Graduation Requirements |
St. James High School
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Policies & Procedures for Graduation
A great amount of time and effort is devoted to the process of scheduling students and developing a master schedule. Beginning with freshman year, students should be planning towards graduation four years down the road. While crossover is possible, students entering freshman year will normally follow one of two general tracks - that of preparing for post-graduate schooling at a four year college, or that of pursuing a vocational path through technical, trade or vocational schooling leading to entrance into the workforce.
Development of a personal plan of study for high school will enhance the student's chance of meeting his/her educational goals. Courses should be carefully selected after conferring with parents, counselors and teachers. All efforts to meet a student's course needs will be made, however, students should reasonably expect to make some adjustments to either the next semester or year. STUDENTS SHOULD REALIZE THAT AFTER THEY HAVE CHOSEN THEIR COURSES, THEY ARE NOT EXPECTED TO DROP THEM. (Schedule changes will be in accordance with procedures outlined in the student handbook.)
Students planning on continuing their educations and careers at institutes requiring standardized test results are recommended to, as a minimum, take the following courses:
English 4 credits
Social Studies 3 credits
Math 3 credits
Science 3 credits
In the math and science areas, it is strongly recommended the student have the following: Algebra I & II, Geometry, Physical Science, Biology I, and Chemistry I.
ASVAB, ACT, AND PSAT PREPARATION:
The ASVAB is administered yearly in the fall of your junior year. Currently the PSAT is administered on a select basis at the beginning of your sophomore year.
All of the courses listed in this handbook will be offered, except in the case of low enrollment or lack of certified personnel to teach. If a class has reached its maximum assigned level, the student will select another course, but be given priority the next semester or year, for the course. In order to receive an Alternative School Diploma and participate in the graduation ceremony, the student must complete and fulfill an Alternative School Application and Contract. All education opportunities are offered without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, or handicap.
Graduation Requirements:
A great amount of time and effort is devoted to the process of scheduling students and developing a master schedule. Beginning with freshman year, students should be planning towards graduation four years down the road. While crossover is possible, students entering freshman year will normally follow one of two general tracks - that of preparing for post-graduate schooling at a four year college, or that of pursuing a vocational path through technical, trade or vocational schooling leading to entrance into the workforce.
Development of a personal plan of study for high school will enhance the student's chance of meeting his/her educational goals. Courses should be carefully selected after conferring with parents, counselors and teachers. All efforts to meet a student's course needs will be made, however, students should reasonably expect to make some adjustments to either the next semester or year. STUDENTS SHOULD REALIZE THAT AFTER THEY HAVE CHOSEN THEIR COURSES, THEY ARE NOT EXPECTED TO DROP THEM. (Schedule changes will be in accordance with procedures outlined in the student handbook.)
Students planning on continuing their educations and careers at institutes requiring standardized test results are recommended to, as a minimum, take the following courses:
English 4 credits
Social Studies 3 credits
Math 3 credits
Science 3 credits
In the math and science areas, it is strongly recommended the student have the following: Algebra I & II, Geometry, Physical Science, Biology I, and Chemistry I.
ASVAB, ACT, AND PSAT PREPARATION:
The ASVAB is administered yearly in the fall of your junior year. Currently the PSAT is administered on a select basis at the beginning of your sophomore year.
All of the courses listed in this handbook will be offered, except in the case of low enrollment or lack of certified personnel to teach. If a class has reached its maximum assigned level, the student will select another course, but be given priority the next semester or year, for the course. In order to receive an Alternative School Diploma and participate in the graduation ceremony, the student must complete and fulfill an Alternative School Application and Contract. All education opportunities are offered without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, or handicap.
Graduation Requirements:
Class of 2020+ |
|
Language Arts |
4 |
Social Studies |
3 |
Science |
3 |
Math |
3 |
Fine Art |
1 |
Practical Art |
1 |
Physical Education |
1 |
Family Health |
.5 |
Electives |
9.5 |
Total |
26 |