Strafford Strong Start Strong Be Strong Stay Strong Finish Strong STRAFFORD STRONG
Expectations Cell Phones Tardies Attendance Teaching Soft Skills
Soft Skill Expectations
Time Management Communication Work Ethic Attendance Problem Solving
Athletics-Mr. Killingsworth For Questions about Athletics/NCAA/NAIA/MISSHA
Contact: Mr. Killingsworth. Email: dustyk@straffordschools.net It is important to start early and make sure you have a plan in place!!
Below are helpful links if your student is interested in playing NCAA/NAIA. NCAA: ● NCAA eligibility rules and academic requirements Information ● NCAA Initial Eligibility Flyer ● NCAA Division I Flyer ● NCAA Division II Flyer NAIA: ● Early Decision and Freshman Requirements ● Guide for the College-Bound Student-Athlete ● NAIA Fee Waiver Guide ● Find Your Pat
Students should also utilize the “Resources” tab found on their PlayNAIA account for all information regarding NAIA eligibility.
SHS Library
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AI Use and Expectations
Start Strong
Students are starting fresh with grades, teachers, classes, etc. It is a new beginning!
A transcript is a record of all grades throughout the four years. At the end of each semester (Dec. and May) students will receive a grade for each class. The final grade goes on the high school transcript (record). The grade received has a point value (ex: A=4.0; A-=3.67; B+=3.33, . . . D-=.67; F = 0.) The points cumulate (running total) over the four years. This becomes the grade point average and remains on the transcript permanently.
Graduation Requirements
English - 4 credits English I, II, III, IV or College English Mathematics - 3 credits Algebra I (1), Math Electives (2) Social Studies - 3 credits American History (1), World History (1), Civics (1) Science - 3 credits Physical Science (1), Biology (1), Chemistry or Earth Science (1)
Fine Arts - 1 credit (Art, Theater, Choir, Band, Guitar, Stagecraft, Theatre Management) Practical Arts - 1 credit Nutrition, Child Dev., Business, Multimedia, Ag Science, Construction, etc. Personal Finance - .5 Physical Education - 1 credit Health - .5 credit Electives - 8 credits
Total credits: 25 Foreign Language is not required to graduate.
Suggested Credits for Entering 4 Year University
4 credits: English 4 credits: Mathematics
Algebra I (1) and 3 math courses above (i.e. courses: Algebra I; Geometry, Algebra II, College Algebra, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus/Calculus). Pre-Algebra is not included. 3 credits: Social Studies 3 credits: Science • Specified Core Electives 2 units of one foreign language (Spanish) and/or English, Math, Science, Social Studies. *Check college freshmen entrance requirement due to recent changes. NOTE: Some major universities may require 2 Foreign Language credits in the same language. (i.e. MU, MO S&T, UMKC, UMSL)
9th Grade Classes English I American History Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Geometry Physical Science (girls/boys) Health and Personal Finance
Elective class Elective class
Health/Personal Finance Over the Summer
OTC
If your student took Health Online, over the summer, they are required to take Personal Finance NEXT SUMMER, 2026!
Grade Point Average Does it really matter? Y E S!!! Y E S!!! Y E S!!!
A+ program (money for college) – 2.5 gpa Participating in extracurricular activities
***MSHSAA requirements to participate in sports or extracurricular events: must pass 6 of the 7 classes. It is based on the prior semester upon entering the particular sport. Attending the OTC program junior or senior year Dual Enrollment – taking college classes at high school (3.0 min for most classes, College Eng. 3.25 gpa) Scholarships and college requirements NCAA or NAIA requirements (athletic eligibility to play at the college level)
A+ Scholarship A+ is a state sponsored program that provides the opportunity to earn FREE TUITION at a Missouri Community College or State Technical Colleges. Sign an A+ Student Agreement
Be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident Attend an A+ Designated High School Upon graduation must have a minimum of 2.5 or higher cumulative GPA Maintain a 95% or higher attendance over 4 years Score advanced or proficient on the Algebra I EOC Perform a minimum of 50 hours of tutoring (complete 11th or 12th grade at SHS) Have good citizenship and avoid unlawful use of drugs and alcohol Complete the FAFSA your senior year
College and Career Readiness
College and Career Readiness Career Pathways
Help focus students with a plan of action Flexible - Nothing set in stone All lead to a path of high school graduation Pathways include:
Human Services Health Science Industrial and Engineering Tech
Arts and Communication Health Science Agriculture
Open House
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