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A Guide to High School Young Women’s Preparatory Academy
A Guide to High School
Young Women’s Preparatory Academy
4-year, 24-credit program G.P.A. Dual Enrollment Advanced Placement (AP) PSAT, SAT, ACT E.O.C./Common Core Standards
What we will be discussing…
About the 24-Credit Program Subject Area Graduation Requirements of 24-
Credit Program
English 4 credits, with major concentration in composition, reading for information, and literature.
Mathematics 4 credits, one of which must be Algebra 1 or its equivalent and one of which must be in geometry or its equivalent, or a higher-level math course.
Science 3 credits in science, two of which must have a laboratory component.
Social Studies 1 credit world history1 credit United States History0.5 credit United States Government0.5 credit economics
Foreign Language Not required for high school graduation, but required for admission into state universities.
Fine arts or Performing Arts,(Practical Arts)
1 credit in fine or performing arts, speech and debate, or practical arts (eligible courses specified in Course Code Directory)
Physical Education 1 credit in physical education to include the integration of health.
Electives 8 credits (0.5 FLVS)
Total 24 creditsState Assessment Requirements Passing scores on the Grade 10 FCAT
2.0 Reading or scores on a standardized test that are concordant with the passing scores on the FCAT (ACT or SAT [Scholarship Aptitude Test])
Grade Point Average (GPA) Requirements
Cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale
Students graduate with:◦ 5 Math credits◦ 5 Science credits◦ 3 Spanish credits
At YWPA…
Allows eligible high school students to enroll in post-secondary courses.
Credits earned: ◦ Both:
High school credit College credit towards a degree or technical certificate.
All 24 Florida colleges and some state universities participate in Dual Enrollment.
The courses can be taken:◦ Part-time basis during school hours.◦ After School◦ During Summer
Dual Enrollment and Early Admission
Students do not have to pay anything. Textbooks to students are provided free of
charge. The grades obtained through dual
enrollment at Florida colleges and universities will become part of the permanent post-secondary record.
States universities will not admit a student who has less than a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
Nationwide program by The College Board. Consists of:
◦ YWPA offers 14 AP ClassesCollege Level Courses:
If student earns a passing score of a 3 or above earns:◦ College Credit◦ AP credit◦ Or both, depending on the college or university.
MDCPS students do not have to pay for the AP exams. More than 90% of 4 year colleges and universities have
AP PoliciesFor more questions visit:
<www.collegeboard.com/shareAP>
Advanced Placement Program (AP)
World History U.S. History Macroeconomics/
Government Spanish Language Spanish Literature Human Geography Art Studio
English Language English Literature Biology Chemistry Environmental
Science Calculus
High School A.P. Classes
% OF TOTAL AP STUDENTS WITH SCORES 3+
39 41
52 4947 49 51 51
60 60 61 61
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10
20
30
40
50
60
70
2010 2011 2012 2013
YWPA FLORIDA GLOBAL
What are Common Core StateStandards?
Rigorous, research-based standards for mathematics, and English- language arts and literacy in history/social studies, science, and technical subjects for grades K-12
Designed to prepare the nation’s students with the knowledge and skills needed for success in college and the workforce
Internationally benchmarked to ensure that students will be globally competitive
A clear and consistent educational framework A collaborative effort that builds on the best of
current state standards
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AP Human Geography AP Spanish Language AP Chemistry AP Psychology AP Spanish Literature AP Macroeconomics/Government AP Calculus AB AP Biology AP English Language and Composition AP United States History AP Studio Art: 2D Design AP English Literature and Composition AP Environmental Science AP World History
AP courses offered at YWPA:
Implementation of the Florida secondary school redesign act
amendment• Algebra 1 – The EOC assessment must be passed in
order to earn credit for the course• Geometry – The EOC assessment must be passed in
order to earn credit for the course• Biology 1 - The EOC assessment must be passed in
order to earn credit for the course• Algebra 2 – Required for graduation• Chemistry or Physics – Or equivalent science
course required for graduation• U.S. History – The EOC assessment will be 30% of
all students’ final grade for the course going forward
PSAT SAT ACT
Benefits of taking these:
ElectivesMiddle SchoolSpanish
Computers
Dance
Journalism/Yearbook
Physical Education
Drama
Florida Virtual School
Gifted
High School SAT/ACT Prep
Spanish
Personal Fitness
Chorus
AP Art Studio
Debate
Dual Enrollment
AP Psychology
Executive Internship
Florida Virtual School
Art Club Chess Club Chorus Environmental Club Future Educators of America Key Club Math Club National Honor Society Newspaper Club Poetry S.A.D.D Club Spanish Club Student Government Women of Tomorrow Yearbook Club
Clubs
Brunch Prom Grad Bash Winter Ball Senior Week
Senior Activities
In- house
Community
Internships
College Road Trip
Scholarship Money Earned by the Classes of 2010, 2011, 2012 & 2013
$3,000,000
$2,000,000
$1,500,000
$1,000,000
$500,000
$100,000
CLASSES 2010, 2011, 2012 & 2013
TOTAL NUMBER OF GRADUATES = 78
Graduating Seniors
• University of Miami• Hamilton College• Syracuse University• Purdue University• Dade Honors College• Florida International University• University of Denver• Santa Fe College• Miami International University
of Art and Design• Mount Holyoke College• Smith College• University of Central Florida• University of Florida• Florida Agricultural &
Mechanical University• Loyola University• Wilson and Smith University
U.S. News and World Report – GOLD 2012 & 2013Best High Schools - Ranked #25(2013) #26(2012) Nationally, #5(2013) #2(2012) in the State & #9(2013) #5(2012) Magnet School
The Washington Post –High School Challenge Ranking #14(2013)#8(2012)
MAGNET Schools of America – 2012 School of DistinctionAward & 2013 School of Excellence Award
Contact Isis Gottlieb at:◦ [email protected]◦ (305) 575-1200 ext. 2111◦ Rose Emily Milian◦ [email protected]◦ 305-575-1200 ext. 2103
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