Courses Required for College Preparatory Diploma
Subject Area
Credits Required
English Language and Literature (All courses include literary selections, vocabulary and composition)
4
Science (Biology is required, Chemistry is recommended, all courses include a lab)
3
Social Studies (US History, Government and Economics are required)
3
Mathematics (Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2 and one advanced course are required)
4
Foreign Language (At least 2 consecutive years of the same language)
2
Fine or Performing Arts (Art or Music History or Appreciation, Music Performance, Studio Art)
1
Health and Physical Education (minimum .5 Health and 1.5 Physical Education)
2
Religion (.5) World Religions, Old or New Testament and Ethics (.5)
1
Electives (a wide variety are available across the curriculum including special interest courses)
4
Total Credits Required
24
Courses Required for General High School Diploma
Subject Area
Credits Required
English Language and Literature (All courses include literary selections, vocabulary and composition)
4
Science (Biology is required, Chemistry is recommended, all courses include a lab)
3
Social Studies (US History, Government and Economics are required)
3
Mathematics (Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2 and one advanced course are required)
3
Vocational or Fine Arts (many courses are available for all interests)
2
Health and Physical Education (minimum .5 Health and 1.5 Physical Education)
2
Religion and Ethics (minimum one semester each) World Religions, Old or New Testament
1
Life Skills or Working for Success (to prepare for work or entry into Vocational or Technical Schools)
1
Electives (a wide variety are available across the curriculum including special interest courses)
5
Total Credits Required
24