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Graduation Requirements

Graduation Requirements

4.0 units   English/Language Arts
3.0 units   Mathematics
   (This includes courses at or above the level of Algebra 1)
3.0 units    Science
   (This includes content and laboratory studies in the physical, biological and chemical sciences)
3.0 units    Social Studies
   1 unit of    U.S. History
   1 unit of    World History, World Geography or World Studies
   1 unit of    Urban Citizenship (grade 9-10) or
   0.5 units of American Government and
   0.5 units of Economics (grade 11-12)
1.5 units    Physical Education
1.0 units    Fine Arts
0.5 units    Health
0.01 units  Community Service, Learning Service experience, online course, or service learning
6.0 units    Electives

22.01 units    TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
 
Units required to be promoted at the end of the school year:
  • 9th grade student (freshman) – fewer than 5 units
  • 10th grade student (sophomore) – 5 units or more
  • 11th grade student (junior) – 10 units or more
  • 12th grade student (senior) – 16 units or more
 

Additional Information

The curriculum at Grandview High School meets the MPS requirements for high school graduation.
 
In addition to the credit requirement, seniors must complete a Xello Portfolio prior to graduation. The portfolio consists of post graduation planning and preparation activities to help them be prepared for life after graduation. Activities include: career exploration, college tours, and important documents that will be required of them as adults.
 
Students are also required to pass the Civics Exam with a 65% or better score in order to graduate.
 
Students are eligible to attend MPS Summer School Program.
 
If a student has already completed 4 full years of High School, 18.01 units will be required for graduation. 
All the same graduation requirements as listed above except the Elective Courses category is changed to 2 units.
Our school counselor will make the determination if you qualify for the 18 credit diploma or not.