Graduation Awards

Red Wolf Scholar

        Red Wolf Scholar is an award granted to graduating seniors who have maintained a certain level of distinction throughout their high school years. This is a recognition award, NOT a monetary award. Students who qualify will receive a stole to wear at graduation. 

        See the attached flow chart of classes. It outlines what an aspiring Red Wolf Scholar is expected to take each year at Walden Grove. All of these classes must be completed with a B or better. This award is available to the class of 2020 and beyond.

SUSD Academic Scholar

Q: Why should you want to be an SUSD Scholar?

A: At your high school graduation, you are given a medal to wear to note that level of distinction. Your name is marked in the graduation program as an SUSD Scholar. You can use the information of being awarded as an SUSD Scholar on college and scholarship applications. The strongest predictor of college completion is a rigorous and challenging high school course of study.

Q: Do I need to apply?

A: No, you do not need to apply. Your counselor will determine your eligibility for the award in April of your senior year. You will be notified at one of your senior meetings by your counselor if you have qualified.

Q: What are the requirements to be eligible?

A: See table below...

You must earn a grade of C or better in each of the following classes to qualify:

English:   4 credits (English I through IV)

Math: 4 credits including Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and a higher level math with 

    Algebra II or equivalent as prerequisite

Science: 3 credits including Biology, Chemistry and Physics (Physics preferred, AZ University 

    system approved Lab Science or Earth Science accepted) 

Social Studies: 3 credits including World History, U.S. History, U.S. Government/Economics 

World Language: 2 credits of the same language other than English 

Fine Arts/ CTE: 2 credits from either fine arts and/or CTE 

State Seal of Fine Arts Proficiency

The Fine Arts Diploma Seal is awarded to graduating high school students who complete an Arizona Fine Arts Pathway and engage in creative industry-focused courses, extracurricular activities, experiences that foster fine arts mastery, and the presentation of a Fine Arts Capstone Project.

More information: Fine Arts Diploma Seal PPT.pdf

Online application: SUSD Fine Arts Diploma Seal Application - Online

Print the application here: SUSD Fine Arts Diploma Seal Application.pdf

What is a "diploma seal"? A diploma seal is a special marking on your diploma.