Programs of Study

Performance Based Diploma Program (PBD)

Students may enter, by application, the PBD Program and earn a high school diploma. This program is designed as an alternative to the credit-based high school diploma. The performance standards for graduation include three basic components:

• Pass the (FCAT) Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test
• Pass the GED
• Successfully complete six vocational courses, including certification under one area which indicates that the student is proficient for employment in a specific work area

One major focus of instruction will be on basic skills in language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies to prepare students for the FCAT and the GED. The second focus will be on vocational training which will enable students to become certified in a specific vocational skills area which leads to job entry placement and work experience program. A third focus will involve career counseling and acquisition of employability skills. It is important to understand that students in this diploma program are considered as regular students proceeding to a standard diploma. These students are eligible to participate in all activities and electives. Students interested in applying for this program should contact their guidance counselor.

Tech Prep Program - website

The Tech Prep/School-to-Work System is a college preparatory program where the students learn technical skills integrated with academic courses that prepare them for the workplace. Students are encouraged to continue their education at a community college, technical school, or a four-year university.

Students participating in this program obtain career-related experiences in a work-based setting which could include job shadowing, internships, mentoring, and/or cooperative education. Students may qualify for a Vocational Gold Seal Endorsement/Scholarship by meeting the requirements.

The Tech Prep/School-to-Work System is designed to provide to the business community work-ready graduates with the high-tech skills necessary to succeed in today's global environment. It parallels college prep but with an emphasis on technical work-related skills. Curriculum areas offered at Sebastian River High School include Business, Health Occupations, Industrials (Automotive Technology, TV Production, Commercial Foods).

It is important to note that choosing a course of study will not lock the student into that program for the remainder of his/her high school career. It can be changed or altered as necessary to fit the individual's goals.

Tech Prep/School-to-Work is designed so that those who do not follow a university preparatory program will have the necessary math and science courses required to attend many colleges. Those who wish to work after high school will have a skill that can be used to obtain a job. Tech Prep/School-to-Work gives the student more options when he/she graduates.

Exceptional Student Education (ESE)

Students enrolled in the ESE programs may earn credits for a standard diploma, taking the same course of study as general education students. These courses may be taken in general education or in exceptional education classes. English skills classes and math courses offered for exceptional education students follow the same student performance standards as the general education course. Modifications are made on an individual basis as necessary.

To meet the needs of ESE students who need a more functional, vocationally oriented program, a Special Diploma option has been designed. The courses required for the Special Diploma are designed to teach the student those skills needed for everyday life. ESE courses offered for students pursuing a special diploma include English, math, social studies, science, life management, and vocational subjects as well as work experience.

Advanced Academics

Students that have met the follow prerequisites are eligible to take higher level academic courses throughout 9th-12th grades (must maintain a 3.0 GPA to continue year-to-year):

• Achievement level 3, 4, or 5 in the 7th grade FCAT for reading and mathematics
• Overall academic GPA of 3.0
• Written teacher recommendations (incoming 9th graders)
• Completed application including signed agreement to follow the Advanced Academic Academy Code of Ethics/Attendance, Late, Make-Up, and Extra Credit Work policies (incoming 9th graders)
• Demonstrated regular attendance
• Successful completion of the summer reading assignments

Dual Enrollment read more about Dual Enrollment

The School Board of Indian River County and Indian River State College shall co-sponsor appropriate college courses in high schools during the normal class hours, after normal class hours, and during the summer term when requested by the principal. In addition, college level courses that lead to an associate degree or vocational certification will be available on one of the campuses of Indian River State College.

Students enrolled in co-sponsored classes shall earn high school credit from the Indian River County School Board and college credit from Indian River State College if they meet at least the minimum requirements for satisfactory completion of such classes. No fees will be assessed for high school students enrolled in these co-sponsored classes. Sebastian River High School students who register for classes at Indian River State College must meet the following requirements:

REGULAR SCHOOL DAY DUAL ENROLLMENT FOR ACADEMIC COURSES @ IRSC AND DUAL ENROLLMENT AT SRHS CAMPUS (IRSC ONLY)

• have completed the 11th grade
• have and maintain a GPA of 3.0 unweighted
• have met established requirements on either the SAT, ACT, or CPT (see your counselor)
• SRHS & dual enrollment classes combined must equal at least seven classes
• dual enrollment classes must be 3 semester hours
• register only for academic classes at IRSC designated by a P in the IRCC catalog
• successfully complete 3 semester hours at IRSC to earn one-half to one high school credit
• any exceptions will be at the discretion of the principal

AFTER SCHOOL DAY DUAL ENROLLMENT

• have completed the ninth grade
• have and maintain a high grade point average of 2.0 unweighted
• have satisfactory scores on the College Entry Level Placement Test (CPT) given by Indian River State College

VOCATIONAL DUAL ENROLLMENT

• have completed the ninth grade
• have and maintain a high school unweighted grade point average of 3.0 unweighted
• must demonstrate readiness for vocational-level college coursework

FULL TIME DUAL ENROLLMENT (IRSC ONLY)

• have and maintain a GPA of 3.0 unweighted
• have completed three years (six semesters) in the high school program
• have earned at least 20 credits prior to full time dual enrollment for the first semester of the senior year
• have earned at least 22 credits prior to the second semester of the senior year
• have met established requirements on the CPT
• a student must be accepted as a full time dual enrollment student by IRCC or a Florida college or university with which the SDIRC has a current articulation agreement
• be approved by the principal

Students who withdraw from a dual enrollment class during the semester must enroll in a SRHS class. Those students will not be allowed to enroll in dual enrollment classes the following semester. The principal is authorized to approve the fulfillment of graduation requirements and to award a diploma to the student at the graduation of his regular class or at a later convenient time pursuant to the state board of education regulations. Sebastian River High School policy allows full-time dual enrollment students to participate in the graduation ceremony and all other school activities.

Florida Virtual High School

Florida Virtual High School (formerly Florida High School On-Line) offers a variety of regular honors and advanced placement courses on-line. Students must have the permission of their guidance counselor and the assistant principal for curriculum.