Requirements for Diploma
Grades 7 - 8
All 7th and 8th graders take a prescribed set of courses. In the 8th grade, students choose one of the world languages to study.
Grades 9 - 12
The normal distribution pattern to qualify for the diploma of graduation is:
| English | 4 units |
| Mathematics | 3 units |
| History | 3 units, one of which must be U.S. History |
| Science | 2 units of laboratory science |
| World languages | 3 units |
| Fine arts | 2 units, one of which must be completed freshmen year |
Nomenclature Designations for Courses
Some courses of an advanced nature are labeled to indicate the academic level as follows:
Advanced Placement Course (AP): A course designed to follow the syllabus recommended for preparation for the CEEB AP Examination given in May.
Honors Course (H): A course covering extended content and requiring more work than does the standard course. Qualified students are encouraged to take the AP Examination.