9 Seal of Biliteracy Students can now earn the Maryland Seal of Biliteracy on their diploma by demonstrating proficiency in two (or more) languages. Academic Awards Students may become eligible for an academic award as a freshman, sophomore, junior or senior. The student must maintain a weighted GPA of 3.5 or higher for consecutive semesters. GPA 1st Award 2nd Award 3rd Award 4th Award 3.5 weighted GPA No grade lower than a “C” Certificate- 1 semester of 3.5 weighted GPA No grade lower than a “C” Academic Letter- 3 consecutive semesters of 3.5 weighted GPA No grade lower than a “C” Lamp of Knowledge- 5 consecutive semesters of 3.5 weighted GPA No grade lower than a “C” Star of Excellence- 7 consecutive semesters of 3.5 weighted GPA No grade lower than a “C” Senior Recognition Outstanding academic performance will be awarded at graduation for those students who achieve the following cumulative GPA throughout their high school career. Cords will be awarded to wear at graduation. Cum Laude Magana Cum Laude Summa cum Laude 3.70 – 3.99 weighted GPA 4.00 – 4.29 weighted GPA 4.30 and above weighted GPA ATHLETICS Students who have received out-of-school suspension from a Wicomico County Public School are not permitted to attend athletic (extracurricular) events for the number of days corresponding to their suspension. OSS 1 to 4 days – may not participate in extracurriculars for 10 days. OSS for 5+ days – may not participate in extracurriculars for 45 days. School Functions Students and guests at school functions must observe expected school behavior. The code of conduct applies to all extra-curricular/co-curricular events at EHS and other schools/functions. Any person appearing to have consumed alcohol and/or drugs prior to entrance to any extracurricular will be refused admission. Persons leaving the building during an event may not return. At the end of each event, all patrons are to leave promptly. Conduct at all extracurricular activities should reflect courtesy and respect for others and bring honor and credit to our school and ourselves. Conduct unbecoming of our school and in violation of our code of conduct can lead to disciplinary action by the administration.
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