Information for New Students (9/07)
Recommended Diploma Graduation Requirements
for students beginning high school in 2007-08
| English Language Arts | 4 credits |
|
Mathematics To include Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2 |
4 credits (at least 3 in High School) |
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Science Three of these credits to include Biology and two other credits to be chosen from these areas:
1. Integrated Physics
and Chemistry, 2. Chemistry |
4 credits (at least 3 in High School) |
|
Social
Studies
World Geography Studies, World History Studies, U.S. History since Reconstruction, U.S. Government, and Economics |
4 credits |
| Languages Other Than English | 2 credits in the same language |
| Fine Arts | 1 credit |
| Communication Applications (Speech) | 1/2 credit |
| Technology Applications (Computer) | 1 credit |
|
Physical
Education Students may substitute: Redcoats, marching band, cheerleading, JROTC, athletics, PE Dance I–IV, approved private program, or certain Career and Technology Education Courses. |
1 1/2 credits including Foundations of Personal fitness (one-half credit). (Limit of two credits.) |
| Health Education | 1/2 credit |
|
Electives May include courses over and above those required |
3 1/2 Credits |
Recommended Diploma Graduation Requirements for students
beginning high
school in 2006-07 or earlier
| English Language Arts | 4 credits |
|
Mathematics To include Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2 |
3 credits taken in High School |
|
Science To include Biology and two other credits to be chosen from these areas (no more than one credit may be chosen from each of the areas.): 1.Integrated Physics and Chemistry, 2. Chemistry, or 3. Physics |
3 credits taken in High School |
|
Social
Studies World Geography Studies, World History Studies, U.S. History since Reconstruction, U.S. Government, and Economics |
4 credits |
| Languages Other Than English | 2 credits in the same language |
| Fine Arts | 1 credit |
| Communication Applications (Speech) | 1/2 credit |
| Technology Applications (Computer) | 1 credit |
|
Physical
Education Students may substitute: Redcoats, marching band, cheerleading, JROTC, athletics, PE Dance I–IV, approved private program, or certain Career and Technology Education Courses. |
1 1/2 credits including Foundations of Personal fitness (one-half credit). (Limit of two credits.) |
| Health Education | 1/2 credit |
|
Electives May include courses over and above those required |
3 1/2 Credits |