Pelham High School
Counseling Center
Graduation Requirements
There are two types of
diplomas offered at Pelham High School: the Regular Diploma and the
Advanced Diploma. Carnegie unit (credit) requirements are listed below
with the specific course requirements. A Carnegie unit of credit is
earned by successfully completing a year-long course. In addition,
students must pass all five parts of the Alabama High School Exit Exam:
Reading, Math, Language, Science and Social Studies. The purpose of the
Advanced Diploma is to offer a guide for college preparation. Students
and parents should consult college catalogs for specific admission
criteria at various institutions.
Minimum Course
Requirements
for the Regular Diploma
| Subject |
Credits
|
Subject Requirements |
| English |
4 |
|
| Math |
4 |
Algebra I, Geometry plus two more math courses |
| Science |
4 |
Biology, a physical science, plus two more
sciences |
| Social Studies |
4 |
Modern World History, Colonial U.S. History,
Modern U.S. History, U.S. Government, Economics |
| Health Education |
1/2 |
|
| Physical Education |
1 |
|
| Computer Literacy |
1/2* |
|
| Fine Arts |
1/2 |
|
| Electives |
5 1/2 |
|
| Total |
24 |
|
Minimum Course
Requirements
for Advanced Diploma
| Subject |
Credits |
Subject Requirements |
| English |
4 |
One year must be of an Advanced level |
| Math |
4 |
Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II |
| Science |
4 |
Biology, a physical science, plus two more
advanced sciences |
| Social Studies |
4 |
Modern World History, Colonial U.S. History,
Modern U.S. History, U.S. Government, Economics |
| Foreign Language |
2 |
2 credits of the same language |
| Health Education |
1/2 |
|
| Physical Education |
1 |
|
| Computer Literacy |
1/2* |
|
| Fine Arts |
1/2 |
|
| Electives |
5 1/2 |
|
| Total |
26 |
|
| Grade Level Placement |
Total Credits
|
| 9 |
Promotion from 8th Grade
|
| 10 |
6 |
| 11 |
12 |
| 12 |
18 |
