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System Used in Calculating the GPA
CPA Grading Scale
QUALITY POINTS Letter Grade Numerical CP Honors AP
A + |
97-100 |
4.0 |
4.5 |
5.0 |
A |
93-96 |
4.0 |
4.5 |
5.0 |
A- |
90-92 |
3.7 |
4.2 |
4.7 |
B + |
87-89 |
3.3 |
3.8 |
4.3 |
B |
83-86 |
3.0 |
3.5 |
4.0 |
B- |
80-82 |
2.7 |
3.2 |
3.7 |
C + |
77-79 |
2.3 |
2.8 |
3.3 |
C |
73-76 |
2.0 |
2.5 |
3.0 |
C- |
70-72 |
1.7 |
2.2 |
2.7 |
D + |
68-69 |
1.3 |
1.8 |
2.3 |
D |
66-67 |
1.0 |
1.5 |
2.0 |
D- |
65 |
0.7 |
1.2 |
1.7 |
F |
|
0-64 |
0 |
0 |
school career at CPA. Grades for upper school courses taken in middle school( Algebra, Geometry, or World Language) are shown on the transcript but do not reduce the 24 credits required for graduation. In addition, grades received in these courses are not included in the cumulative upper school GPA or in class ranking.
The cumulative GPA released to colleges in the fall of the senior year is based upon six semesters and is adjusted after the seventh semester( fall of senior year). Highly selective colleges will use the seventh semester transcript in their enrollment decisions. All college transcripts are accompanied by a school profile and a copy of our grading scale.
RANK IN CLASS Class rank is determined based on a 4.0 scale, with quality points added to the semester grade score( 0.5 quality points for Honors and 1.0 quality points for Advanced Placement courses). This information is for CPA use only, and is not shared with other schools or individuals.
Only CPA courses are used to determine class rank. At least 50 percent of a student’ s credits must be earned at CPA and must include the first semester of the senior year to be designated as valedictorian or salutatorian. To be eligible, a student must have arrived at CPA by the beginning of the second semester of their Sophomore year. Class rankings are calculated utilizing grades earned at CPA through the end of the first semester of Senior year.
Admission to Honors and AP Courses
Enrollment in an honors or AP course requires a teacher recommendation from the subject teacher at the time of registration. In the absence of a teacher recommendation, students and parents must complete and submit a recommended course override form.
DIPLOMAS There are three types of diplomas: College Preparatory, Honors, and I Learning Services.
COLLEGE PREPARATORY DIPLOMA The College Preparatory Diploma will be awarded to students who earn the specified 24 units of credit for graduation.
HONORS DIPLOMA In order to qualify for an Honors Diploma, a student must meet the requirements for a College Preparatory Diploma, with a minimum cumulative Christ Presbyterian Academy GPA of 3.5. In addition, at least 14 credits must be taken at the Honors or AP level.
THE INSTITUTE FOR CULTURAL ENGAGEMENT( TICE)
The Institute consists of Centers that allow upper school students to explore diverse fields and career paths, while using design thinking to discover their unique design and divine purpose. Each Center will offer interdisciplinary project-based courses that focus on problem solving, critical thinking, and collaborative learning. Students will have the opportunity to participate in competitive internships, collaborative competitions, travel study, and enriched programming. Rising freshman and sophomores may apply for Center membership after completing their gateway Center course. Students can earn endorsements on their diploma in the following areas:
• Center for Law and Advocacy- Endorsements in Law, Non-Profit, and Global Studies
• Center for Inquiry and Design- Endorsements in Computer Science, Engineering & Architecture, and Biomedical Science
• Center for Production and Performance- Endorsements in Theatre, Visual Arts, Film, Instrumental Music, Songwriting, and Voice Performance
• Center for Visual Media and Publication- Endorsements in Visual Design, Sports Broadcasting, Film, Graphic Design, Photography, and Print Production
• Center for Business and Entrepreneurship- Endorsements in Music Business, Entrepreneurship, and Business Management
UPPER SCHOOL FAILURE / SUMMER SCHOOL POLICY A student who receives a grade of F in any course may be required to retake the failed semester of that course in summer school.
Any student who needs to recover credit due to a course failure must
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