Entering grade 9 in the 2017-18, 2018-19, 2019-20, 2020-21, 2021-22 school year
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Credits for Highline Public Schools |
| English |
4 |
Mathematics
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3
Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2 or other 3rd credit of math* |
| Science |
3
Including at least 2 lab science A 3rd cred of science2 |
| Social Studies |
3
1 US History, 1 Cont. Global issues, 0.5 Civics and 0.5 Other Social Studies |
| World Language |
2
Both credits may be a Personalized Pathway Requirements3
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| Arts |
2
1 credit may be a Personalized Pathway Requirements
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| Health and Fitness |
2
.5 Health and 1.5 Fitness Students must earn credit for physical education unless excused per RCW 28A.230.050 |
| Career & Technical Education (CTE) |
1 |
| Electives |
4 |
| Total Required Credits |
24 |
Non-credit Requirements:
- High School and Beyond Plan
- Washington State history and government course (7th grade)
Pathways:
- Smarter Balanced (SBA) English/Language Arts (ELA) test
- Smarter Balanced (SBA) Math test
- State-approved Pathway Option (See your School Counselor for available options)
* A waiver was granted from Washington State to postpone the start of the new state graduation requirements until 2021. The 2018 credit requirements will be in place through 2020.
2 The 3rd credit of science and the 3rd credit of math are chosen by the student based on the student’s interest and High school and Beyond Plan, and approved by the parent or guardian, or if the parent or guardian is unavailable or does not indicate a preference, the school counselor or principal (WAC 180-51-068).
3 Personalized Pathway Requirement are related courses that lead to a specific post high school career or educational outcome chosen by the student based on the student’s interest and High school and Beyond Plan, that may include Career and Technical Education, and are intended to provide a focus for the student’s learning. Highline Public Schools Graduation Requirements, Class of 2021 and Beyond Entering the 9th grade in the 2017-18 school year
4 Students in the class of 2021 receiving special education services are eligible to earn a certificate of Individual Achievement (CIA)/high school diploma by meeting standard in the Washington Alternative Assessment System (WAAS). Eligibility is determined by a student’s IEP team.
5 Washington State History and Government is a required course taken in 7th grade. Highline students missing the 7th grade course must complete a Washington State History online course with student assignments (See counselor for details). Out-of-state/district student transfer courses will be evaluated by Highline Public Schools on a case-by-case basis.
