Forty-four (44) credits must be earned during grades 9-12 for graduation from high school.  One credit is earned for a semester’s study or the equivalent.

Of the 44 credits needed for graduation, the following are required:

English – Eight credits (equivalent to four years)

 Social Studies – Six credits (equivalent to three years)                          

(1)           United States History – (2 semesters)

(1)           Government

(1)           Economics

Mathematics - Six credits

Science – Six credit

Physical Education - Four credits

Financial Literacy - One credit

Electives – Thirteen credits

A minimum of thirteen (13) additional credits must be earned in addition to the above required credits so as to fulfill the requirement of 44 total credits for graduation.

Graduation requirements may be adjusted for transfer students.

This year, Mason City High School is working with Josten's for caps and gowns. 

Mandatory senior meetings will be held on Friday, Sept. 22 in the IC. At this time, seniors will sign off on their FULL LEGAL NAME for their diploma and meet with Craig from Josten's. 

8:00-8:30 am for students unable to attend other sessions. 

Last Names A-F - First Period

Last Names G-O - Second Period

Last Names P - Z - Third Period

This year, Mason City High School is working with Josten's for caps and gowns. Please watch for more information as the school year begins. 

Senior photos must be submitted no later than Friday, Jan. 12, 2024.

• Photos must be vertical 

• Photos should be a head and shoulder shot 

• No props, hats, sunglasses, pets, selfies, masks, holding items, or sitting on a car, motorcycle, etc.

• Please remove watermarks or text on the photo

• Photos can be submitted HERE

• If you don't plan to have senior portraits taken, that's ok! We'll use your school portrait taken in the fall. 

First Day of School - Aug. 23

School Pictures - Aug. 30 (Yes, even seniors need to have a school photo taken!)

Homecoming - Sept. 29

Thanksgiving Break - Nov. 22-24

Winter Break - Dec. 25 - Jan. 2

Deadline to Submit Photos to Yearbook - Jan. 12

Spring Break - March 11-15

Senior Class Photo - March 27 @ 12:48 pm in the MCHS Atrium 

Prom - April 20

Senior Awards Day - May 3

Graduation March through Schools - TBD

Senior's Last Day - May 17

Graduation - May 19

Required: 

• Cap & Gown Fee 

• School Fees and Fines: includes outstanding book fines or fees. 

The waiver form does not cover the cost of cap and gown fees. Outstanding fees and/or fines must be paid before graduation. Log into the Touchbase webstore to view any fees and fines on your student's account.