HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION MINIMUM COURSE REQUIREMENTS
CONTENT AREA | CLASS OF 2022-2026 | CLASS OF 2027 AND BEYOND |
---|---|---|
English | 40 CREDITS | 40 CREDITS |
Math (successful completion of Math 1 Required) | 20 CREDITS (including Math I) | 30 CREDITS * (including Math II) |
Life Science | 10 CREDITS | 10 CREDITS |
Physical Science | 10 CREDITS | 10 CREDITS |
Additional Science | 10 CREDITS * | |
World Studies | 10 CREDITS | 10 CREDITS |
United States History | 10 CREDITS | 10 CREDITS |
Political Science | 5 CREDITS | 5 CREDITS |
Economics | 5 CREDITS | 5 CREDITS |
World Language, Visual Art, Performing Art or Career Technical Education | 10 CREDITS | 10 CREDITS |
Physical Education | 20 CREDITS | 20 CREDITS |
Health | 5 CREDITS | 5 CREDITS |
Additional Courses | 70 CREDITS | 60 CREDITS * |
TOTAL | 215 CREDITS | 225 CREDITS * |
* Change in requirements for class of 2027 and beyond.
A student must complete all high school graduation requirements (required courses, and credits) by the end of the spring semester of the senior year to be eligible to participate in the commencement ceremony. See this website for more information.
Early Graduation
Students may request to graduate early (at the end of the 6th or 7th semester). In order for the request to be considered, ALL high school graduation credits (215), and course requirements must be met by the conclusion of the last day of the semester of graduation. Students who wish to graduate early must meet with their counselor to create an academic plan and complete necessary paperwork.