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High School Vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Credit | What a student earns for completing/passing a class. Student receive 1 credit for a course that last all year, 1/2 credit for a semester long class. |
| Course | Another word for class |
| Diploma | Certificate that represents completion of a program of study |
| Elective | A course that is not required but can be chosen by students if they are interested in the class. |
| Graduation Requirements | standards that must be met in order to receive a diploma. |
| Advanced Placement Classes | Accelerated and more challenging classes. |
| Freshmen | 9th grade |
| Sophomore | 10th grade |
| Junior | 11th grade |
| Senior | 12th grade |
| Prerequisite | A course that is required before another course can be taken |
| Smart Core | Arkansas's college and career ready curriculum for high school students. |
| GPA | Grading system that represents that averages your grades to determine how well your performed in all your classes. |