Graduation Cords: 
Students are eligible to earn a graduation cord in recognition of longevity and success in a program of study. To earn a cord, these four requirements must be achieved:

1. Students must have 3 or more years in a coherent course sequence

2. Students must earn 4 or more credits in a coherent course sequence

3. Students must be in a senior level class of this course sequence during their senior year 4. Students must complete a capstone project during their senior year that relates to the coherent course sequence; the capstone experience may include one of the following options:

· An internship experience

· A research project

· A senior project with a presentation to a teacher and members of the community

· Participation in at least one dual credit course with an end of year presentation given

· Cross-curricular research project

· Digital portfolio – a collection of high school successes and Endorsement experiences

· An approved competitive event or certification with an external presentation and evaluation

Note: Capstone projects are designed and developed collaboratively with the student and with their program of study teacher, or, with an assigned faculty member. In addition, seniors earning a graduation cord must be articulated and matriculated into post high school education or workforce. Students are responsible to notify their program of study teacher in January that they
are eligible to receive a graduation cord and are required to cover the cost of each cord.