HBUHSD Academic Recognition Program -
Required Course of Study
Based on 7th semester GPA requirements
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Additional HBUHSD Graduation Recognition Requirements
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Required
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Scholar with Expertise
Meets CSU minimum requirements
White Cord
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Scholar with Honors
Exceeds CSU requirements
Gold Cord
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Scholar with Distinction
Meets UC recommendations
Gold Stowel
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Summa Cum Laude
Red Robe
A cumulative 7th semester GPA of 4.40+
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GPA Criteria
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gr 10 - 12 GPA of 2.5+
in all “a-g” courses
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gr 10 - 12 GPA of 3.0+
in all “a-g” courses
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gr 10 - 12 GPA of 3.6+
in all “a-g” courses
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Magna Cum Laude Red Robe
A 7th semester cumulative GPA of 4.00 - 4.39
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Letter Grade
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Earn a grade of C or better in “a-g”courses
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Earn a grade of C or better in “a-g”courses
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Earn a grade of C or better in “a-g”courses
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Seal of BiliteracyTeal Cord
1. Demonstrate English Proficiency:
One of the following:
Coursework: GPA of 3.0+ in all English Language Arts courses required for graduation.
OR
Assessment:
- CAASPP ELA (Grade 11): Score “Standard Met” or higher.
- AP English Exam: Score of 3+.
- IB English Exam: Score of 4+.
- SAT EBRW Section: Score of 480+.
English Learners only (additional requirement):
- ELPAC: Overall oral language score of Level 4.
AND
2. Demonstrate Proficiency in a Language Other than English:
One of the following:
Coursework: Four years of high school-level world language with 3.0+ GPA and oral proficiency.
OR
Assessment:
- AP World Language Exam: Score of 3+.
- IB World Language Exam: Score of 4+.
- ACTFL WPT & OPI: Intermediate Mid or higher.
- District Exam: Proficient or higher in speaking, reading, and writing.
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Character
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Academic Honesty
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Academic Honesty
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Academic Honesty
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COURSES
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LOTE
(Language other than
English)
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2 levels
(same language)
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2 levels
(same language)
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3 levels
(same language)
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Advanced Math
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3 years including Algebra 2
or Data Science
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4 years
(4th year beyond Algebra 2)
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4 years, plus 1 year beyond
Algebra 2 or Data Science
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Lab Science
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2 Years
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2 Years
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2 Years
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VPA
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1 Year
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1 Year
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1 Year
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CTE Pathway Completion Royal Blue Cord
Completion of a CTE Pathway sequence with a “C” average or better in pathway classes
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Additional
Scholars must also
complete all diploma
requirements
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Concentration Area
Three years
(6 semesters) with grades of B or better from one of these areas:
Agriculture
Athletics
Business/Computers
Family/Consumer Studies
Industrial Technology
Leadership
Performing Arts
Visual Arts
Approved Career Focus
MUN
CIBACS
Career Technical Ed
AVID
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AP Courses -
4 year long courses
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Artistic Literacy Chartreuse Cord
- Overall GPA of 2.0 or higher
- GPA of 3.0 or higher in all arts courses
- Completion of 2-3 years of arts education
- At least 1 advanced level of coursework
- Participate in or display of artworks through performance or
exhibit
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