Anonymous
07/05/2024 14:56
Subject: Please help me understand the TJ eligibility requirement for GPA
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:The requirement for GPA is:
(4) have a 3.5 or higher GPA in all core academic courses (math, science, social studies, English/language arts, and if taken for high school credit, world language) (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements)
But B+ = 3.3, and A- = 3.7 (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements/gpa-calculation).
Does the requirement actually means that the applicants must has A-, i.e. 3.7 above to be eligible?
I think the 3.5 refers to a Grade Point Average so we are talking about an average and not individual raw scores.
It clearly stated "3.5 or higher GPA in all core academic courses"
Perhaps if you add the implied word "combined" to the end of this sentence it would be more clear the meaning,
The people writing this claim to be teaching children and can’t write a clear sentence.
Meh, it's pretty clear. GPA typically encompasses all classes. So they are narrowing the typical definition from "all" to just "core" classes. To instead read it as a series of individualized subject-specific GPAs requires a certain level of effort (or a complete lack of familiarity with the concept of GPAs and how they are generally used).
By including the word 'all,' they change the meaning from what you imply to GPA in all core classes, i.e. a 3.5 in math and a 3.5 in LA. It's terrible writing
You’re interpreting the word “all” as if it were “each”, which is indeed a possible meaning, but far from the most obvious and intuitive one.
Anonymous
07/05/2024 14:39
Subject: Please help me understand the TJ eligibility requirement for GPA
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:The requirement for GPA is:
(4) have a 3.5 or higher GPA in all core academic courses (math, science, social studies, English/language arts, and if taken for high school credit, world language) (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements)
But B+ = 3.3, and A- = 3.7 (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements/gpa-calculation).
Does the requirement actually means that the applicants must has A-, i.e. 3.7 above to be eligible?
I think the 3.5 refers to a Grade Point Average so we are talking about an average and not individual raw scores.
It clearly stated "3.5 or higher GPA in all core academic courses"
Perhaps if you add the implied word "combined" to the end of this sentence it would be more clear the meaning,
The people writing this claim to be teaching children and can’t write a clear sentence.
Meh, it's pretty clear. GPA typically encompasses all classes. So they are narrowing the typical definition from "all" to just "core" classes. To instead read it as a series of individualized subject-specific GPAs requires a certain level of effort (or a complete lack of familiarity with the concept of GPAs and how they are generally used).
By including the word 'all,' they change the meaning from what you imply to GPA in all core classes, i.e. a 3.5 in math and a 3.5 in LA. It's terrible writing
It's a GPA. It's an average. This one isn't confusing at all.
FWIW, I thought the "free lunch" question in 2020 was confusing. We are not FARMS but we took the free meals during the pandemic. I'm glad we weren't faced with answering that one.
That question about free/reduced lunch was about as confusing as the one about GPA.
It asked about your eligibility for free or reduced lunch.
Why would they mention reduced lunch if they were talking about the free bus meals?
Anonymous
07/05/2024 12:55
Subject: Please help me understand the TJ eligibility requirement for GPA
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:The requirement for GPA is:
(4) have a 3.5 or higher GPA in all core academic courses (math, science, social studies, English/language arts, and if taken for high school credit, world language) (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements)
But B+ = 3.3, and A- = 3.7 (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements/gpa-calculation).
Does the requirement actually means that the applicants must has A-, i.e. 3.7 above to be eligible?
I think the 3.5 refers to a Grade Point Average so we are talking about an average and not individual raw scores.
It clearly stated "3.5 or higher GPA in all core academic courses"
Perhaps if you add the implied word "combined" to the end of this sentence it would be more clear the meaning,
The people writing this claim to be teaching children and can’t write a clear sentence.
Meh, it's pretty clear. GPA typically encompasses all classes. So they are narrowing the typical definition from "all" to just "core" classes. To instead read it as a series of individualized subject-specific GPAs requires a certain level of effort (or a complete lack of familiarity with the concept of GPAs and how they are generally used).
By including the word 'all,' they change the meaning from what you imply to GPA in all core classes, i.e. a 3.5 in math and a 3.5 in LA. It's terrible writing
It's a GPA. It's an average. This one isn't confusing at all.
FWIW, I thought the "free lunch" question in 2020 was confusing. We are not FARMS but we took the free meals during the pandemic. I'm glad we weren't faced with answering that one.
Anonymous
07/05/2024 12:37
Subject: Please help me understand the TJ eligibility requirement for GPA
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:The requirement for GPA is:
(4) have a 3.5 or higher GPA in all core academic courses (math, science, social studies, English/language arts, and if taken for high school credit, world language) (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements)
But B+ = 3.3, and A- = 3.7 (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements/gpa-calculation).
Does the requirement actually means that the applicants must has A-, i.e. 3.7 above to be eligible?
I think the 3.5 refers to a Grade Point Average so we are talking about an average and not individual raw scores.
It clearly stated "3.5 or higher GPA in all core academic courses"
Perhaps if you add the implied word "combined" to the end of this sentence it would be more clear the meaning,
The people writing this claim to be teaching children and can’t write a clear sentence.
Meh, it's pretty clear. GPA typically encompasses all classes. So they are narrowing the typical definition from "all" to just "core" classes. To instead read it as a series of individualized subject-specific GPAs requires a certain level of effort (or a complete lack of familiarity with the concept of GPAs and how they are generally used).
By including the word 'all,' they change the meaning from what you imply to GPA in all core classes, i.e. a 3.5 in math and a 3.5 in LA. It's terrible writing
Nope. FCPS and most schools give letter grades. If they meant individual classes, they would’ve said a “B+ in math and a B+ in LA”. The inclusion of a decimal 3.5 clearly implies GPA - average
Anonymous
07/05/2024 12:31
Subject: Re:Please help me understand the TJ eligibility requirement for GPA
They included the all core classes because people had been worried about PE and electives and how those classes would affect the GPA. The statement is meant to convey that the GPA under consideration includes the 4 core classes and not the electives and PE type classes.
Anonymous
07/05/2024 11:34
Subject: Please help me understand the TJ eligibility requirement for GPA
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:The requirement for GPA is:
(4) have a 3.5 or higher GPA in all core academic courses (math, science, social studies, English/language arts, and if taken for high school credit, world language) (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements)
But B+ = 3.3, and A- = 3.7 (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements/gpa-calculation).
Does the requirement actually means that the applicants must has A-, i.e. 3.7 above to be eligible?
I think the 3.5 refers to a Grade Point Average so we are talking about an average and not individual raw scores.
It clearly stated "3.5 or higher GPA in all core academic courses"
Perhaps if you add the implied word "combined" to the end of this sentence it would be more clear the meaning,
The people writing this claim to be teaching children and can’t write a clear sentence.
Meh, it's pretty clear. GPA typically encompasses all classes. So they are narrowing the typical definition from "all" to just "core" classes. To instead read it as a series of individualized subject-specific GPAs requires a certain level of effort (or a complete lack of familiarity with the concept of GPAs and how they are generally used).
By including the word 'all,' they change the meaning from what you imply to GPA in all core classes, i.e. a 3.5 in math and a 3.5 in LA. It's terrible writing
Anonymous
07/05/2024 02:25
Subject: Please help me understand the TJ eligibility requirement for GPA
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:The requirement for GPA is:
(4) have a 3.5 or higher GPA in all core academic courses (math, science, social studies, English/language arts, and if taken for high school credit, world language) (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements)
But B+ = 3.3, and A- = 3.7 (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements/gpa-calculation).
Does the requirement actually means that the applicants must has A-, i.e. 3.7 above to be eligible?
I think the 3.5 refers to a Grade Point Average so we are talking about an average and not individual raw scores.
It clearly stated "3.5 or higher GPA in all core academic courses"
Perhaps if you add the implied word "combined" to the end of this sentence it would be more clear the meaning,
The people writing this claim to be teaching children and can’t write a clear sentence.
Meh, it's pretty clear. GPA typically encompasses all classes. So they are narrowing the typical definition from "all" to just "core" classes. To instead read it as a series of individualized subject-specific GPAs requires a certain level of effort (or a complete lack of familiarity with the concept of GPAs and how they are generally used).
Anonymous
07/04/2024 22:50
Subject: Please help me understand the TJ eligibility requirement for GPA
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:The requirement for GPA is:
(4) have a 3.5 or higher GPA in all core academic courses (math, science, social studies, English/language arts, and if taken for high school credit, world language) (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements)
But B+ = 3.3, and A- = 3.7 (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements/gpa-calculation).
Does the requirement actually means that the applicants must has A-, i.e. 3.7 above to be eligible?
I think the 3.5 refers to a Grade Point Average so we are talking about an average and not individual raw scores.
It clearly stated "3.5 or higher GPA in all core academic courses"
Perhaps if you add the implied word "combined" to the end of this sentence it would be more clear the meaning,
The people writing this claim to be teaching children and can’t write a clear sentence.
Anonymous
07/04/2024 22:45
Subject: Please help me understand the TJ eligibility requirement for GPA
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:The requirement for GPA is:
(4) have a 3.5 or higher GPA in all core academic courses (math, science, social studies, English/language arts, and if taken for high school credit, world language) (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements)
But B+ = 3.3, and A- = 3.7 (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements/gpa-calculation).
Does the requirement actually means that the applicants must has A-, i.e. 3.7 above to be eligible?
I think the 3.5 refers to a Grade Point Average so we are talking about an average and not individual raw scores.
It clearly stated "3.5 or higher GPA in all core academic courses"
Perhaps if you add the implied word "combined" to the end of this sentence it would be more clear the meaning,
Anonymous
07/01/2024 14:08
Subject: Please help me understand the TJ eligibility requirement for GPA
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:The requirement for GPA is:
(4) have a 3.5 or higher GPA in all core academic courses (math, science, social studies, English/language arts, and if taken for high school credit, world language) (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements)
But B+ = 3.3, and A- = 3.7 (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements/gpa-calculation).
Does the requirement actually means that the applicants must has A-, i.e. 3.7 above to be eligible?
I think the 3.5 refers to a Grade Point Average so we are talking about an average and not individual raw scores.
It clearly stated "3.5 or higher GPA in all core academic courses"
I'm pretty sure there is kids with a B+ in at least one class that got in this year.
Mine did. If you know of another, then that's two.
It's a GPA (without any honors bump) of 3.5 or higher, which is an average of the core class grades.
Anonymous
07/01/2024 13:47
Subject: Please help me understand the TJ eligibility requirement for GPA
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:The requirement for GPA is:
(4) have a 3.5 or higher GPA in all core academic courses (math, science, social studies, English/language arts, and if taken for high school credit, world language) (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements)
But B+ = 3.3, and A- = 3.7 (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements/gpa-calculation).
Does the requirement actually means that the applicants must has A-, i.e. 3.7 above to be eligible?
I think the 3.5 refers to a Grade Point Average so we are talking about an average and not individual raw scores.
It clearly stated "3.5 or higher GPA in all core academic courses"
I'm pretty sure there is kids with a B+ in at least one class that got in this year.
Anonymous
07/01/2024 13:29
Subject: Please help me understand the TJ eligibility requirement for GPA
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:The requirement for GPA is:
(4) have a 3.5 or higher GPA in all core academic courses (math, science, social studies, English/language arts, and if taken for high school credit, world language) (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements)
But B+ = 3.3, and A- = 3.7 (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements/gpa-calculation).
Does the requirement actually means that the applicants must has A-, i.e. 3.7 above to be eligible?
I think the 3.5 refers to a Grade Point Average so we are talking about an average and not individual raw scores.
It clearly stated "3.5 or higher GPA in all core academic courses"
Like many FCPS polities, the writing is terrible and not clear. As written, it means that you would need a 3.5 or above in each subject. I think the intended meaning is an over all 3.5 in core subjects
Anonymous
07/01/2024 13:21
Subject: Please help me understand the TJ eligibility requirement for GPA
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:The requirement for GPA is:
(4) have a 3.5 or higher GPA in all core academic courses (math, science, social studies, English/language arts, and if taken for high school credit, world language) (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements)
But B+ = 3.3, and A- = 3.7 (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements/gpa-calculation).
Does the requirement actually means that the applicants must has A-, i.e. 3.7 above to be eligible?
I think the 3.5 refers to a Grade Point Average so we are talking about an average and not individual raw scores.
It clearly stated "3.5 or higher GPA in all core academic courses"
Anonymous
07/01/2024 12:33
Subject: Please help me understand the TJ eligibility requirement for GPA
Anonymous wrote:The requirement for GPA is:
(4) have a 3.5 or higher GPA in all core academic courses (math, science, social studies, English/language arts, and if taken for high school credit, world language) (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements)
But B+ = 3.3, and A- = 3.7 (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements/gpa-calculation).
Does the requirement actually means that the applicants must has A-, i.e. 3.7 above to be eligible?
I think the 3.5 refers to a Grade Point Average so we are talking about an average and not individual raw scores.
Anonymous
07/01/2024 10:56
Subject: Please help me understand the TJ eligibility requirement for GPA
The requirement for GPA is:
(4) have a 3.5 or higher GPA in all core academic courses (math, science, social studies, English/language arts, and if taken for high school credit, world language) (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements)
But B+ = 3.3, and A- = 3.7 (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements/gpa-calculation).
Does the requirement actually means that the applicants must has A-, i.e. 3.7 above to be eligible?
(4) have a 3.5 or higher GPA in all core academic courses (math, science, social studies, English/language arts, and if taken for high school credit, world language) (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements)
But B+ = 3.3, and A- = 3.7 (https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements/gpa-calculation).
Does the requirement actually means that the applicants must has A-, i.e. 3.7 above to be eligible?