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New York State requires the students earn 4 credits in the Social Studies in order to graduate. Those credits are comprised of 2 credits in Global History, 1 credit in U.S. History, 1/2 credit in Participation in Government and 1/2 credit in Economics.

Students are also required to take two social studies Regents Exams. The Global History and Geography Regents is given upon completion of Global History 10 or AP World History. The United States History and Government Regents Exam is given upon completion of U.S. History or AP U.S. History. Students must pass one of those exams in order to earn a Regents Diploma.

Students who are interested in enrolling in honors level or AP classes should speak to their teacher, counselor and/or department chairperson to discuss their interest and learn how best to ensure placement in those classes.