Academic :: Graduation Requirements
Seniors must meet all graduation requirements to participate in graduation ceremonies. Seniors will be charged a graduation fee of $100 to cover the costs of the ACT, diploma, cap and gown, and other graduation expenses.
General Diploma
A general diploma will be granted to a student:
- Who has been in attendance for at least the full final semester of the school year immediately prior to graduation.
- Whose conduct and attendance have been satisfactory.
- Who has a zero balance on his/her school account.
- Who has received a score at the 35th percentile or better on national standardized testing.
- Who has completed the following course work for a general diploma:
| Religion |
4 credits (1 credit for each year in attendance at an SDA secondary school) |
| English |
4 credits |
| Science |
3 credits (Biology required) |
| Social Studies |
3 credits (including 1 credit of U.S. History,
½ credit of Economics, ½ credit of Government) |
| Mathematics |
3 credits (Algebra I required) |
| Health |
½ credit |
| Physical Education |
½ credit |
| Computer Skills |
1 credit (or competency exam) |
| Vocational Training |
½ credit for each year in attendance |
| Electives |
As needed to complete graduation requirements of 25 credits |
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College Preparatory Course Work
A College Preparatory Diploma includes the general requirements as well as the following stipulations:
- Four mathematics courses which must be Algebra I and higher.
Pre-Algebra and/or Consumer Math do not meet this requirement.
- World History is suggested.
- Foreign language (two years of the same language).
- Chemistry is highly recommended.
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Attendance Diploma
Occasionally there are circumstances where a student may not be able to meet the regular academic requirements for graduation, yet the family wants their child in a Seventh-day Adventist school environment. The following policy has been developed to meet these special needs. It is understood that the Attendance Diploma is not the equivalent of a high school diploma and does not meet college entrance requirements.
A. Criteria for acceptance into Attendance Diploma program:
- A written request from the parents/guardian for admission into the program
- Documented learning disability
- Signed statement of understanding by parent/guardian and student
B. Requirements for continuing in the program:
- The student must demonstrate progress commensurate with his/her ability.
- Faithful class attendance is required.
C. Requirements for receiving the Attendance Diploma:
- The student must be enrolled in a high school program for a minimum of 4 years.
- The student must be enrolled in 5 classes per year.
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Updated:
03/04/2008
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