Requirements For Graduation
Basic Requirements
In order to qualify for a diploma, students must complete four years of English, Science, Social Studies, Mathematics, Physical Education and elective classes; a total of 44 credits are required for graduation. In addition, students are required to complete at least one year of Foreign Language; one credit each of Music and Art are also required.
Regents Diploma
A New York State Regents Diploma will be given to students that pass the Regents Examinations in English, Global History, American History, Algebra, Geometry, Advanced Algebra and Trigonometry, Foreign Language, Biology, Chemistry, Physics and complete three years of a Foreign Language. Students who have completed a minimum of nine semesters (9 credits) of arts study, along with a rigorous assessment of their art form, including passing the Visual Arts or Music Regents Examination, will also earn the NYC Chancellor’s Arts Endorsed Diploma.
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