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GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- Classes of 2023 and Beyond Flyer
- Ohio Graduation Requirements (more detailed information)
- East Knox Specific Requirements (Page 3)
Graduation Seal Options
Seal
Requirements
State-Defined Seals
Science
Earn a score of 3 or higher on the Biology state test; or earn a grade of B or higher in an advanced science course
Citizenship
Earn a score of 3 or higher on both the US History and Government state tests; or earn a grade of B or higher in US History and Government courses
OhioMeansJobs Readiness Seal
Complete the OMJ Readiness Seal validation form
College-Ready Seal
Earn remediation-free scores on the ACT (English-18; Reading-22; Math-22)
Military Enlistment Seal
Provide evidence you have enlisted in a branch of the US Armed Forces or participate in JROTC
Industry-Recognized Credential Seal
Earn an approved industry-recognized credential at the Career Center
Honors Diploma Seal
Meet 6 of 7 criteria set by ODE
Technology
Earn a B or higher in an appropriate class taken through CCP
Locally-Defined Seals
Community Service Seal
- Students will complete 60 total hours from grades 9-12 (not to include hours completed for family members/friends)
- Service must be approved by principal or guidance counselor prior to beginning
- Students must submit log of completed hours signed by supervisor to Guidance Office upon completion of activity
Fine and Performing Arts Seal
- Students will earn 3 credits of Fine Arts (can be a combination of band, choir, art, and/or music courses)
- Students will participate in one sanctioned competition/event per credit such as winter band concert, solo and ensemble, East Knox Art Show, Governor’s Art Show, or Mount Vernon Music and Arts Festival
- Membership in Marching Band and/or Art Club in year(s) when receiving band/art credit
Student Engagement Seal
- Students must participate in three seasons of a sport or three years of a school sponsored organization from grades 9-12
- Student must complete season/year and maintain good standing with regards to attendance, eligibility, and participation as applicable
Service Log for Community Service SealVolunteer Opportunities (list provided by United Way of Knox County)Testing InformationAll juniors will take the ACT at East Knox in the spring (KCCC students will test at KCCC). CCP students will receive letters with details regarding pre-test information and test times.ACT Practice Exam and Scoring Instructions *Use ODE2017 to access both documents*End of Course Practice Exams - You will have the option to practice any of the tests.End of Course Review MaterialsAlgebra - Study GuideGeometry - Study GuideEnglish Language Arts II - Sample Questions and AnswersBiology - Study GuideAmerican History - Study Guide