Jeff Sudduth, Guidance Counselor
256-747-2286
jsudduth@winstonk12.org

Congratulations to:
Jayla Robinson -The Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Conference Representative

Cade Cooper - The Alabama Youth Leadership Program Conference representative

Dylan Feezell - The Cullman Electric Cooperative Montgomery Youth Tour representative.

Links

Apply for student aid at FAFSA.gov
Learn more about the ACT TEST
Alabama Commission on Higher Education
The College Board
Alabama College System
Alabama Student Loan Program - KHEAA

Diploma Requirements

Students are required to have at least 24 credits to graduate. Credits are earned during 9th -12th grades. Credit classes are given a half credit each semester. At the end of a student’s 8th grade year, it is time for parents and students to choose a plan for which diploma track the students will take. It is important to make an informed decision, so the following information has been provided to assist in making a decision:

Students will take the required four core subjects each year from 9th -12th grade; however, there are some distinct differences in the specific courses that may be taken. Also there are different electives provided and/or required according to the diploma choice.

If any credit classes are failed, credit is not given for those classes; therefore, classes will need to be made up through summer school or correspondence courses. One requirement for Advanced Diploma is that all classes must be taken on campus.

Students must pass all parts of the Alabama High School Graduation Exam in order to graduate for both the Standard and Advance Diploma.

Students who choose the Standard Diploma Track will attend the Winston County Technical Center during their 10th, 11th, and 12th grade years.

Graduation Exam Dates

The Alabama High School Graduation Exam will be given this fall for the following students:
· Students who finished high school and need to take any exams
· 12th grade – as needed
· 10th grade – math test for students who passed Algebra I in 9th grade
· 10th grade – science test for those who passed biology in 9th grade
· 11th grade – any students who were absent during the March testing