Graduation Requirements

Promotion

Students in grades 9 through 12 earn credits for graduation through completion of courses. Students must have a minimum of four credits for promotion to grade 10, ten credits for promotion to grade 11, and sixteen credits for promotion to grade 12.

Minimum Graduation Requirements

The minimum requirements for graduation from Washington County Public Schools adhere to but are not limited by the standards established by the State of Maryland. To earn a WCPS Diploma students must Earn a minimum of twenty-four (24) credits:

• English—4 credits
• Social Studies—3 credits
  • 1 United States Studies II
  • 1 Local, State, and National Government
  • 1 World History
• Mathematics—4 credits
  • 1 Algebraic Concepts
  • 1 Geometric Concepts
  • 2 Additional Mathematics Credits
• Science, laboratory-based—3 credits
  • 1 Biology
  • 2 Additional Science Credits
• Fine Arts—1 credit
• Technology Education—1 credit
• Physical Education—1 credit
• Health/Life Skills—1 credit
• Electives—6 credits
• 75 hours of Student Service Learning

Important Information

Students are required to accomplish the following for graduation:

• Take the HSA in English 11, Algebra and Biology AND
• Pass all three tests OR
• Earn a combined score equal to the total of the three passing scores OR
• Earn a passing score on approved substitute tests or meet the HSA requirements through successful completion of the Bridge Program

Completer Programs

Students are also required to complete requirements in at least one of the following two programs:

• Career Technology Education
• University of Maryland requirements

For more information, please review the Student Handbook.

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