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Grade Classification Standards

• Grade Progression

In high school, students do not repeat entire grades. Grade level is based on years in school plus total credits earned.

• Earning Credits

Students earn ½ credit for each semester class they pass.

• Failed Classes

Semesters of failed classes are typically only repeated if required for graduation.

Summer School

Registration is in April/May

Repeat the Class

Take the class again the following year

Credit by Exam

Offered on a monthly basis

Digital Credit Recovery

Held during or after school on Thursdays

Grade Classification Standards

CRITICAL RECLASSIFICATION RULE

Students who have not passed the whole year of both Algebra I and English I will be reclassified to 9th grade.

Policy Details: For more comprehensive information, you can click here to view the exemption policy detail.

Grade Averaging

Semester Credits

Students earn or lose half a credit (0.5) for each semester independently.

• Each semester stands on its own for regular credit earning.
• If they pass the Fall but fail the Spring: They only earn 0.5 credit for the Fall, not the Spring.
• Important: Students must pass the Spring semester to earn credit for the whole year automatically without averaging.

Regaining Lost Credit (Averaging)

If a student fails the Fall Semester of a year-long class, they can still regain that lost half-credit.

The Requirement:

They must pass the Spring semester with a yearly average of at least a 70.

This policy allows students to recover from a difficult first semester by demonstrating mastery in the second half of the year.

Graduation Update

01. Graduation Plans

Complete requirements for either plan:

• Foundations Plus Endorsement�26 credits
• Foundation Only Plan�22 credits

02. STAAR Exams

Pass all End of Course (EOC) exams:

• English I & II
• Algebra I
• Biology
• U.S. History

03. Financial Aid

FAFSA / TASFA Requirement:

Complete the application and upload documentation for proof of completion.

Alternatively, provide a signed parental opt-out form.

Assured Admission

*Assured admission

*Academic profile exceeds the campus profile

Likely Admission

*Academic profile matches the campus profile

*No assured admission criteria is published

Admissions Reach

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*Academic profile of the school exceeds students’ academic profile

*Holistic Review

Diploma Plans

01. 26-Credit Plan

Expected Pathway

• The Foundation Plan with Endorsements is the expected graduation plan.
• Students may graduate with more than one endorsement.

02. University & Aid

Key Requirements

• An endorsement is required to start at a Texas public 4-year university as a freshman.
• Some state financial aid options are limited to this 26-credit plan.

03. 22-Credit Plan

Alternative Option

• Graduates on the 22-credit plan may start at a community college first.
• Allows direct entry to private or out-of-state universities.

STAAR End of Course Exams (EOC's)

Test Dates: Spring 2024

April 8

English I

9th Grade

April 9

English II

10th Grade

April 15

Biology

9th Grade

April 16

US History

11th Grade

April 29

Algebra 1

9th Grade

01. First-Time Entry

Eligibility for K-Level or AP Classes

Students are eligible to enter an advanced class for the first time if they meet either of the following:

• 85+ Yearly Average in the previous on-level class in the same subject.
• Masters Grade Level on the STAAR exam in that subject.

02. Continuation Criteria

Remaining in K-Level Sequence

Students already enrolled in a K-level course may continue in the sequence if they maintain performance standards:

• 75+ Average maintained specifically during the second semester of the previous school year.

Please Note: Refer to page 11 of the Course Description Book for detailed grading period guidelines and retention requirements.

01. Academic & Conduct

Basic Eligibility Standards

• 5.8 Cumulative GPA minimum required during junior or senior year.
• S & E Conduct Ratings required in conduct for the current year of induction.
• Clean Disciplinary Record: Students with ALC time or suspensions are not considered.

02. Service & Leadership

Activities & Community Involvement

• Community Service: Recorded activities (2 per year with 20 hours overall).
• Extra-Curriculars: Minimum of 3 ongoing activities (sports, clubs, etc.).
• Leadership Roles: Minimum of 2 designated leadership positions.

Please Note: Students meeting the 5.8+ GPA threshold will receive an invitation to an informational meeting during their junior year. A completed application is strictly required for NHS admission.

01. Selection

9th Grade PACE Class

10th Grade courses are chosen in your 9th grade PACE class.

02. Change Window

Opportunity to Request

Students will have an opportunity to change their course requests before the end of April.

03. Firm Deadline

No Late Changes

Changes to course requests are NOT ALLOWED after the end of April.

Presentation Conclusion

Cy Creek 9th Grade Parent Presentation

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