GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

In order to receive a state-endorsed Board of Education diploma, a student shall demonstrate minimum levels of proficiency in reading, writing and mathematics on the High School Proficiency Assessment; successfully complete the course and credit requirements adopted by the Board, including those mandated by the State of New Jersey; and fulfill the attendance requirements established by the Board.

Beginning with the class of 2003, 130 credits will be required for graduation. These credits include 4 years of language arts, 3 each of history and mathematics, 3 of science, 2 years of a world language, 2 of fine, performing and/or practical arts, 4 of health and physical education, at least 1 course designated by the district as teaching computer proficiencies. plus other electives.

Pupils with limited English proficiency shall be provided with educational opportunities required by law and must fulfill regular state and district graduation requirements. Provision may also be made for advanced credit/standing, independent study, and early graduation.

Graduation Proficiencies

Students will receive a written statement of the proficiencies they will be expected to master in order to pass each course they take. Under certain conditions, credit may be granted for passing a designated year-end examination without the formal course.

State-Wide Competency Tests

Students must achieve a competency level on the High School Proficiency Assessment (H.S.P.A.), given in the 11th grade in Language Arts, Literacy, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies as a requirement for graduation. A remedial program is required for students who do not pass one or all of the tests.