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INCARNATE WORD ACADEMY High School DIPLOMA PLANS
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Recommended Diploma |
Advanced Diploma **** |
| Theology |
4.0 |
4.0 |
| English Language Arts |
4.0 |
4.0 |
| Mathematics* |
4.0 |
4.0 Including Pre-Calculus |
| Science** |
4.0 |
4.0 Do not include IPC |
Social Studies:
World Geography
World History
U.S. History
U.S. Government |
1.0
1.0
1.0
0.5 |
1.0
1.0
1.0
0.5 |
| Economics |
0.5 |
0.5 |
| Language other than English |
3.0 (2.0 in 9-12) |
3.0 (2.0 in 9-12) |
| Physical Ed. and/or Athletics |
1.0 |
1.0 |
| Health/Advanced Health |
1.0 |
1.0 |
| Technology Application |
1.0 |
1.0 |
| Fine Arts |
1.0 |
1.0 |
| Speech |
0.5 |
0.5 |
| Other Electives |
2.5 |
2.5 |
| Total Credits |
30.0 |
30.0 |
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To include: Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2 |
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Plan A: Biology, Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC), Chemistry 1, and Physics
Plan B: Biology, Chemistry 1, Physics, and one additional approved science course |
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Must be the same language |
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Requires a minimum combination of 15 pre-advanced placement, dual credit, and/or advanced placement credits and a GPA of 90 or above |
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Jeanne de Matel Laureate Diploma................................................................................................................................
This diploma recognizes the student who is capable of college-level work while still in high school. Students meeting the requirements of the Advanced Diploma shall also complete the following requirements:
- Complete at least four additional advanced-level courses to include AP Calculus AB.
- In addition to our Theology department service requirements, the student will be required to participate in one major service project based on criteria listed on the application form.
- An exemplary conduct record.
- Qualifies for a total of at least three measures in the following two categories:
Qualifying measures for the Jeanne de Matel Laureate Diploma:
[Students need not qualify in both categories.]
1. Recognition as a Commended Scholar, Semifinalist, or Finalist by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation; and/or
2. Attainment of at least four scores of 3 or above (two if qualified under #1 above) on College Board Advanced Placement Examinations.
Students should apply to be designated as “Jeanne de Matel Diploma Candidates” in the fall of their senior year.
Applications may be picked up from the counselor.
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