Graduation Requirements

No changes in graduation requirements are anticipated at this time. Current requirements are:

Credits:

230 credits are required for graduation with 5 credits earned for each course completed with a grade of "D" or better.


Computer Literacy:

All students must take one computer class or pass a computer literacy test in order to receive a diploma.

Competency:

Students must pass proficiency tests in reading, writing and math to receive a diploma. (The SAT~9 in the 10th grade has been used for reading and math proficiencies. This will eventually be replaced by the High School Exit Exam.)

Subject Requirements:

Subject Semesters Credits
English 7 semesters 35 credits
Social Science 6 semesters 30 credits
Mathematics 4 semesters 20 credits
Science 4 semesters 20 credits
Health 1 semester 5 credits
Physical Education 4 semesters 20 credits
Fine Arts/Foreign Language 2 semesters 10 credits
Practical Arts 1 semester 5 credits
Electives   85 credits
  TOTAL 230

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