Graduation Requirements
In order to graduate, students must successfully complete 26.5 academic credits and must achieve Proficiency on the Keystone exams.
1. The 26.5 Credits must be earned in the following areas:
| Content Area |
Non-CTE Students |
CTE Students |
| English |
4 credits |
4 credits |
| Science |
4 credits |
3 credits |
| Mathematics (3 required credits: Algebra 1,2 and Geometry) |
4 credits |
4 credits |
|
Social Studies
(with a minimum of 3 credits in Social Studies, the 4th credit may be satisfied by a level 3 course in World Language)
|
4 credits |
3 credits |
| Electives: Academic, Art, Career Development an/or Physical Education |
7 credits |
9 credits |
| Health |
1 credit |
1 credit |
| Physical Education |
2 credits |
2 credits |
| Graduation Project |
.5 credits |
.5 credits |
2. Proficiency on Keystones
Proficiency is the demonstration of knowledge of key concepts in a particular subject area on an assessment. Keystones have a 4 point scale: 4=Advanced, 3=Proficient, 2=Basic, 1=Below Basic. To demonstrate proficiency, students must score a 3 or 4.
Students must demonstrate proficiency on the Algebra, Literature and Biology Keystone.
PROMISE-READINESS is more than a 2.5 GPA and 90% attendance. It is:
- Academic Mastery A rigorous course of study in high school is the number #1 predictor of college completion
- Behaviors and Habits including study skills and a healthy lifestyle
- Ambitions and Dreams including a detailed plan for the future
