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Graduation Requirements

Grade

Class of

9

2011

10

2010

11

2009

12

2008

Number of credits that must be earned

140

140

140

140

Number of courses that must be taken and passed:

English**

4

4

4

4

Mathematics

3

3

3

3

Social Studies

3

3

3

3

Science

3

3

3

3

Physical Ed.

2

2

2

2

* Seniors must earn a minimum of 30 credits in their senior year to graduate.

** The four English courses that satisfy this requirement are exclusive of electives.

*** All students must pass MCAS tests in order to receive a diploma.

Except for seniors, students will not be allowed to enroll in two required English courses within the same school year. Providing the student meets the eligibility requirement, failures must be made up in summer school before a student is able to proceed to the next appropriate English course.

High School Planning Calendar
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The following calendar will help lead you through the highlights of the college selection process throughout your four years of high school. It is intended as a rough guide, so if you have more particular questions, don't hesitate to call on one of the college guidance staff.