| Subject Area |
Specific Credit Requirements |
| English |
4 credits |
| Fine Arts |
1 credit (Selected courses in art, dance, drama/theater, and music that satisfy the fine arts requirement are marked FA.) |
| Health Education |
0.5 credit |
| Mathematics |
4 credits** (1 credit algebra, 1 credit geometry.) Students who successfully complete a calculus course may be exempted from this 4-credit requirement. |
| Physical Education |
1 credit |
| Science |
3 credits (1 biology creidt and 1 physical science credit music be included) |
| Social Studies |
3 credits (1 US History credit, 1 World History credit, and 1 National, State, and Local Government credit) |
| Technology Education |
1 credit |
The additional credits required for graduation may be fulfilled by one of the following options:
Electives |
Option 1 |
Option 2
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Option 3
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Option 4 |
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2 credits in a foreign language and 2.5 credits in elective courses |
2 credits in advanced technology education and 2.5 credits in elective courses |
2 credits in an American Sign Language and 2.5 credits in elective courses |
4 credits in a state-approved career and technology program and 0.5 credit in elective courses |
Student Service Learning (SSL)
Students must meet established service-learning requirements.
Graduating Classes of 2009 and Later
Students must pass the Maryland High School Assessments for English, algebra/data analysis, biology, and government. For the most recent information on the requirements visit the website: http://www.mcpshsa.org.
