Graduation Requirements
Graduation Requirements
To meet state and local graduation requirements, students must earn a minimum of 22 credits in the following specified areas.
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English: 4 credits |
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Math: 4 credits |
The four math credits must include Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and a fourth higher-level math course. Students must be enrolled in a mathematics course each year. |
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Science: 3 credits |
The three science credits must include Biology, Chemistry or Physics, and a third lab course. |
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Social Studies: 3 credits |
The three social studies credits must include: · World History and Geography (Standard or AP) or AP Human Geography or AP European History · US History and Geography (Standard, AP, or DE) or American History SDC · Economics (Standard or AP) and US Government and Politics (Standard, AP, or DE) |
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Lifetime Wellness: 1 credit |
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Physical Education: 0.5 credit |
The Physical Education requirement may be met through documented participation in at least 80 hours of approved extracurricular activities such as marching band, school sports, or competitive community sports. |
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Personal Finance: 0.5 credit |
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World Language: 2 credits |
The two world language credits must be obtained in the same language. |
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Fine Arts: 1 credit |
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Area of Focus: 3 credits |
Three additional credits beyond those listed above must be earned through a focused program of study designed to prepare students for the workforce and postsecondary study. |