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 * Today's Objective:**


 * To remind the advisees of graduation requirements
 * To teach the advisees how to compute their GPA


 * Essential Questions:**
 * What does achieving a diploma mean?
 * What are the results of earning high scores/grades? Short-term results? Long-term results?


 * Class Format:** Small Groups


 * Time Allotment:** 15 minutes


 * Today's Activities:**
 * Graduation Requirements:
 * Review pages 48-53.
 * Discuss the differences:
 * Core Curriculum
 * Smart Core Curriculum
 * College-Prep Diploma
 * GPA Configuration:
 * Review the list of required courses.
 * Discuss the importance of scores: grades in the classroom, state-mandated tests, ACT. Grades result in scholarships = $$!
 * Complete the computation of John Doe's GPA.


 * Resources:**
 * //BHS Handbook//, pages 48-53
 * John Doe's Transcript