Requirements for Graduation

In order to receive a diploma from Tuslaw High School, a student must satisfy the graduation requirements listed below, and meet the state standards for completion of the end of course exams.

*** Recent Report Cards and an updated transcript (with course history, GPA, Class Rank, ACT scores, etc.) can be found on the HAC website.

Computer - 1/2 credit

English - 4 credits

Fine Art - 1/2 credit (4)

Health - 1/2 credit

Financial Literacy - 1/2 credit

Mathematics - 4 credits (1)

Physical Education - 1/2 credit (Or P.E. Waiver)

Science - 3 credits (2)

Social Studies - 3 credits (5)

Electives - 3.5 credits (3)

(1) Mathematics credits must include 1 credit of Algebra II or the equivalent of Algebra II

(2) Science credits must include 1 credit of Physical Science, 1 credit of Biology and 1 credit

advanced study in one or more of the following sciences: Chemistry, Physics, or Advanced

Biology.

(3) Elective credits must include one or any combination of modern languages, business, career-

technical education, family and consumer sciences, technology, English language arts,

mathematics, science or social studies courses not otherwise required.

(4) Students following a career-technical pathway are exempted from the fine art requirement. All students must complete at least two semesters of fine arts taken any time in grades 7-12. Fine arts is not a requirement for students following a career-technical pathway.

(5) Social Studies credits must include 1 World History, 1 American History, and 1

Government/Economics.

Link to P.E. Waiver information: PE Waiver