Counselor's Corner
Meet Your School Counselor!
Hi, I’m Britney Martin, and I’m proud to be starting my 13th year here at ICTC! I truly love our Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs because they offer hands-on, real-world experiences that prepare students for success in their future careers.
As your school counselor, my goal is to support you in every way I can—whether that’s through personal/social guidance, academic support, or career planning. I believe in the value of CTE and the positive impact it has on our students and our growing community.
I strive to be approachable and available, and I’m always here to help you navigate challenges, set goals, and celebrate your successes. Let’s make this school year the best one yet!
Here’s to a great year at ICTC!
Britney Martin, NCC, NCSC
ICTC NTHS Advisor
GRADUATION INFORMATION
Note: The graduation information provided below came from the Mississippi Department of Education's website.
Traditional Diploma
Earn 24 credits (Carnegie Units) in a selection of required classes including English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Technology or Computer Science, College and Career Readiness, Health, Art, Physical Education and electives
Local school districts may add graduation requirements to the state requirements
Traditional Diploma + Career and Technical Education (CTE) or JROTC Endorsement
Earn 26.Credits
Earn an overall GPA of 2.5
Earn silver level on ACT WorkKeys
Must successfully complete one (1) of the following:
One (1) dual credit
Work based Learning
Earn a State Board of Education approved national credential
One (1) Advance Placement (AP), Diploma Program-International Baccalaureate (IB), or Cambridge (AICE) course aligned to their career pathway. Students must earn a C or higher and take the appropriate exam.
NOCTI/JROTC Leadership and Employability Skills Credential
Traditional Diploma + Academic Endorsement
Earn 26 credits
Earn an overall GPA of 2.5
Two (2) elective courses must meet MS IHL college preparatory curriculum (CPC) requirements
Must successfully complete one (1) of the following:
ACT sub scores of 17 in English and 19 in Math
Essentials of College Math or Essentials of College Literacy (in senior year)
SAT equivalency subscore
Must successfully complete one (1) of the following:
One (1) AP course with a C or higher and take the appropriate Advance Placement (AP) exam
One (1) Diploma Program-International Baccalaureate (IB) or Cambridge (AICE) course with a C or higher and take the appropriate exam
One (1) dual credit course and earn a C or higher in the course
Traditional Diploma + Distinguished Academic Endorsement
Earn 28 credits
Earn an overall GPA of 3.0
Two (2) elective courses must meet MS IHL CPC recommended requirements
Must successfully complete one (1) of the following:
ACT sub scores of 18 in English and 22 in Math
SAT equivalency subscore
Must successfully complete one ( 1) of the following:
One (1) Advanced Placement (AP) course with a B or higher and take the appropriate AP exam
One (1) Diploma Program- International Baccalaureate (IB) or Cambridge (AICE) course with a B or higher and take the appropriate exam
One (1) dual credit course earning a B or higher in the course
Alternate Diploma
Students who have met the criteria of having a Significant Cognitive Disabilities (SCD) may participate in a program of study to earn the Alternate Diploma.
Earn 24 Carnegie Units in a selection of required classes including English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Physical Education, Health, Career Readiness, Life Skills Development, the Arts, and Electives
Required to participate in the Mississippi Academic Assessment Program-Alternate (MAAP-A) and achieve a level of Passing or Proficient
The state defined Alternate Diploma is included in graduation rates in the same manner as a traditional diploma.
Students with an Alternate Diploma must contact the postsecondary institution to determine eligibility for Ability to Benefit (ATB)