Graduation Requirements
(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)
(Education Code 51225.3)
Two semesters in a biological science
Two semesters in a physical science
(Education Code 51225.3)
Two semesters in visual and performing arts or
foreign language
One full semester of health class
Required during grades 9-12; classes may be selected
from course offerings in any department.
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)
(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
(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
(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.