Promotion/Graduation Requirements
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Middle School Graduation = 100 credits
High School Graduation = 230 credits and passing score on both parts of CASHEE examination
The number of credits needed to be promoted from each grade is as follows:
9th grade - 50 credits; 11th grade - 150 credits
10th grade - 100 credits; 12th grade - 220 credits)
(Each successfully completed semester class equals 5 credits.)
| High School Courses Required for Graduation |
| English | 4 years | 40 credits |
| Social Studies | 3 years | 30 credits |
| Mathematics | 3 years | 30 credits |
| (Including Algebra) |
| Science | 3 years | 30 credits |
| Physical Ed. | 2 years | 20 credits |
| Arts | 1 year | 10 credits |
| Visual/Performing |
| World Language | 1 year | 10 credits |
| Health | 1/2 year | 10 credits |
| Electives | | 50 credits |
Effective 2006, students must also pass both sections of the California High School Exit Examination (CAHSEE).
Consult with counselor regarding specific University eligibility requirements.
In order for a senior to be eligible for participation in the graduation ceremony, there are academic and behavioral expectations, which must be demonstrated throughout high school. This includes attendance in all classes, and satisfactory citizenship. Graduation is a privilege and a senior may be held out of the ceremony if found violating the guidelines found in the "Handbook for Appropriate and Expected School Behavior" or for violation of the Parent/Student Contract.
Eligibility for graduation depends upon the successful completion of academic requirements:
- Beginning with the class of 2007, students are required to complete a minimum of 220 units for graduation and specified course requirements; 210 units are still required for graduation through 2006.
- Under current state law, all students, starting with the Class of 2006, will have to pass the CAHSEE to receive a high school diploma. The test is designed to measure competency in meeting state approved standards in reading, writing and mathematics; all students must pass all three sections of the test to graduate. Multiple testing opportunities will be scheduled in grades 10-12. This exam will replace the proficiency exams that each district has utilized since 1980 to assess prospective graduates.
In order to participate in the graduation ceremony, students must:
- Participate in all rehearsals prior to graduation in order to graduate on stage.
- Have the Behavior and Attendance Policy and Parent-student Contract signed by parent and student, and be on file in the school office. (This form is mailed to each student in the summer mailing).
- Satisfactory attendance: No more than twenty (20) full day absences (either excused or unexcused) for the year.
The annual parent notification that explains the Education Code attendance policy (Education Code 48205) is available upon request from the Dean's Office.
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