio)
D Seal of Biliteracy (Ohio)
D Technology Seal (Ohio) Community Service Seal (Local)
D Fine and Performing Arts Seal (Local)
Student Engagement Seal (Local)

Local	Involvement
Seals

Community Service Seal:
Complete a minimum of 60 community service hours during high school. Hours may be counted starting the summer before freshman year.

Fine and Performing Arts Seal:
Complete a minimum of 4 credits of fine arts during high school (band, choir, art, industrial/agricultural art) OR
Must participate in two fine arts activities outside of school. This may include plays, musicals, jazz band, community theatre, art club, or any other activity approved by the Fine Art department.

Student Engagement Seal:
Complete 8 extracurricular experiences during high school career such as: athletics, clubs or student government.
Extracurricular activities and/or clubs must be school-sponsored and/or community activities and clubs must be approved by administration.
The coach, club advisor, or activity supervisor may determine if the student has participated to a meaningful extent.

 	Graduation Documents 	

Graduation Seals

Graduation Requirements for the Class of 2023 and Beyond
Explanation of Graduation Requirements including all

McComb High School 2021-2022 9th GRADE REGISTRATION

 	Career Goal	Date	_

COURSES REQUESTED

English 9 or CP English 9 US HistoryI/World History

(1 credit)

(1 credit)

Algebra 1+ Support,Algebra Ior Geometry

(PE/CT) Physical Education (1/4 credit) /Leadership (1/2 credit)

(601) Physical Science

(1 credit) pscredit) (1 credit)

 	elective (	credit)

 	elective (	credit)

 	elective (	credit)

ALTERNATES Make sure these are the courses you want. List the coursesIn orderof your preference. These courses willbe scheduled in order of preference when requests 1-8 cannot be scheduled.

High School
Activities… HAVE FUN!
★	Get involved with school or community activities
Sports, Band/Choir, Play/Musical, Student Council, Leader in Me, Student Government, FFA, NHS and more!
Clubs such as Spanish club, Gaming club, Quiz bowl, etc.
★	Community service (MHS and others)