Graduation Plans & Endorsements
All students in the State of Texas begin their high school career on the Foundation High School Plan with an Endorsement (Distinguished Level of Achievement). After a learner’s sophomore year, and based on one’s individual instructional plan, the learner can elect to graduate on the Foundation High School Plan. There are considerations for post-secondary enrollment which need to be discussed with the learner and one’s parents prior to making that change. Learners who are considering this change will need to discuss it with their counselor.
Subject Area | Coppell High School Recommended Plan (DLA) For students planning on attending a 4-year college or university. | Foundation w/ Endorsement & Distinguished Level of Achievement (DLA) - 26 credits Note: The DLA is required to qualify for automatic admissions under the Texas top 10% provisions. CISD strongly recommends DLA | Foundation High School Program - 22 credits This plan can limit admission into a Texas 4-year college or university |
English | 4 Credits
| 4 Credits
| 4 Credits
|
Math | 4 Credits
| 4 Credits
(*If Math Models is taken, the class must be completed after Algebra I and prior to Algebra II) | 3 Credits
(*If Math Models is taken, the class must be completed after Algebra I) |
Science | 4 Credits
| 4 Credits
| 3 Credits
|
Social Studies | 4 Credits
| 3 or 4 Credits
| 3 or 4 Credits
|
Fine Art | 1 Fine Art Credit | 1 Fine Art Credit | 1 Fine Art Credit |
Foreign Language | 3 Credits of from the same language | 2 Credits from the same language | 2 Credits from the same language |
Physical Education | 1 Physical Education Credit | 1 Physical Education Credit | 1 Physical Education Credit |
Additional Courses | 5 Additional credits from core, fine arts, athletics, CTE, or other electives are encouraged based on interest. | 6 Credits (see course list) | 5 Credits (see course list) |
Total: | 26 Credits | 26 Credits | 22 Credits |