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PHS Diploma:
Required Credits Per Content Area
Class of 2027, 2028, 2029 (26 Credits):
English: 4.0 credits
Social Studies: 2.5 credits
Economics: .5 Credits
Mathematics: 3.0 credits
Science: 3.0 credits
Physical Education: 1.0 credits
Health: 0.5 credits
Computer/Technology: 0.5 credits
Fine Arts: 0.5 credits
Electives: 10.5 Credits
Class of 2030 and Beyond (20 Credits and 26 Credits):
English: 4.0 credits
Social Studies: 2.5 credits
Economics: .5 Credits
Mathematics: 3.0 credits
Science: 3.0 credits
Physical Education: 1.0 credits
Financial Literacy: .5 Credits
Health: 0.5 credits
Digital Literacy Portfolio: 0.5 credits
Fine Arts: 0.5 credits
Electives: 4 Credits (20 credit diploma)/ 10 Credits (26 Credit Diploma)
To learn more about the 20-credit diploma option, visit our Portsmouth School Board Policies for updated information or check in with your child's school counselor.
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NH Scholars Diploma Requirements.
"New Hampshire Scholars motivates students to take a defined, rigorous course of study in high school. The Core Course of Study is designed to prepare students for college, vocational/technical training, and workforce demands. The goal is for all students to challenge themselves academically to gain the skills and knowledge they’ll need to navigate the future."
Honor Role at PHS
Honor Roll and Academic Eligibility
Honor roll is determined based on a student’s final grades for courses taken during the specified term. In-progress courses are not included in honor roll calculations.
Highest Honor Roll: Students who have completed at least three courses and earned all A grades.
High Honor Roll: Students who have completed at least three courses and earned a combination of A and B grades.
Honor Roll: Students who have completed at least three courses and earned A and B grades, with one C grade permitted as long as the student has earned at least one A.
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