Student Resources

Welcome to the Student Resources page. Wherever you are in your journey, whether it be getting through high school, researching colleges or trade schools, or jumping head first into your career, we aim to ensure that you have all the tools required to achieve success.

Graduating High School

Post-Secondary
Readiness

Internships, Workforce, &
Military


Graduating High School


Graduation
Requirements


End of Course
Test Prep


CTE Classes


Language
Development

According to the Texas Education Agency, students who entered high school before the 2014-2015 school year have the option to graduate under the new Foundation High School Program or the existing Minimum High School Program (MHSP), Recommended High School Program (RHSP), or Distinguished Achievement Program (DAP). Additional important information is available in the TEA Graduation Toolkit.
Information on all current graduation program requirements is featured in the following table:

Discipline Foundation HSP RHSP DAP
English
Language
Arts		 Four Credits:
  • English I
  • English II
  • English III
  • An advanced
    English course
 Four Credits:
  • English I
  • English II
  • English III
  • English IV
 Four Credits:
  • English I
  • English II
  • English III
  • English IV
Mathematics Three Credits:
  • Algebra I
  • Geometry
  • An advanced math
    course
 Four Credits:
  • Algebra I
  • Algebra II
  • Geometry
  • An additional math
    credit
 Four Credits:
  • Algebra I
  • Algebra II
  • Geometry
  • An additional math
    credit
Science Three Credits:
  • Biology
  • IPC or an advanced
    science course
  • An advanced
    science course
 Four Credits:
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • An additional
    science credit
 Four Credits:
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • An additional
    science credit
Social
Studies		 Three Credits:
  • U.S. History
  • U.S. Government
    (one-half credit)
  • Economics
    (one-half credit)
  • World History or
    World Geography
 Four Credits:
  • U.S. History (one
    credit)
  • U.S. Government
    (one-half credit)
  • Economics
    (one-half credit)
  • World History
    (one credit)
  • World Geography
    (one credit)
 Four Credits:
  • U.S. History (one
    credit)
  • U.S. Government
    (one-half credit)
  • Economics
    (one-half credit)
  • World History
    (one credit)
  • World Geography
    (one credit)
Physical Education One credit One credit One credit
Languages
Other Than
English		 Two credits in the same language

Two credits from Computer Science I, II, and III (other substitutions)
*If you have completed a dual language
program, this counts as one credit. 		Two credits in the
same language		 Three credits in the
same language
Fine Arts One credit One credit One credit
Speech Demonstrated
proficiency in speech
skills		 One-half credit from
either of the following:
  • Communication
    Applications
  • Professional
    Communications
    (CTE)
 One-half credit from
either of the following:
  • Communication
    Applications
  • Professional
    Communications
    (CTE)
Electives Five credits Five and one-half credits Four and one-half credits
Total Credits 22 26 26

Additional information on graduation plans and endorsements available on the Texas Education Agency website here.

The five EOC exams are Algebra I, English I, English II, Biology, and U.S. History.

Assessed
Curriculum		 Blueprint Released Test
Questions
Math Algebra I 2023
Reading
Language
Arts		 2023 English I
2023 English II 		English I 2023
English II 2023 		Released Test
Questions
Science Biology 2023
Social Studies U.S. History 2023



Career and Technical Education (CTE) offers students the opportunity to learn more about fields they are interested in pursuing as careers. Many CTE courses align to certain graduation endorsement plans, so talk to your counselor about what classes you are interested in registering for and how those courses can benefit your personal goals.

To find CTE programs of study available in high schools across the state of Texas, check out the Texas Career and Technical Education Map Application

Approved Statewide CTE Programs of Study

  • Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources: Agribusiness, Animal Science, Applied Agricultural Engineering, Environmental and Natural Resources, Food Science and Technology, and Plant Science.
  • Architecture and Construction:Architectural Design, Carpentry, Construction Management and Inspection, Electrical, HVAC and Sheet Metal, Masonry, and Plumbing and Pipefitting.
  • Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications: Graphic Design and Multimedia Arts and Digital Communications.
  • Business, Marketing, and Finance: Accounting and Financial Services, Business Management, Entrepreneurship, and Marketing and Sales.
  • Education and Training: Early Learning and Teaching and Training. Energy: Oil and Gas Exploration and Production and Refining and Chemical Processes.
  • Health Science:Exercise Science and Wellness, Health Informatics, Healthcare Therapeutic, Medical Therapy, and Nursing Science.
  • Hospitality and Tourism:Culinary Arts, Lodging and Resort Management, and Travel, Tourism and Attractions.
  • Human Services: Family and Community Services and Health and Wellness.
  • Information Technology:Information Technology Support and Services, Networking Systems, and Web Development.
  • Law and Public Service:Emergency Services, Government and Public Administration, Law Enforcement, and Legal Studies.
  • Manufacturing: Advanced Manufacturing and Machinery Mechanics, Manufacturing Technology, and Welding.
  • Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics: Biomedical Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, Programming and Software Development, and Renewable Energy.
  • Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics:Automotive, Aviation Maintenance, Diesel and Heavy Equipment, and Distribution and Logistics.
Note: Availability varies by school district; visit your school district’s website for more information.

Industry-Based Certifications (IBCs)

Industry-Based Certifications help students who take them prepare for success in post-secondary education, the workforce and military. These certification exams can be taken following the successful completion of a linked CTE course. This PDF offers a list of potential IBCs that students can earn throughout high school.

Generation Citizen

Information for students to engage in civics education.

Youth Participatory Action Research

Information for students to participate in action research that is community based.


Visit the TEA Website for more information.

Duolingo

Learn over 30 languages online or app in short lessons.

English Media Lab Homepage

Exercises for all emergent bilingual students including grammar and pronunciation exercises, vocabulary videos, and interactive quizzes.

English Online Resources

List of resources to learn English and grow in areas of listening, speaking and writing.

ESL Games World

List of interactive links for ESL students to learn across different content.

High School English Parents’ Guide to Student Success

Information available in Spanish
An overview of what a child will learn in high school in English language arts.

High School Math Parents' Guide to Student Success

Information available in Spanish
An overview of what a child will learn in high school in mathematics.

How Stuff Works

Articles broken down by subject along with games, quizzes, and videos

Learn That Word

Review a list of Greek and Latin morphemes, meanings, and sample words and definitions.

ReadWriteThink: Comic Creator

A variety of fun, interactive writing activities, including the Comic Creator. Students can fill in comics with their own words and storylines.

Scholastic

Educational books and activities for students of all grade levels.

TexQuest

Digital resources for students and families.

Virtual Tours of Famous Museums

Video tours of museums from London to Seoul.