High School Vocab

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General grouping of courses for a career field, includes 3-4+ electives.

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Endorsement

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Specific courses needed for a post-secondary goal.

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Program of study

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Earned when you pass a class

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Credit

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High school class gives credit for both high school and college.

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Dual credit

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High school class, college credit given only if exam is passed.

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Advanced placement

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Certifications or licenses awarded upon completing a recommended study program and additional requirements.

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Performance Acknowledgements

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Sum of course grades in high school divided by total credits

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GPA

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Designed to challenge and prepare students for Advanced Placement Classes

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Advanced

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Course equivalent to first-year college courses; AP exam offers college credit.

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Advanced Placement

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Opportunity for high schoolers to earn college credit.

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Dual Credit