*download the course card to make it fillable*
INCOMING 9TH GRADERS
7 scheduled credits
Required: 4 core classes (Math, Science, English and Social Studies)
Suggested: Physical Education (need 3 years of this to graduate)
Electives will complete the remaining 7 credits
*Algebra Keystones are taken freshman year. Keystones pathways are now required for graduation and are taken in the spring of Freshman year.
INCOMING 10TH GRADERS
7 scheduled credits
Required: 4 core classes (Math, Science, English and Social Studies)
Suggested: Physical Education (need 3 years of this to graduate)
Electives will complete the remaining 7 credits
*Biology and English II Keystones are taken sophomore year. Keystones pathways are now required for graduation and are taken in the spring of Sophomore year.
INCOMING 11TH GRADERS
7 scheduled credits
Required: 4 core classes (Math, Science, English and Social Studies)
Suggested: Physical Education (need 3 years of this to graduate)
Electives will complete the remaining 7 credits
*All Juniors take the ASVABS in the fall of Junior year. This can be significant for the Keystone pathways as well.
*This year planning for life after high school is important. Whether career, tech school or college; students need to be building their resumes and reaching out to their counselors and teachers for help when needed.
INCOMING 12TH GRADERS
22-24 total credits required to graduate. (Please ask if you are unsure of your credit standing)
Required: English 4
Required: 3 years of: Science, Social Studies, Math and P.E. to graduate
Required: Keystone Pathways completed to graduate.
Class of 2030 - Mr. Patrick Tierney
Class of 2029 - Ms. Meghan Cummings
Class of 2028 - Mrs. Jessie Alexander-Gray
Class of 2027 - Mrs. Jennifer Crager
Students with GIEPs, Life Skills, CPCTC - Ms. Stacy Thorpe
Class of 2030 - Mr. Thomas Moore
Class of 2029 - Mr. Aaron Walter
Class of 2028 - Miss Virginia Bramley
Class of 2027 - Mrs. Jennifer Marczyk
By February 6, 2026, all current full-time ExCEL students must:
➡ Submit a completed course card to your school counselor
➡ If you plan to return to in-person learning or move to a blended schedule next school year, contact your counselor by February 6, 2026 to discuss your options
We’re here to help and support you through the process.