WHS  Information 

GENERAL TERMS AND INFORMATION

Advanced Placement - A standardized test taken by high school students, for which they may receive college credit if they pass.

Athletics/Activities - A student who intends to participate in any sport or MSHSAA activity (band, choir, cheer, dance, speech/debate, sports, etc.) must meet certain requirements. See the MSHSAA/High School Eligibility page for more information. 

Core Areas - Core areas include the subject areas of English, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies.

Dual Credit - Dual credit is provided by post-secondary institutions while taking courses at the high school. It is designed to deliver high quality college experiences to students. See the Dual Credit page for more information. 

Dual Enrollment - Dual enrollment occurs when a high school student takes a college course not offered as a dual credit class. See the Early College/Dual Enrollment page for more information. 

Elective - A course which a student chooses to take but is not specifically required for graduation. Elective credit is also earned by earning more credits than what is required in any other subject areas.

Grade Point Average (GPA) - The student's GPA will be figured on the basis of semester grades in all subjects. See the Credit, Grading, & GPA page for more information.

Prerequisite - A course that must be successfully completed before another related course may be taken.

Required Course - A course which is required by either the State Department of Education or Windsor High School for graduation.

Transcript - A transcript is an official record of a student's semester grades and standardized test scores. The school must have verbal or written permission of the student or his/her parents to send copies of transcripts.

Unit of Credit - One unit of credit is earned for successfully completing two semesters of work. Courses that meet for one semester earn 0.5 credits.