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Arts and Humanities EndorsementA student may earn an Arts and Humanities Endorsement by completing foundation and general endorsement requirements. In addition, students must complete one of the Program of Study requirements listed below. With written permission of the parents, a student may substitute a course from ELA, Social Studies, LOTE or Fine Arts for the 4th science requirement.Languages Other Than English (Option 1) Program of StudyLanguages Other Than English (Option 2) Program of StudyFine Arts Program of StudyEnglish Program of StudySocial Studies Program of Study4 Credits Required4 Credits Required4 Credits Required6 Credits Required5 Credits Required
Choose 4 credits of the same language:
- American Sign Language I-IV
- Chinese I-IV
- French I-V
- German I-IV
- Japanese I-IV
- Latin I-V
- Spanish I-V
Choose 2 credits of the same language:
- American Sign Language I-IV
- Chinese I-IV
- French I-V
- German I-IV
- Japanese I-IV
- Latin I-V
- Spanish I-V
Two levels of the same discipline in two or more Fine Arts disciplines:
- Art
- Band
- Cheer
- Choir
- Dance
- Flags
- Orchestra
- Instrumental
- Ensemble
- Technical Theatre
- Theatre
Required - 3 credits:
- English I
- English II
- English III
Choose 3 additional advanced English credits:
- English IV Independent Study in English
- Literary Genres
- Creative Writing
- Research and Technical Writing
- Humanities
- Communication Applications
- AP English Literature
Required - 1 credit
- W. Geography, Human Geography or W. History
Required - 2 credits
- US History
- Government
- Economics
Choose 2 additional advanced Social Studies credits:
- Model UN
- Advanced Sociology
- Anthropology AP
- European History
- Global Leadership
- Modern East Asia Studies
- Psychology
- AP Psychology
- Special Topics
- US Military History
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Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics (STEM) EndorsementStudents must complete Algebra II, Chemistry, & Physics to earn a STEM Endorsement.Advanced MathAdvanced ScienceBiomedical Science PathwayEngineering PathwayProgramming & Software Development Pathway
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Multidisciplinary Endorsement
16 Credits Required (Option 1)
Four credits in each of the foundations areas to include English IV, Chemistry and/or Physics
4 Credits Required (Option 2)Required Courses: 4 credits of English
- English I
- English II
- English III or AP English III
- English IV or AP English IV
Required Courses: 4 credits of Math
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Algebra I
- Geometry
Choose additional credits from the following:
- Algebra II
- Pre-Calculus
- Math Models with Applications
- Advanced Quantitative Reasoning
- Statistics
- AP Statistics
- AP Calculus AB
- AP Calculus BC
- College Algebra OnRamps/DC
- Engineering Mathematics
- AP Computer Science A
- College Prep Math
- Independent Study in Math
- Math Apps in Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources
Required Courses: 4 credits of Science
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Biology
- Chemistry OR Physics
Choose additional credits from the following:
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AP/OnRamps Biology
- AP Chemistry
- AP Environmental Science
- AP/OnRamps Physics I
- AP/OnRamps Physics II
- AP Physics C
- Aquatic Science
- Astronomy
- Earth & Space Science
- Environmental Systems
- Integrated Physics & Chemistry (IPC)
- Organic Chemistry
- Science & Technology
Required Courses: 4 credits of Social Studies
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World Geography/AP Human Geography AND/OR World History/AP World History
- US History or AP/OnRamps US History
- Government or AP Government
- Economics or AP Macroeconomics
Choose additional credit if needed from the following:
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AP European History
- AP Microeconomics
- AP Psychology
- Psychology
- AP Research
- AP Seminar
- Anthropology
- African American Studies
- Mexican American Studies
- Personal Financial Literacy
- Sociology
- Advanced Sociology
- Model UN I
- Model UN II
- Model UN III
- Contemporary Issues in US History
- Ethics, Economy & Entrepreneurship
- Global Leadership
- Local & Global Affairs
- Modern East Asia Studies
- Philosophy
- US Military History 1607-1898
- US Military History 1898-Present
- US Studies since Reconstruct.
Required Courses: 4 credits of Advanced Placement, OnRamps or Dual Credit
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Business & Industry EndorsementAgriculture, Food, & Natural Resources ProgramsArchitecture & Construction ProgramsArts, A/V, & Communications Programs4 Credits Required4 Credits Required4 Credits Required
- Agribusiness
- Animal Science
- Applied Agricultural Engineering
- Environmental & Natural Resources
- Food Science & Technology
- Architectural Design
- Carpentry
- Electrical
- HVAC
- Plumbing
- Digital Communications
- Design & Multimedia
Business, Marketing, & Finance ProgramsHospitality & Tourism ProgramManufacturing Programs- Accounting & Finance
- Business Management
- Entrepreneurship
- Marketing Sales
- Culinary Arts
- Adv. Manufacturing & Machinery Mechanics
Transportation & Distribution Logistics- Automotive
- Diesel & Heavy Equipment
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Public Services EndorsementEducation & Training ProgramsHealth Science ProgramsHuman Services Programs
- Early Learning
- Teaching & Training
- Healthcare Therapeutics
- Certified Medical Assistant
- Certified Nurse Aide
- Certified Pharmacy Technician
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Registered Dental Assistant
- Cosmetology
- Family & Community Services
Law & Public Safety Programs- Law Enforcement