Diploma ENDORSEMENTS
Students may earn an endorsement by completing a coherent sequence of coursework housed within an academy. This “Program of Study” should suit a student’s unique skills and interests. An endorsement is earned once a minimum of four (4) credits in three (3) or more courses are completed, and must include upper level coursework. Endorsements are offered to NHS students beginning with 9th grade registration. Endorsements can be achieved in numerous ways to allow students to focus their studies in Academy Programs of Study, in addition to other academic electives.
Students may receive one or more endorsements on their high school diploma. These endorsements indicate that students have completed specific course concentrations preparing them to be ready for college or careers. The five endorsements are:
High School Diploma Endorsement Requirements, March 2016
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- Career Endorsement indicating completion of a rigorous course of study that includes a Career Technical Education concentration;
- College Endorsement indicating readiness for entry into community colleges;
- College/UNC Endorsement indicating readiness for entry into a four-year university in the University of North Carolina system;
- NC Academic Scholars Endorsement indicating that students have completed a balanced and academically rigorous high school program preparing them for post-secondary education.
- Global Languages Endorsement indicating proficiency in one or more languages in addition to English.
High School Diploma Endorsement Requirements, March 2016
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Recognition
The students who qualify for a special endorsement recognition
- will be designated by the State board of Education as having achieved an endorsement
- will receive a seal of recognition attached to their diplomas
- will have their specific endorsements listed on their official academic transcript
- may receive special recognition at graduation exercises and other community events
- may be considered for scholarships or employment opportunities
- may use this special recognition in applying to post-secondary institutions.
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