Junior Conferences - Fall
September 2026
Welcome Back Juniors!
Welcome back Class of 2028! We are excited to be a part of your junior year. Please take a moment to review the newsletter for important updates and information. We want to make sure you are on track for graduation and answer any questions you may have.
Educational Planning Document (EPD)
Credits & Grades
In order to receive course credit, students must meet both the academic standard and the state attendance requirements. Grades and Attendance can be reviewed using the Home Access Center (HAC).
Promotion to the next grade level is based on accumulation of credits earned.
Grade 9 (0 - 5.5 credits)
Grade 10 (6 - 11.5 credits)
Grade 11 (12 - 18.5 credits)
Grade 12 (19+ credits)
PSAT School Day ---- SAT Dates ---- ACT Dates ----ASVAB
- NISD currently offers the PSAT test to all sophomores and juniors as a tool to prepare for the SAT and National Merit Scholarship program. The test will be administered on October 21st, 2026.
- Students must register through Total Registration by Wednesday, September 23rd in order to participate.
- 11th graders can register for FREE, 10th graders pay either $20, or $10 if you qualify for free and reduced lunch.
Click here to learn more and register!
- Are you interested in taking the ASVAB test? The ASVAB will be offered at no cost to current 10th, 11th and 12th graders this fall. The test will be announced soon, sign up in the counseling office. The ASVAB test is for students who are interested in a career in the military or want to learn more about career placement.
Correspondence Courses
Attendance Matters
Attendance Allowances
Students must pass a class with a 70 or better, and meet attendance requirements to earn credit.
No more than 9 absences for Fall semester.
No more than 9 absences for Spring semester.
17 absences for a full year class.
College Visits
NISD allows 11th and 12th grade students up to 2 excused absences for college visits. Students must turn in a letter from the Admissions Office from the college/university during the visit. The letter must include the following:
1) On college/university letterhead
2) Student name
3) Date of visit
