Counseling
Counseling services that strengthen the personal growth, academic achievement, and future goals of our scholars.
The Hopkins High School Counselors provide support to students and families by promoting academic achievement, college and career planning, and personal/social development. Students are assigned to a counselor according to last name and work with the same counselor during all three years at the high school.
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Checklists
A Hopkins High School graduate successfully completes 54 credits in Grades 9-12 (subject to change, see your counselor for current information). Specific course requirements vary depending on graduation year.
| Credit Breakdown by Department | ||
|---|---|---|
| Language Arts (8 Credits) | English 9 | 2 |
| American Literature | 2 | |
| Global Literature | 1 | |
| Writing | 1 | |
| Language Arts Electives | 2 | |
| Social Studies (8 Credits) | Civics 9 | 2 |
| U.S. History | 2 | |
| World Studies | 2 | |
| Social Studies Electives | 2 | |
| Mathematics (6 Credits) | Geometry | 2 |
| Algebra 2 | 2 | |
| Math Electives | 2 | |
| Sciences (6 Credits) | Science 9 | 2 |
| Biology | 2 | |
| Chemistry of Physics | 2 | |
| Health Science (1.5 Credits) | Health Science | 1 |
| Physical Education (2 Credits) | Physical Education 9 | 1 |
| PE 10 Personal Fitness | 1 | |
| Financial Literacy (1 Credit) | Personal Finance | 1 |
| Fine Arts (2 Credits) | Art or Music courses | 2 |
| World Language (none required) | (any language) | none |
| General Electives | (All Electives) | 20 |
| Total Credits Required for Graduation | 54 | |
| Hopkins High School graduation requirements may not meet your college's admission requirements. | ||
Transcripts
Your Hopkins High School transcript is the legal record or proof of your high school education. It is often one of the required pieces of information when you apply to college or for a job.
Please use the transcript process below:
Step 1-fill out the form
Step 2-pay the fee online ($5 for transcripts and $20 for diplomas)
(You will receive an email with directions on how to complete the payment process. Please check for the link there.)
Please note you must complete both parts before your transcript is sent out.
Note: For those who choose to pick up their transcripts in person or request that they be mailed to themselves, please note that in order for the transcript to remain official, it must be kept in the sealed envelope.
Diplomas
If you wish to request a duplicate diploma, please use the process below. First, submit a form requesting the diploma and when graduation is verified, we will send you the link for online payment.
***Note: There is a back order on diplomas, you may not receive your duplicate diploma until August 2025.
Transcripts / Duplicate Diplomas - Request Form
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View these interactive charts covering various aspects of the college admissions process. These charts are designed to help students and families navigate topics such as early decision versus regular decision acceptance rates, financial aid options for international students, and need-based aid availability.
Paying for college is one of the most stressful parts for students and families. Below you will find information to help your Hopkins scholar navigate this part of the journey. Financial aid comes from one of three places: (a) Federal and State government; (b) University or college and (c) Third party organizations and private donors.
For resources from the Federal and State Government, you will need to fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Please make an account as soon as possible as they will have a slow opening between October 1 and December 1, 2024. You can access the application website through MaiaLearning in ClassLink or at this website. You should fill this application out no matter your background as some private scholarships may require it for consideration.
University or college scholarships are unique to each school. Sometimes your admissions application is all you need and other times you will have to fill out separate applications for each one at each school. You can research all opportunities through each institution's financial aid page. Please see your school counselor or Dr. Kuhl if you have any questions.
Third party/private organizations/local scholarships can be found in our new MaiaLearning platform under the financial plans tab. Each year, Hopkins seniors have the opportunity to fill out the Local Scholarship Application, which can qualify them for approximately 50 local scholarships awarded by community members and local organizations to Hopkins seniors. Awards range from $250 - $2000 and are based on a wide range of factors depending on the awarding individual or organization. Seniors will also be notified of the application's availability through the Monday announcements email and Royals Connect homerooms.
At Hopkins High School, we recognize the majority of our scholars will pursue a college education at either the two or four-year level. However, we do have students (around 25%), who will pursue something else. In order to be prepared for all the options available to our scholars after high school, we make sure to update our resources regarding apprenticeships, military options, etc. In addition, we are working on a way to keep all these resources housed in our college and career platform, Maia Learning. You can also explore careers on CareerOneStop.