Requirement to participate in the graduation ceremony Fine Art courses that meet requirement Other Options and Requirements

Important

Students/parents and guardians who are interested in either of these options must consult with their dean and determine how the alternative option will be incorporated into a plan for meeting district graduation requirements. All alternative options must be approved prior to beginning any work or beginning a testing process.

Credit for Learning

Credit for Learning is an option that high school students have for earning credit by attaining course learner outcomes through a pre-approved, out-of-school learning experience.

Course Waivers and Course Test Out/Assess Out

Consistent with Minnesota Statute 120B.024, requests for course test out/assess out will be reviewed on an individual basis. Determinations regarding whether a course will be waived or credit will be granted is determined by the principal in consultation with the student, dean and a teacher from the specified content area.

Credit Plus

The Credit Plus program is designed to help students recover credits for failed classes that are required for graduation. Students will utilize Apex Learning online curriculum with the support of a licensed teacher. Credit Plus is offered both during the school day and after school. Students, deans, and guardians will determine which scheduling option is best for each student. Although classes are delivered online, students must attend classes and meet with their teachers to earn the credit needed for graduation.

Students hoping to participate in Division I or II athletics in college must plan carefully as they complete high school courses. A list of NCAA elgible courses are listed on page 9. Application for eligibility is made after the junior year of high school.

ACT and SAT scores are also factored into final eligibility decisions. For complete details, see the NCAA Guide for the College-Bound Student-Athlete brochure available at www.NCAA.org.

For purposes of meeting core curriculum requirements, a “core course” is defined by the NCAA as a recognized academic course designed to prepare a student for college level work as opposed to a vocational or personal service course. Courses taught at a level below the high school’s regular academic instruction level (ie. remedial, special education or compensatory) shall not be considered as “core courses” regardless of course content. See your dean for a list of “core courses” that have been approved by the NCAA initial Eligibility Center.

Minnesota Two-year Community and Technical Colleges have an “Open Admissions Policy”. This means that if you have a high school diploma or a GED, you can enroll. No standardized tests are required, nor are your grades in high school taken into consideration. It is recommended that you take a well-rounded high school course load, similar to the High School Course Preparation Requirements listed below, if you plan to transfer to a four-year college later. Otherwise, select courses which provide you a range of experiences and prepare you for your chosen career field.

State universities generally will accept you if you can answer “yes” to at least one of these quesƟ ons: Did you graduate in the top half of your high school class? Did you score 21 or higher on the ACT standardized test? Some universities may have slightly different admission requirements. If students do not meet the minimum admission requirement, they may be considered under special circumstances. All applicants are expected to have completed the High School Course Preparation Requirements that include: • 4 years English • 3 years Mathematics, including Intermediate Algebra, Advanced Algebra and Geometry • 3 years of Science, including Biology and Physical Science with labs • 3 years of Social Studies, including Geography and US History • 2 years of a single World Language • 1 year of specified electives (world culture, computer science, arts, music)