High school planning
Middle School is a great time for your child to start exploring their interests and take academic risks to challenge themselves. There are so many choices and paths in high school that the information may be overwhelming. Use the tools below to help design a program in high school that fits the unique needs, interests, and values of your child. Counselors use the Future Pathways Lessons to help students explore their choices and interests to facilitate decision making for their future.
What to Experience In This Section
Explore High School Requirements & Programs,
Create a 4 Year Plan using the HS Course Description Guide,
Explore Future Pathway Options
EXPLORE HIGH SCHOOL OPTIONS, PROGRAMS, & FUTURE PATHWAYS
6. Graduation Requirements
THe Foundation High School Program, including one endorsement, requires the following courses for a total of 26 credits:
- ENGLISH
4 Credits
English I, English II, English III, English IV
- MATH
3 to 4 Credits
Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Other Math Credit
- SCIENCE
4 Credits (one credit in each Biological and Physical sciences)
Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Other Science Course
- SOCIAL STUDIES
4 Credits
World Geography, World History, U.S. History, U.S. Government (0.5)/ Economics (0.5)
- LANGUAGE OTHER THAN ENGLISH (LOTE)
2 Credits
Credits must be in the same language
- PHYSICAL EDUCATION
1 Credit or substitution
- FINE ART
1 Credit
- ELECTIVES
6 Credits
8. Future Pathways TO EXPLORE
See the prerequisites and requirements for admission
Find a school that best fits your child