ELIGIBILITY POLICY
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Below are the requirements for the class of 2011.
English
Language Arts
4 credits
Aligned with subject area content expectations developed by the Department and approved by the State Board of Education
Mathematics
4 credits
Algebra 1
Geometry
Algebra 2
1 additional math or math-related credit
Math or math-related credit in the final year
Science
3 credits
Biology
Chemistry or Physics
1 additional Science credit
Social Studies
3 credits
.5 Civics
.5 Economics
U.S. History and Geography
World History and Geography
Health and Physical Education
1 credit
Credit guidelines developed by the Michigan Department of Education
Visual, Performing, Applied Arts
1 credit
Credit guidelines developed by the Michigan Department of Education
World Languages
2 credits
Begins with the Class of 2016
Credits earned in Grades 9 - 12 OR An equivalent learning experience in
grades K - 12
Online Learning Experience
Online course or learning experience OR Online experience is incorporated into each of the required credits.