Graduation requirements are determined by the year in which the student enters the ninth grade.
Required Number of Credits for all graduating classes:
English 4 credits
Social Studies 4
Mathematics 3
Science 3
Art/Music 1
Health ½
*Physical Education 2
**Language other than English 1**
Sequences/Electives 3½
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Minimum Number of Credits
Needed for a N.Y.S. Local or
Regents diploma 22 credits
*Students earn ½ credit of P.E. every year.
**1 unit of credit is earned upon passing the proficiency exam or passing a Level one language course.
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For Information on required Examinations please go to the NYS Education Website listed below for new requirements.
http://www.nysed.gov/common/nysed/files/currentdiplomarequirements2.pdf