Core 40 Graduation Requirements
Course and Credit Requirements |
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| Theology | 8 credits |
| English/Language Arts | 8 credits Including a balance of literature, composition and speech. |
| Mathematics | 6 credits 2 credits: Algebra I2 credits: Geometry 2 credits: Algebra II Or complete Integrated Math I, II, and III for 6 credits. All students must complete a math or physics course in the junior or senior year. |
| Science | 6 credits 2 credits: Biology I2 credits: Chemistry I or Physics I or Integrated Chemistry-Physics 2 credits: any Core 40 science course |
| Social Studies | 6 credits 2 credits: U.S. History1 credit: U.S. Government 1 credit: Economics 2 credits: World History/Civilization or Geography/History of the World |
| Directed Electives | 5 credits World LanguagesFine Arts Career-Technical |
| Physical Education | 2 credits |
| Health and Wellness | 1 credit |
| Electives* | 6 Credits (Career Academic Sequence Recommended) |
48 Total Credits Required |
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For the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma (55 credits), students must:
- Complete all requirements for Core 40.
- Earn 2 additional Core 40 math credits
- Earn 6-8 Core 40 world language credits (6 credits in one language or 4 credits each in two languages).
- Earn 2 Core 40 fine arts credits.
- Earn a grade of a "C" or better in courses that will count toward the diploma.
- Have a grade point average of a "B" or better.
- Complete one of the following:
- A. Complete AP courses (4 credits) and corresponding AP exams
- B. Complete IB courses (4 credits) and corresponding IB exams
- C. Earn a combined score of 1200 or higher on the SAT critical reading and mathematics
- D. Score a 26 or higher composite on the ACT
- E. Complete dual high school/college credit courses from an accredited postsecondary institution (6 transferable college credits)
- Complete a combination of AP courses (2 credits) and corresponding AP exams and dual high school/college credit course(s) from an accredited postsecondary institution (3 transferable college credits)
