Freshman Conferences
September 2026
Welcome to Brandeis!
Welcome to the class of 2030! We are excited to be a part of your freshman 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.
During fall conferences counselors will assist students in creating a four year plan. This is a document counselors will keep on file. The four year plan allows students to look at all four years of high school to make sure they are meeting all gradation requirements.
Educational Planning Document (EPD)
https://www.nisd.net/schools/catalogs/hs/graduation-requirements
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)
Attendance matters!
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.