GPA Conversion and Payment – Student Ranking – Grading System – National Honor Society – Honor/Merit Rolls/Grading System – Honor Graduates
GPA Conversion and Payment
Hudson Falls High School partners with several local colleges/universities so our students may earn college credits while in high school (dual-credit). Students, please discuss with your counselor for more information regarding course options and fees for these classes. Financial aid is available for all the college classes if you meet the criteria from each of the colleges.
- English 101
- Affiliated College/University: SUNY Adirondack
- College/University Course Title: Intro to College Writing
- $213 ($71 per credit)
- English 102
- Affiliated College/University: SUNY Adirondack
- College/University Course Title: Academic Writing
- $213 ($71 per credit)
- French 4
- Affiliated College/University: SUNY Adirondack
- College/University Course Title: Intermediate French
- $213 ($71 per credit)
- Psychology 101**
- Affiliated College/University: SUNY Adirondack
- College/University Course Title: General Psychology
- $213 ($71 per credit)
- Psychology 222**
- Affiliated College/University: SUNY Adirondack
- College/University Course Title: Developmental Psychology
- $213 ($71 per credit)
- Sociology**
- Affiliated College/University: SUNY Adirondack
- College/University Course Title: Principles of Sociology
- $213 ($71 per credit)
- Sociology 211**
- Affiliated College/University: SUNY Adirondack
- College/University Course Title: Criminology
- $213 ($71 per credit)
- Math 121
- Affiliated College/University: SUNY Adirondack
- College/University Course Title: Precalculus: Algebra
- $213 ($71 per credit)
- Math 125
- Affiliated College/University: SUNY Adirondack
- College/University Course Title: Precalculus: Trigonometry
- $213 ($71 per credit)
- Business
- Affiliated College/University: SUNY Adirondack
- College/University Course Title: Personal Finance
- $213 ($71 per credit)
- Social Studies
- Affiliated College/University: Syracuse University/SUPA
- College/University Course Title: American History to 1865
- $345 ($115 per credit)
- Social Studies
- Affiliated College/University: Syracuse University/SUPA
- College/University Course Title: American History since 1865
- $345 ($115 per credit)
- Social Studies
- Affiliated College/University: Syracuse University/SUPA
- College/University Course Title: Advanced Economics Idea & Issues
- $345 ($115 per credit)
- Social Studies
- Affiliated College/University: Syracuse University/SUPA
- College/University Course Title: Public Policy
- $345 ($115 per credit)
- Spanish
- Affiliated College/University: SUNY Albany
- College/University Course Title: Intermediate Spanish 1
- $160
- Spanish
- Affiliated College/University: SUNY Albany
- College/University Course Title: Intermediate Spanish 2
- $160
*Fees subject to change each year.
**Offered online only
Student Ranking
Students will be ranked in their class on the basis of “weighted” grades giving greater emphasis to more difficult courses. For students starting with the class of 2010, a composite index average will be used to determine class rank. The composite index will be comprised of the quality point average for the course work included in the advanced Regents diploma requirements added to the straight arithmetic mean. Courses with the highest quality point total will be automatically substituted for students with course work that is in excess of the advanced Regents diploma requirements. For the purpose of honor roll and academic average, a straight arithmetic mean of grades will be used. Physical education and driver education courses are not factored into class rank. Below is listed the numerical weighting of each class, as categorized by 2 levels of difficulty:
Level 1 and 2 Courses
If you do not see a course listed, please ask your guidance counselor.
Level 1 Courses:
- English 9R
- English 10R
- English 11R
- English 12
- Public Speaking
- Survey of Humanities
- Chlidren’s Literature
- Earth Science
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Environmental Science
- Explorations in STEM
- Forensics
- Food Science
- Intro to Agriculture
- Animal Science
- Plant Science
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Creative Cooking
- Gourmet Foods
- International Foods
- Accounting
- Business Math
- Business Computer Apps
- Sports Marketing
- Social Studies 9R
- Social Studies 10R
- Social Studies 11R
- Social Studies 12
- Vietnam War
- Civil Rights in America
- Psychology
- Sociology
- French 1, 2, 3
- Spanish 1, 2, 3
- Hispanic Appreciation
- Flavors of Latin America
- Hispanic Appreciation
- Band
- Choir
- Orchestra
- Music Appreciation
- Studio in Art
- Studio in Drawing & Painting
- Exploration of Art
- Advertising Design 1 & 2
- Ceramics
- Advanced Ceramics
- Photography 1 & 2
- Advanced Art
- Printmaking
- Watercolor
- Advanced Ceramics
- Sculpture
- Algebra 1
- Algebra 1A
- Algebra 1B
- Geometry
- Applied Math
- Algebra 2
- Algebra 2A
- Algebra 2B
- Pre-Calculus
- Computer Programming
- Applied Math
- Manufacturing Systems
- Energy Systems
- Design & Drawing 1 & 2
- Pre-Engineering
- Power Mechanics
- Introduction to Engineering
- Design CIMS
- Health
- Physical Education
- Lifeguarding, American Red Cross Certification
- All BOCES CTE Courses
Level 2 Courses:
- English 9 H
- English 10 H
- English 11 H
- English 12 AP
- English 101/102
- Advanced Biology
- Earth Science Honors
- Physics
- Science Research
- World History 9 H
- World History 10 AP
- College American History 103/104
- Intro to Public Policy (SUPA)
- Economic Ideas and Issues (SUPA)
- French 4, 5
- Spanish 4, 5
- IB courses
- New Visions
- Algebra 1H
- Geometry H
- Algebra 2H
- Pre-Calculus H
- AP Pre-Calc
- AP Calculus
- AP Computer Science
- ECHS Adv. Manufacturing College Courses
- ECHS IT Systems College Courses
- Intro to Personal Finance (SUNY ADK)
Grading System
Hudson Falls has a numerical grading system that runs from 0-100, with 65 as passing. Both rank and cumulative averages are calculated using all courses, including accelerated courses from eighth grade. Hudson Falls has been creating sealed transcripts that communicate student performance with an unweighted grade point average (GPA) and weighted rank. Courses listed in this guide with an asterisk (*) are weighted in the weighted GPA calculation. Class rank is based on a weighted average. Student GPA is an unweighted average.
National Honor Society
The Sandy Hill Chapter of the National Honor Society enrolls new students in the fall. The selection process is outlined below.
- A list of academically eligible students is generated by the guidance office. The minimum academic standard is an 87 cumulative GPA. This minimum must be applied fairly and consistently to all candidates.
- Students who are eligible scholastically (“candidates”) are notified that for further consideration for selection to the chapter, they must complete the Student Activity Information Form. For consideration, students must:
– Demonstrate volunteer hours (service)
– Demonstrate an excellent record of behavior (character) in and out of school
– Demonstrate leadership roles in school and/or community activities (leadership)
– Be enrolled as an 11th- or 12th-grade student - The actual selection of new members will be made by a vote of the appointed members of the Faculty Council. All faculty members will be invited to make comments on candidates. The Faculty Council may take this information into consideration when reviewing the candidates. In addition, attendance and disciplinary referral records will be reviewed by the Faculty Council. Personal interviews for membership consideration may be conducted if the Faculty Council chooses to do so. Candidates are rated on an objective rubric and those that meet the minimum score established by the faculty council should be invited for induction into the chapter. Those candidates who are not selected may be eligible for induction the following year if the criteria is met at that time.
- Prior to notification of any candidates, the principal may be informed of the results for the purpose of administrative approval.
- Formal notification of all selected students and their parents is recommended and will include information about the induction ceremony. Notification of candidates not selected will be timely and considerate.
- Membership will not be officially bestowed until the candidate takes part in the induction. NHS members are required to maintain an 87% GPA, log 15 service hours per year, and continue to show good character and leadership skills.
Honor/Merit Rolls/Grading System
Academic accomplishments are recognized each marking period. All courses will be considered, using an unweighted average. Academic recognition listings are as follows:
- Honor Roll: 89.445-100.000
- Merit Roll: 84.445-89.444
Honor Graduates
Honors grads are recognized each year in May. Honor grads maintain a 90% or higher cumulative GPA (weighted) through the end of third quarter of senior year.