GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
The curriculum includes a combination of required and elective courses to meet the needs and interests of all students. Instruction is provided at a variety of levels in major academic courses. Placement is based on teacher, counselor, and parent recommendations.
Students must earn a minimum of 90 credits and pass all required courses to earn a Reading Memorial High School diploma.
Full year courses offer 4 credits. Semester courses run for a half year, or 2 quarters, and earn 2 credits.
All students must also pass MCAS tests in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science in order to graduate.
Grade 12 students must carry at least 24 credits and earn a minimum of 19 credits in their senior year in order to graduate.
English 4 years
World Languages 2 years
Mathematics 3 years (Class of 2026 and beyond 4 years)
Science 3 years
Social Studies 3 years
Business & Technology 2 semesters
Fine/Performing Arts 2 semesters
Wellness (P.E) 4 semesters (3 times per cycle each year)
Intro to Health 1 semester (3 times per cycle) in Grade 9 or 10
Health Issues 1 semester (3 times per cycle) in Grade 11 or 12
**Certain graduation requirements may be waived under extreme circumstances. Any exceptions require principal approval.