Understanding the Foundation High School Program and Endorsements

The video discusses the importance of planning for one's future career and introduces the Foundation High School Program established by the 83rd Texas Legislature. It explains the requirement for students to choose an endorsement area, which aligns with their interests and prepares them for post-secondary education. The video details various endorsements, including business, arts, STEM, public services, and multidisciplinary options, and provides guidance on how students can start their endorsement journey.

What year did the Texas Legislature establish the Foundation High School Program?

• 2018

• 2010

• 2013

• 2015

How many credits in English are required in the Foundation High School Program?

• Two

• Three

• Four

• Five

What is an endorsement in the context of the Foundation High School Program?

• A mandatory extracurricular activity

• A graduation ceremony

• A set of courses focused on a specific interest

• A type of scholarship

Which endorsement would be suitable for a student interested in engineering?

• Arts and Humanities

• STEM

• Public Services

• Business and Industry

What does the STEM endorsement stand for?

• Sports, Technology, Education, and Music

• Science, Teaching, Engineering, and Medicine

• Social, Technical, Educational, and Management

• Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

Which endorsement allows students to explore multiple areas if they are uncertain?

• Business and Industry

• Arts and Humanities

• Multidisciplinary

• Public Services

What is one of the options for completing the multidisciplinary endorsement?

• Complete four credits in physical education

• Complete four credits in languages other than English

• Complete four advanced courses from one or multiple endorsements

• Complete four credits in fine arts

At what grade level do students start exploring endorsements through the iExplore class?

• Grade 6

• Grade 7

• Grade 8

• Grade 9

Can students choose a different endorsement in college than the one they chose in high school?

• Yes, they can choose a different endorsement

• Only if they have a recommendation

• No, they must stick to their high school choice

• Only if they have a scholarship

Where can students find more information about endorsements?

• By asking their friends

• By checking with their counselor or visiting the website

• By reading the school newspaper

• By attending a sports event