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To earn a diploma:
To earn a diploma:
A student must earn a minimum of 105 credits
Pass the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS)
Included in the 105 credits are specific distribution requirements that must be fulfilled for graduation. All students must earn at least the following credits:
20 credits in English
10 credits in Physical Education
15 credits in Social Sciences
3.75 credits in Health
15 credits in Math
2.5 credits in Fine or Performing Arts
15 credits in Science
23.75 credits in Electives
See box to the left for specifics.
A semester of work in a course that meets daily earns 2.5 credits; a full year’s work in a course that meets every day earns 5 credits.
Freshmen and sophomores must carry a minimum of 31.25 credits.
Juniors must carry a minimum of 28.75 credits.
Seniors must carry a minimum of 30 credits.
Only credits earned in grades 9-12 may be applied to graduation requirements. In order to participate in graduation, ALL requirements must be met.
In addition, a senior must remain in good standing throughout senior year and pass four full credit courses (2.5 credits per semester) for the second semester. Courses that are graded on a Pass/Fail basis are not included toward the four unless stipulated on an IEP or by prior administrative agreement.
Seniors who do not successfully complete the requirements for a diploma are not allowed to participate in the graduation ceremony.
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