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Graduation Requirements

Comprehensive High School Graduation Requirements

In order to obtain a High School diploma from a comprehensive high school, students must complete the following requirements:

  • English--4 years
  • Math--2 years (including completion of Algebra or equivalent)
  • World History--1 year
  • US History--1 year
  • Economics--1 semester
  • Government--1 semester
  • Biological Science--1 year
  • Physical Science--1 year
  • Physical Education--2 years (mandatory in grade 9)
  • Foreign Language or Visual and Performing Arts--1 year

Students must complete the above requirements and electives totaling 220 units.

Adult/Continuation/Alternative Education School Graduation Requirements

In order to obtain a High School diploma from an alternative or continuation high school, students must complete the following requirements:

  • English--4 years
  • Math--2 years (including completion of Algebra or equivalent)
  • World History--1 year
  • US History--1year
  • Economics--1 semester
  • Government--1 semester
  • Biological Science--1 year
  • Physical Science--1 year
  • Physical Education--2 years (mandatory in grade 9)
  • Foreign Language or Visual and Performing Arts--1 year

Students must complete the above requirements and electives totaling 200 units.

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