Graduation Requirements
Credits: In order to graduate, MPA students must have 4 English credits, 4 social studies credits, 3 mathematics credits, 3 science credits, 3 world language credits, 2.5 instrumental, theater, visual arts, vocal, or physical education, and .5 health credits.
The Service Program at Mounds Park requires each student to complete a minimum of 60 hours over four years in order to graduate. Thirty hours are required for the Senior Service Project regardless of how many hours a student has completed during the first three years.
Senior Service Project: All MPA seniors submit a service project proposal individually, complete a minimum of 30 hours of focused service, keep a record or journal of their experiences, and prepare an end-of- the- year “exhibit” or presentation based on their experience. All projects are displayed and presented at the annual Service Fair in the week prior to Commencement.
Senior Performances: Each member of the MPA senior class gives a 15-minute speech or performance to his or her peers and the MPA community.
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