Tennessee Scholars Requirements  

                  Freshman Class of  2008  

To become a Tennessee Scholar students complete a demanding high school curriculum that emphasizes "on level" and above courses in mathematics, science, social studies, language arts (English and foreign language), and computer literacy. The program also stresses the importance of attendance and dependability. In addition to meeting all State Board of Education graduation requirements, Tennessee Scholars must complete the following course requirements and additional expectional in order to receive this Honor of Distinction:

• 4 English courses
• 4 Mathematics courses (Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry and one higher level math course)
• 3 Science courses (Biology I and Chemistry plus 1 higher science, Physics recommended and preferred)
• 3 Social Studies(History,Government and Economics)
• 1 Fine Arts
• 2 Foreign Language courses in the same language
• 2 Career Technical Education courses (One must be in a computer applications area)
• Dual credit and online courses are acceptable.     

• 40 hours of Community Service
• Overall "C" average
• 95% attendance each year
• No out-of-school suspensions
• Tennessee Scholars must pass all exit exams

• Career Technical Schools, Community Colleges, the Board of Regents Universities and the University of Tennessee.
  
• It also fully considers the manufacturing and service industries in Tennessee and the trainable workforce needed for continuing their operations or new industry.
  
• This Tennessee Standard will allow students to pursue academic excellence to enter colleges, universities, or the technical workforce.