CENTINELA VALLEY UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Graduation Requirements: Class of 2011 and Beyond
| English | 40 Credits | |
| English 9 | 10 Credits | |
| English 10 | 10 Credits | |
| English 11 | 10 Credits | |
| English 12 | 10 Credits | |
| Mathematics | 20 Credits | |
| Algebra I or higher. Courses below Algebra I do not count toward the 20 credits required for graduation. | ||
| Social Science | 30 Credits | |
| World History | 10 Credits | |
| US History | 10 Credits | |
| US Government | 5 Credits | |
| Economics | 10 Credits | |
| Science | 20 Credits | |
| Biological Science | 10 Credits | |
| Physical Science | 10 Credits | |
| World Languages/Visual and Performing Arts/Practical Arts | 20 Credits | |
| 10 credits in two of three areas. | ||
| Physical Education | 20 Credits | |
| Electives | 70 Credits | |
| Total Credits Required for Graduation: | 220 | |
| Additional Requirement: | CAHSEE | |
Students must complete all course requirements and pass the California High School Exit Exam in order to participate in graduation ceremonies and receive a diploma.
CVUHSD Courses Required for High School Graduation and University Admission
(Updated May 2010)
| Subject Area CVUHSD | Requirements | UC Requirements | CSU Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 4 Years English 9 English 10 English 11 English 12 |
4 Years English 9 English 10 English 11 English 12 |
4 Years English 9 English 10 English 11 English 12 |
| Mathematics | 2 Years Algebra I Geometry (or higher) |
3 Years Algebra I Geometry Algebra II (or higher) 4 years recommended |
3 Years Algebra I Geometry Algebra II |
| Social Science | 3 Years US History World History US Government Economics |
2 Years World History US History |
2 Years US History |
| Science | 2 Years Biological Science Physical Science |
2 Years (with lab) Biology or Chemistry or Physics 3 years recommended |
2 Years (with lab) Biological Science Physical Science |
| World Language | 2 Years 1 year-long course from two of three areas. |
2 Years (same language) 3 years recommended |
2 Years (same language) |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 1 Year (same art) Dance or Drama/Theater or Music or Visual Art |
1 Year (same art) Dance or Drama/Theater or Music or Visual Art |
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| Practical Arts | |||
| Electives | (Number will vary based on student schedule) |
1 Year (college prep) Additional Mathematics, Science, English, Art, Social Studies, or World Language |
1 Year (college prep) Additional Mathematics, Science, English, Art, Social Studies, or World Language |
| Physical Education | 2 Years |