Warsaw Community High School

We recommend the courses below to maximize preparation for 4-year college enrollment after high school. 

Counselors will work closely with students and families to identify courses that count toward the Indiana College Core (ICC), a block of 30 college credits that can transfer to any public Indiana college.
 

• ICC-approved courses are clearly marked in student course planning guides.
• Families and/or students can also request a meeting with their counselor to review ICC progress (or any other question/concern) at any point.

At this point, students who earn the enrollment honors plus seal will be automatically admitted (upon application) to Purdue University, Indiana University, Ball State University, University of Southern Indiana, Vincennes University, Indiana State University and Ivy Tech.  Additional colleges and universities may be added at a later date.

The new diploma encourages flexibility. Students will begin building a four-year graduation plan during freshman year, but they are not locked in to one path. As they explore different courses and activities, they’ll have opportunities to try new things and shift direction if needed. Counselors will guide students through 10th and 11th grade to help them refine their interests and diversify their schedule to keep multiple options open. Parents should consider Enrollment Employment Seals for well-rounded postsecondary options.

Although colleges outside of Indiana may not yet be familiar with the new diploma names/seals, they will still recognize the rigor of the coursework students complete.  For example:  AP classes, dual credit courses, and standardized test scores (SAT/ACT) will continue to be transferable to most schools and respected by colleges nationwide.

The redesigned diploma also allows students to demonstrate leadership, service and real-world experience—all of which are attractive to out-of-state colleges.

Students can take approved courses in high school that count for both high school and college credit.

Typically, students take these exams in their junior year, but early preparation is encouraged.

How can students get Work-Based Learning hours?

• Students can complete internships, apprenticeships, or part-time jobs related to their career interests. Many of these details/requirements are still being determined

How does attendance impact graduation?

•  Students must have no more than 3 unexcused absences in a school year to qualify for seals.

Can students graduate early?

• Yes, but they must earn a seal and complete all graduation requirements ahead of schedule.

What steps are needed for early graduation?

• Students should meet with their counselor early to map out a plan.

What if my student has an IEP? Will they still graduate with the same opportunities and options?

• Yes.  Every WCHS student, including those who do not have IEPs will have an individualized graduation plan that allows for different paths based on their strengths and needs. The new diploma system is designed to support all students.
  
  Counselors and special education staff will work together to ensure that students with IEPs can access the courses and experiences needed to meet graduation requirements.

What about DLI (Dual Language Immersion) students who have been in the program for several years?

There are a variety of ways that the DLI classes can apply their current and previous coursework to the new diploma, honors seals and pathways to ensure that students have a variety of options.  Counselors will help DLI students maintain their immersion coursework while also meeting all diploma requirements for their desired post-secondary goals.  Dual Language Immersion (DLI) students are projected to take the following high school courses:   

9th grade required courses (to receive Certificate of Multilingual Proficiency on their transcripts):  

• DLI AP Spanish: 2 semesters  (AP Credit)
• DLI Culture, History, & Media:  2 semesters

Anticipated 10th-12th grade offerings: (one course each year; offered through IUK) 

• Spanish 275 - Hispanic Culture & Conversation: 2 semesters (Dual Enrollment)
• Spanish 312 - Written Composition: 2 semesters (Dual Enrollment)
• Spanish 317 - Spanish Conversation & Diction 2 semesters (Dual Enrollment)
• Spanish 390 - Special Topics: 2 semesters (Dual Enrollment)
• Spanish 360 - Introduction to Hispanic Literature: 2 semesters (Dual Enrollment)