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State Graduation Plans 


Foundation Plan

22 Credits

Foundation Plan + Endorsement

26 Credits

English — 4 credits

English 1, 2, 3 and one advanced English credit

English — 4 credits

English 1, 2, 3, and one advanced English credit

Math — 3 credits

Algebra I, Geometry, and one advanced Math credit

Math — 4 credits

Algebra I, Geometry, and two advanced Math credits**

Science — 3 credits

Biology, Lab-based Science*, and one advanced Science credit

Science — 4 credits

Biology, Lab-based Science*, and two advanced Science credits

Social Studies — 3 credits

World Geography or World History, U.S. History, Government, 

and Economics (PFL Econ)

Social Studies — 3 credits

World Geography or World History, U.S. History, Government, 

and Economics (PFL Econ)

Languages other than English — 2 credits

in the same language

Languages other than English — 2 credits

in the same language

Fine Arts — 1 credit

Fine Arts — 1 credit

Physical Education — 1 credit

Physical Education — 1 credit

Electives — 5 credits

Electives — 7 credits

See Endorsement 4 -year plan

* Lab-based Science - IPC, Chemistry, or Physics

**Distinguished Level of Achievement-Student must take Algebra 2 as an advanced math

Endorsements

Please refer to the course plans for specific course requirements necessary to earn each endorsement

Arts & 

Humanities

Business & 

Industry

Public Services

STEM 

(Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math)

Multidisciplinary Studies

Fine Arts


Foreign Languages & Cultural Studies

Social Sciences


 

English & Communications


Accounting & Finance


Marketing & Sales


Plant Science


Automotive


Cosmetology/ Barbering


Digital Communications


Graphic Design & Media


Real Estate


Refining & Chemical Processing


Cybersecurity


Programming & Software Development


HVAC & Sheet Metal

AFJROTC


Teaching and Training


Law Enforcement


Diagnostic and 

Therapy Services


Culinary Arts


Agricultural Systems


Technical Systems


Mechanical Systems


Animal Science


Engineering Foundations


 

Math


Science 


Cybersecurity


Engineering Foundations


Programming and Software 

Development


Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering


 

Student selects courses from each endorsement area and earns credits in a variety of advanced courses from multiple content sufficient to complete distinguished level under the foundation high school program

State Assessments Required for Graduation( EOC)


English 1                        English 2

Algebra 1                       Biology

US History

Performance Acknowledgements


Outstanding Performance:

Dual Credit coursework, 

bilingualism/biliteracy, AP Exam, 

PSAT, ACT- Plan, SAT or ACT





4-Year Personal Graduation Plan (Sample)

Endorsement


Arts & Humanities

Public Services

Multidisciplinary

Business & Industry

STEM



Foundation Plan- 22 Credits

Endorsements- 26 credits

Planning for the Future

English — 4 credits

English 1

English 2

English 3

Advanced English 


Math — 3 credits

Algebra I

Geometry

Advanced Math


Science — 3 credits

Biology 

Lab- Science 

IPC, Chemistry, or Physics

Advanced Science


Social Studies — 3 credits

World Geography or 

World History

U.S. History

Government (.5)

Economics (.5)


LOTE — 2 credits

LOTE 1

LOTE 2


Fine Arts- 1 credit

  • _______________________


Physical Education — 1 credit

________________________


Electives — 5 credits

Elective 1

Elective 2

Elective 3

Elective 4

Elective 5

Arts & Humanities

4th Math

4th Science

Elective 1

Elective 2


Business & Industry

4th Math

4th Science

Elective 1

Elective 2


Public Services

4th Math

4th Science

Elective 1

Elective 2


STEM

4th Math

4th Science

Elective 1

Elective 2


Multidisciplinary

4th Math

4th Science

Elective 1

Elective 2

Testing

TSI

PSAT

SAT

ACT


College Readiness Standards

Math

Reading

Writing


Post- Secondary Applications

Apply Texas

Common Application

Military Recruiter

Technical School 

Local Employer


Financial Aid

FAFSA/ TASFA

Local Scholarship Application

Naviance

Financial Aid Night


Distinguished- Eligible for Top 10% Automatic Admission

STAAR EOC Checklist

Algebra 2 (must be one of the student’s math credits)

English 1

English 2

Algebra 1

US History

Biology

*Algebra 2, World History and English 4 are highly recommended for college bound students. It is the student’s responsibility to check prospective college requirements.

**Algebra 2 is required to be eligible for automatic admissions if in top 10% (5% for UT-Austin). The 86th Texas Legislature, Regular Session, 2019, passed SB 232 requiring school districts to notify parents that state graduation requirements do not require a student to complete an Algebra II course to graduate under the Foundation High School Program. Students who do not complete an Algebra II course will not be eligible for— automatic college admission or certain financial aid including: TEXAS grant program and Texas Educational Opportunity Grant Program. 


Performance Acknowledgements

A student may earn a performance acknowledgment on their transcript for outstanding performance in at least one of the following areas:

  • Dual Credit
    • Complete 12 hours of dual credit courses with a 3.0 OR
    • Complete an associate degree (Collegiate High School)
  • Bilingualism and Biliteracy
    • Exit ESL and score Advanced High on TELPAS AND
    • Maintain an 80+ average in English Language Arts courses AND
    • Complete 3 credits of same language with an 80+ average OR
    • Complete Level 4 for of language other than English with an 80+ OR
    • Score a 3 or higher on an AP Exam for language other than English
  • Advanced Placement (AP) Exam
    • Score a 3 or above on any AP Exam
  • PSAT, SAT, or ACT
    • Earning a score on the PSAT that qualifies for recognition as a commended scholar or higher by the College Board National Merit Scholarship Corporation, National Hispanic Recognition Program, or as part of the National Achievement Scholarship Program of the National Merit Scholarship Program. OR
    • Earning a total score of 1350 on the SAT OR
    • Earning a composite score on the ACT of 29 (excluding the writing subscore)
  • National, International or State Certification or License (see chart below)

Program of Study

Certifications/Licenses offered at DHS that meet CCMR

Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources


Veterinary Medical Applications 

Elanco Veterinary Medical Applications

Practicum of Veterinary Medicine

Texas Veterinary Medical Association (TVMA) Certified Veterinary Assistant, Level 1 

Small Animal/Equine Science

NHJTCA Equine Management & Evaluation Certification Strategies for Success

Agriculture Mechanics and Metal Technologies 

American Welding Society AWS D1.1; AWS D9.1; NCCER Core 

Advanced Plant and Soil Science

BASF Plant Science Certification 

Floral Design

Principles of Floral Design Certification; Principles of Floral Design; Texas State Florist's Association Knowledge, Level 1, Level II

Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications


Audio/Video Production I

Adobe Certified Professional in Digital Video Using Adobe Premier Pro

Practicum in Audio/Video Production

Adobe Certified Professional in Digital Video Using Adobe Premier Pro

Advanced Video Game Programming

Adobe Certified Professional Graphic Design & Illustration using Adobe Illustrator

Practicum of Animation 

Adobe Certified Professional Graphic Design & Illustration using Adobe Illustrator

Commercial Photography II

Adobe Certified Professional in Visual Design using Adobe Photoshop

Practicum in Commercial Photography

Adobe Certified Professional in Visual Design using Adobe Photoshop

Graphic Design & Illustration II

Adobe Certified Professional Print & Digital Media Publication using Adobe InDesign

Practicum in Graphic Design & Illustration 

Adobe Certified Professional Print & Digital Media Publication using Adobe InDesign

Business, Marketing, & Finance


Accounting II

QuickBooks Certified User

Financial Analysis

Accounting Basics/ Foundations or Certified Bookkeeper

Fundamentals of Real Estate

Real Estate Sales Agent License

Retail Management

Entrepreneurship and Small Business Certification

Education & Training


Practicum in Education and Training (RST2)

Educational Aide I

STEM (Information Technology & Engineering)


Computer Science I

Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer (PCEP)

Computer Science II

Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer (PCEP)

Cyber Security 

CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA A+ Certification


Engineering 

Certified SolidWorks Associate ; Autodesk Certified User Fusion 360 

ENERGY

Dual Credit with College of the Mainland 

Petrochemical Safety, Health, and Environment

Dual Credit with College of the Mainland 

Health Science 


Practicum in Health Science: PCT/EKG 

Certified EKG Technician, Patient Care Technician (PCT)

 Practicum in Health Science: Pharmacy Technician 

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Practicum in Health Science: Dental Assistant 

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) X-Ray

Practicum in Health Science: Imaging

Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist (LMRT)

Practicum in Health Science (Emergency Medical Technician - Dual Credit/COM)

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Basic

Human Services


Barbering II/ Lab

Class A Barber License (Barber Operator License)

Cosmetology II/ Lab

Cosmetology Operator License

Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security


Law Enforcement II

International Academy of Emergency Dispatch (IAED) Emergency Telecommunicator

Transportation, Distribution & Logistics


Automotive Technology I

Automotive Technology II

ASE Entry Level Electrical/Electronic Systems

ASE Entry Level Brakes

ASE Entry Level Suspension and Steering

ASE Entry Level Heating and Air Conditioning


ASE Entry Level Engine Repair

ASE Entry Level Engine Performance

ASE Entry Level Automatic Transmission and Transaxle

ASE Entry Level Manual Drive Train and Axles

ASE Maintenance and Light Repair


Arts and Humanities Endorsement

Endorsement Pathways

9th Year

10th Year

11th Year

12th Year

Fine Arts

Art 1

Art 2

Art 3

Art 4

Band 1

Band 2

Band 3

Band 4

Choir 1

Choir 2

Choir 3

Choir 4

Dance 1

Dance 2

Dance 3

Dance 4

Dance Team 1

Dance Team 2

Dance Team 3

Dance Team 4

Musical Theater 1 or Theater Arts 1 or Technical Theater 1 or Theater Productions 1

Musical Theater 2 or Theater Arts 2 or Technical Theater 2 or Theater Productions 2

Musical Theater 3 or Theater Arts 3 or Technical Theater 3 or Theater Productions 3

Musical Theater 4 or Theater Arts 4 or Technical Theater 4 or Theater Productions 4

Languages Other Than English (LOTE)

Spanish 1

Spanish 2

Spanish 3

Spanish 4

French 1

French 2

French 3

French 4

Social Studies

World Geography or Human Geography

World History

US History

Government and Economics

Plus 1 Social Studies elective credit from: African American Studies, Personal Financial Literacy, History of Sports in the US, Mexican American Studies, Psychology, or Sociology 

 

Arts & Humanities Endorsement

Career Pathway for Fine Arts 

Art, Band, Choir, Dance or Theater Arts

26 credits

 

Sample Graduation Plan

9th Grade

10th Grade

English 1

English 2

Algebra I

Geometry

World Geography or Human Geography

World History* or Elective

Biology

IPC or Chemistry

Foreign Language 1

Foreign Language 2

PE

Elective

Fine Art 1

Fine Art 2

11th Grade

12th Grade

English 3

English 4

Advanced Math*

Advanced Math

US History

Government/ Economics

Advanced Science

Advanced Science

Fine Art 3

Fine Art 4

Elective

Elective

Elective

Elective

*Algebra 2 and World History are recommended for college bound students

 

Arts & Humanities Endorsement

Career Pathway for Foreign Language/Cultural Studies

26 credits

 

9th Grade

10th Grade

English 1

English 2

Algebra I

Geometry

World Geography or Human Geography

World History* or Elective

Biology

IPC or Chemistry

Foreign Language 1

Foreign Language 2

PE

Elective

Fine Art 

Elective

11th Grade

12th Grade

English 3

English 4

Advanced Math*

Advanced Math

US History

Government/ Economics

Advanced Science

Advanced Science

Foreign Language 3

Foreign Language 4

Elective

Elective

Elective

Elective

*Algebra 2 and World History are recommended for college bound students.

 

Arts & Humanities Endorsement

Career Pathway for Social Studies

26 credits

9th Grade

10th Grade

English 1

English 2

Algebra I

Geometry

World Geography or Human Geography

World History *

Biology

IPC or Chemistry

Foreign Language 1

Foreign Language 2

PE

Elective

Fine Art 1

Elective

11th Grade

12th Grade

English 3

English 4

Advanced Math*

Advanced Math

US History

Government/ Economics

Advanced Science

Advanced Science

Social Studies Elective 

Elective

Elective

Elective

Elective

Elective

*Algebra 2 and World History are recommended for college bound students.

Business and Industry Endorsement (CTE)

 

Endorsement Pathways

Specialization

9th Year

10th Year

11th Year

12th Year

Certification

Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Animal Science

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Small Animal Management/ Equine Science

Livestock Production or Vet Medical Applications

Advanced Animal Science or Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (Vet Med)

Elanco Fundamentals of

Animal Science 

Elanco Veterinary Medical

Applications; Certified

Veterinary Assistant, Level

1; NHJTCA Equine Management & Evaluation Certification Strategies for Success 

Agricultural Technology and Mechanical Systems

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Agricultural Mechanics and Metal Technologies

Agricultural Structures Designs and Fabrications

Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (Applied Agriculture Engineering)

AWS D1.1; AWS D9.1; NCCER Core 


Plant Science

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Floral Design 

Advanced Floral Design/ Environmental Plant & Soil Science

Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

BASF Plant Science

Principles of Floral Design; Texas State Florist's Association Level I Floral Certification 


Arts, Audio Video Technology, and Communications

Graphic Design and Interactive Media  (Video Game Design)

Principles of Arts, A/V Technology, And Communications

Video Game Programming 1

Advanced Video Game Programming

Career Preparation

Adobe Certified

Professional Graphic

Design & Illustration using

Adobe Illustrator

Graphic Design and Interactive Media (Commercial Photography)

Principles of Arts, A/V Technology, And Communications

Commercial Photography 1

Commercial Photography 2

Practicum in Commercial Photography

Adobe Certified

Professional in Visual

Design using Adobe

Photoshop

Graphic Design and Interactive Media 

(Graphic Design/ Illustration/Yearbook)

Principles of Arts, A/V Technology, And Communications

Graphic Design and Illustration 1


Graphic Design and Illustration 2 

Practicum in Graphic Design and Illustration 

Adobe Certified

Professional Print & Digital

Digital Communications

Principles of Arts, A/V Technology, And Communications

Audio/Video Production 1

Audio/Video Production 2

Practicum in Audio/Video Production

Adobe Certified

Professional in Digital

Video Using Adobe Premier

Pro


Endorsement Pathways

Specialization

9th Year

10th Year

11th Year

12th Year

Certification

Business, Marketing, and Finance


Marketing and Sales

Principles of Business, Finance, and Marketing 



Practicum in Entrepreneurship:

School store

Entrepreneurship and Small Business 


Accounting and Financial Services

Principles of Business, Marketing, & Finance

Accounting 1


Accounting 2 (Also a math credit) 

Financial Analysis 

Accounting - Basics; Accounting Foundations; Intuit QuickBooks Certified User; Intuit Certified Bookkeeping Professional 

Real Estate

Principles of Business,

Marketing, and Finance

Accounting I I 



Accounting II (Also a math credit) 


Practicum in Entrepreneurship (Real Estate) 

 

Real Estate Sales Agent License; Intuit QuickBooks Certified User 


Now under Engineering

Engineering Foundations 

Engineering Design Process or Principles of Applied Engineering

Robotics 1

Robotics 2

Engineering Design & Presentation or Practicum in STEM

Autodesk Associate

(Certified User) Fusion 360

Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics

Automotive 

Automotive Basics

Automotive Technology 1

Automotive Technology 2

Practicum in Transportation Systems

ASE Entry Level Electrical/Electronic Systems

ASE Entry Level Brakes

ASE Entry Level Suspension and Steering

ASE Entry Level Heating and Air Conditioning

ASE Entry Level Engine Repair

ASE Entry Level Engine Performance

ASE Entry Level Automatic Transmission and Transaxle

ASE Entry Level Manual Drive Train and Axles

ASE Maintenance and Light Repair

 (10th-12th Grade)


    

 

Public Services Endorsement (CTE)
 

Endorsement Pathways

Specialization

9th Year

10th Year

11th Year

12th Year

Certification

Education and Training

Teaching and Training

Principles of Education and Training

Child Development

Instructional Practice in Educational Training (RST1)

Practicum in Education and Training (RST2)             

Educational Aide I

Health Science

Healthcare Therapeutics (EMT)

Principles of Health Science

Medical Terminology

Health Science Theory 

Emergency Medical Technician (Dual Credit)

Emergency Medical

Technician - Basic

Healthcare Therapeutics (PCT)

Principles of Health Science

Medical Terminology

Health Science Theory 

Practicum in Health Science (PCT)

Patient

Care Technician;

Healthcare Therapeutics (Pharmacy)

Principles of Health Science

Medical Terminology

Pharmacology 

Practicum in Health Science (Pharmacy)

Pharmacy

Technician

Healthcare Therapeutics (Dental)

Principles of Health Science

Medical Terminology

Health Science Theory  

Practicum in Health Science (Dental)

Registered

Dental Assistant


Healthcare Diagnostics

Principles of Health Science

Medical Terminology

Medical Microbiology  

Anatomy & Physiology


Health care Diagnostics Imaging

Introduction to Imaging Technology/ Medical Terminology

Imaging Technology I

Imaging Technology II

Practicum 

Health Science (Imaging)

X-Ray Technician

Human Services

Barbering


Principles of Barbering

Barbering I/ Lab

Barbering II/ Lab

Barber Operating License

Cosmetology


Introduction to Cosmetology

Cosmetology I/ Lab 

Cosmetology II/ Lab

Cosmetology Operator

License

Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security

Law Enforcement

Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security

Law 

Enforcement I

Law Enforcement II

Counseling and Mental Health/ Forensic Science/ Practicum of Law

IAED Emergency

Telecommunicator


Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC)

JROTC

JROTC 1

JROTC 2

JROTC 3

JROTC 4


 

 

 


STEM Endorsement

Endorsement Pathways

Specialization

9th Year

10th Year

11th Year

12th Year

Engineering (CTE)

Engineering Foundations

Engineering Design Process or Principles of Applied Engineering 

Engineering Science

Engineering Design and Presentation I

Engineering Design and Presentation II

Engineering Foundations (Aerospace)

Engineering Design Process or Principles of Applied Engineering 

Engineering Science

Aerospace Design

Practicum in STEM

Engineering Foundations (Robotics)

Engineering Design Process or Principles of Applied Engineering 

Robotics I

Robotics I

Practicum in STEM

Programming and Software Development

Fundamentals of Computer Science

Computer Science I

Computer Science II

Practicum in STEM

Information Technology

Cyber Security 

Foundations of Cyber Security

Computer Maintenance 

Networking 

Practicum in Information Technology 

Energy (CTE)

Refining and Chemical Processes

Basics

Basics

Introduction to Process Technology & Petrochemical Safety, Health, and Environment 

Practicum in Energy & Advanced Instrument and Electrical

Math

Math

Algebra 1* or

Geometry

Geometry and/ or Algebra 2

Precalculus

Advanced Math

Science

Science

Biology or Chemistry

Chemistry or Physics

Physics and/or Advanced Science

Advanced Science

*May be taken in 8th grade


 

 

Multidisciplinary Endorsement


Endorsement Pathways

Specialization

9th Year

10th Year

11th Year

12th Year

4 Courses in each subject area

4x4

Four credits in each of the four foundation subject areas (English, Math, Science, and Social Studies) to include English 4 and Chemistry and/ or Physics

Advanced Placement and/ or Dual Credit  Courses

AP or Dual Credit

Four credits in Advanced Placement or Dual Credit courses

Multiple Endorsement Areas

Multiple Endorsement Areas

Multiple endorsement area courses that are not in a coherent sequence (see other endorsement pathway courses)


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