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Foothill High School

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Graduation Requirements

BRIEF OVERVIEW

BRIEF OVERVIEW

Graduation Credit Requirements
English - 40 credits

English - 40 credits

(Education Code 51225.3)
  • Eight semesters in English shall include two semesters in the following courses: ELA 9, ELA 10, ELA 11, ELA 12
  • English Language Development (ELD) courses for English Language Learners can substitute for a maximum of one course per year. (cf. 6142.91) 
 
Mathematics - 30 credits

Mathematics - 30 credits

(Education Code 51225.3)
  • Two semesters shall meet or exceed state academic content standards for Algebra I. (Education Code 51224.5).
  • Four semesters of math in addition to Algebra/Integrated Math 1.
 
Science - 20 credits

Science - 20 credits

(Education Code 51225.3)
  • Two semesters in a Biological Science.
  • Two semesters in a Physical Science.
 
Social Studies - 30 credits

Social Studies - 30 credits

(Education Code 51225.3)
  • Two semesters of United States History.
  • Two semesters of World History.
  • One semester course in American Government and Civics.
  • One semester course in Economics.
 
Visual/Performing Arts/Foreign Language - 10 Credits

Visual/Performing Arts/Foreign Language - 10 Credits

(Education Code 51225.3)
  1. Two semesters in Visual And Performing Arts or Foreign Language.
 
Physical Education - 20 credits

Physical Education - 20 credits

(Education Code 51225.3)
  • Two semesters in PE Course 1.
  • Two semesters in PE Course 2 or 3. (Unless the student has been otherwise exempted pursuant to other sections of the Education Code).
  • The principal of alternative schools has the option to waive up to 10 credits of Physical Education, excluding grade 9 Physical Education.
 
Health - 5 credits

Health - 5 credits

  • One full semester of Health class.
 
Electives - 65 credits

Electives - 65 credits

  • Required during grades 9-12; classes may be selected from course offerings in any department. 
 
Technology Requirement

Technology Requirement

  • Must demonstrate proficiency in current technology or competency on the district technology challenge test or pass at the minimum one semester Technology course. (TRUSD AR 6155)