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Graduation Distinctions

Starting with the class of 2025, OCSA will recognize students using the Merit Diploma Program upon high school graduation. This will be in lieu of the designation of a Valedictorian, Salutatorian, and Top 20. Students with the following weighted GPA will qualify for the following:

• Summa Cum Laude ("With Highest Honor")... Cumulative weighted GPA greater than or equal to 4.2
• Magna Cum Laude ("With High Honor")... Cumulative weighted GPA greater than or equal to 4.0 but less than or equal to 4.199
• Cum Laude ("With Honor")... Cumulative weighted GPA greater than or equal to 3.8 but less than or equal to 3.999