State Honors and Distinctions:
Graduating with Distinction
CMCSS students earning diplomas will be recognized on the graduation program as graduating with distinction by attaining an 80% cumulative average and completing at least one of the following:
Earning an industry credential that was on the list promoted by the Tennessee Department of Education at the time the student earned it
Participating in at least one (1) of the Governor’s Schools
Participating in one (1) of the state’s All-State Arts Organizations
Earning statewide recognition or an award at a skill- or knowledge-based state tournament, convention, or competition hosted by a statewide student organization, and/or qualifying for national recognition by a national student organization
Being selected as a National Merit Finalist or Semi-Finalist
Attaining a composite score of thirty-one (31) or higher on the ACT or SAT equivalent
Attaining a score of three (3) or higher on at least two (2) Advanced Placement (AP) exams
Attaining a score of E/e or higher on at least two (2) Cambridge International Education A or AS exams
Earning twelve (12) or more semester hours of postsecondary credit
Volunteer Recognition Policy
Students completing 10 hours of volunteer service each semester beginning in 9th grade will be recognized at graduation by receiving a pin for their service. The hours must be compiled and turned into the school counseling office each semester of high school. https://employees.cmcss.net/misc/ViewISO?filename=INS-A078.pdf
Tennessee Tri-Star Scholar
A student who earns a composite score of nineteen (19) or higher on the ACT, or an equivalent score on the SAT, and earns a capstone industry certification as promoted by the Department of Education, will be recognized as a Tennessee Tri-Star Scholar at graduation. from high school. A student who fulfills the requirements of the Tennessee work ethic distinction program will also be recognized as a Tennessee Tri-Star Scholar at graduation.
CMCSS Industry 4.0 Diploma Distinction
The Industry 4.0 Diploma Distinction honors students who pursue a career in a high-need, high-skill industry while still in high school. To earn the distinction, students will be required to complete 9 courses in aligned dual enrollment and/or work-based learning (WBL) placements during their junior and senior year, as well as meet monthly with a career coach. Students who plan to earn this distinction must complete an intent form and submit it to their counselor no later than Jan 15 their sophomore year of high school.
The Seal of Biliteracy Award
The seal of biliteracy award provides recognition to students who have demonstrated proficiency in two or more languages by high school graduation. Information including requirements and benefits can be found at https://www.volstateseal.org/ . If you are interested in earning a seal of biliteracy, you should plan to begin meeting the requirements beginning with your 9th grade year.