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Graduation Requirements
Graduation Requirements
The diploma type you pursue requires you to take certain classes and pass certain tests. Once you determine course requirements for your diploma type, you can use that information to select courses for next school year. Below you will see the details for each diploma type (standard and advanced) and for the Math and Science Academy.
Standard Diploma
Standard Diploma
To graduate with a Standard Diploma, a student must earn at least 22 standard units of credit and 5 verified units of credit. Students earn standard credits by successfully completing required and elective courses. Students earn verified credits by successfully completing required courses and passing associated end-of-course SOL tests or other assessments approved by the state Board of Education. For a detailed description of the Standard Diploma requirements, click the button below.
Advanced Studies Diploma
Advanced Studies Diploma
To graduate with an Advanced Studies Diploma, a student must earn at least 26 standard units of credit and 5 verified units of credit. Students earn standard credits by successfully completing required and elective courses. Students earn verified credits by successfully completing required courses and passing associated end-of-course SOL tests or other assessments approved by the state Board of Education. For a detailed description of the Advanced Diploma requirements, click the button below.
Math and Science Academy Requirements
Math and Science Academy Requirements
Students who are enrolled in the Math and Science Academy will earn the advanced diploma as well as the Math and Science Academy Seal on their diplomas. In addition to the requirements of the advanced diploma, students in the MSA will complete an academy-level math and science course each year, a Magnet STEM course, and a senior project. Click the button below for additional requirements and sample courses of study.
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