Language Arts
Language Arts 9 (10 Credits)
Language Arts 10 (10 Credits)
Language Arts 11 (10 Credits)
Language Arts 12 (10 Credits)
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40 |
4 |
Social Science
World History (10 Credits)
U.S. History (10 Credits)
Government (5 Credits)
Economics (5 Credits)
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30 |
3 |
Mathematics
Must include one year of Algebra (10 Credits) |
30 |
3 |
Science
Earth Science, Physical Science or Integrated Science (10 credits)
Life Science (10 Credits) |
20 |
2 |
Foreign Language/Fine Art/Technical Art
Must include credit from at least two different areas |
20 |
2 |
Physical Education
Beginning with class of 2011, students must pass the Physical Fitness Exam. |
20 |
2 |
| Health |
5 |
1 Semester |
| Electives |
55 |
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| TOTAL MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED |
220 |
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GRADE POINT AVERAGE (GPA) REQUIREMENT
Students must also have a minimum total Grade Point Average of 2.0 to meet graduation requirements. At least once per semester parents will be notified if their students fall below a 2.0 total GPA. |
TECHNOLOGY PROFICIENCY
Students meet this requirement by taking computer keyboarding. |
CALIFORNIA HIGH SCHOOL EXIT EXAM (CAHSEE)
Students must pass the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE). The CAHSEE consists of two sections: English-language arts and mathematics. Students first take this exam in the spring of 10th grade. A score of 350 or higher is required on each section of the CAHSEE to pass. Students who do not pass one or both sections of the CAHSEE in 10th grade will have additional opportunities in 11th and 12th grade. Additional information and sample questions can be found at the California Department of Education at http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/tg/hs/resources.asp. |
