ACADEMIC CURRICULUM AND TOPS

Students in Louisiana can pursue two types of high school diploma, a College and Career Diploma or a Career Diploma. With a College and Career Diploma, students can opt for one of two courses of study – the more rigorous LA Core 4 or the Basic Core. Students can also earn an Academic Endorsement or a Career/Technical Endorsement.

Students with disabilities can also earn a Certificate of Achievement.

*Students who pursue a Basic Core course of study must complete six credits in career area of concentration.

**Students who pursue a Career Diploma must complete seven credits in career area of concentration.

Graduation Requirements.pdf (PDF)

Learn about Craft Professions: http://byf.org/professions

What is TOPS?

Louisiana’s Taylor Opportunity Program for Students (TOPS) is a comprehensive program of state scholarships and one of the most innovative and progressive student assistance programs in the nation. TOPS has four award components.

TOPS Resources:

http://www.osfa.louisiana.gov/schgrt6.htm