Graduation Requirements

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

CONTENT AREA

COURSES

# OF CREDITS

English

English 1, 2, 3, & 4 or equivalent

4

Mathematics

Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, & one core math course

4

Science

Integrated Science/Physics, Chemistry, & Biology 

3

Social Studies

Civics/AP Govt, World History/AP Human/AP World, & US History/AP US History

3

Health & Physical Education

Health & Physical Education 

0.5 H

0.5 PE

Visual & Performing Arts

Aligned to VPA standards, such as Art, Choir, Band, or Theatre

1

Financial Literacy*

*Class of 2029 (25/26 Freshmen) and beyond must complete 1 credit course. Classes prior to must have completed courses with financial literacy content embedded.

1

World Language

**However, if planning on attending a 4 year college, 2 years of the same language is required.

0**

Electives

Based on Student’s ILP and/or future plans

7-8

TOTAL

Minimum required to graduate from SOHS

24

Civics Exam

Pass with 60% or higher 

Individual Learning Plan

Each student shall complete an ILP that emphasizes their future career plan(s) and courses the student will take.  The ILP will be modified each year.

Technology

Demonstrate performance-based competency in technology. This occurs throughout your courses (embedded). 

Students must earn 5 credits to be a 10th grader, 11 to be an 11th grader, and 17 to be a senior.