Course and Credit Requirements for Graduation

Minimum Credit Requirements

English Social Studies Mathematics Science Physical Education/Fitness for Life Health Fine Arts Electives

Minimum Total

4.0 3.5 3.0 3.0 .5 .5 1.0 6.5 22.0

This distribution of credits will NOT be sufficient to satisfy entrance requirements for many post-secondary institutions. College admission information can be found on Naviance or on the College website. Students who wish to meet requirements through ANY experience or coursework outside of Irondale High School MUST HAVE PRIOR APPROVAL.

Alternative Options for Students to Meet Academic Requirements

Credit for Learning

Credit for Learning is an option that high school students have for earning credit by attaining course learner outcomes through a pre-approved, out-of-school learning experience.

Course Waivers and Course Test Out/Assess Out

Consistent with Minnesota Statute 120B.024, requests for course test out/assess out will be reviewed on an individual basis.

Determinations regarding whether a course will be waived or credit will be granted is determined by the principal in consultation with the student, dean and a teacher from the specified content area.

Important

Students/parents and guardians who are interested in either of these options must consult with their dean and determine how the alternative option will be incorporated into a plan for meeting district graduation requirements. All alternative options must be approved prior to beginning any work or beginning a testing process.

Fine Arts Requirement 1.0 credit in the arts is required for graduation. These courses will count toward fulfillment of this requirement:

Art 1 Cartooning & Animation Digital Photography I Digital Photography II Senior Art AP Art and Design ARCC Art Appreciation Drawing Graphic Design Painting Pottery 1 Pottery 2 Sculpture Yearbook Editor Yearbook Publication Varsity Band Concert Band Symphonic Winds Varsity Orchestra Concert Orchestra Symphony Orchestra Knightingales Varsity Choir Honors Concert Choir ARCC Music Appreciation ARCC Singing Fundamentals Photoshop for Publishing Web Design 916 Graphic Design 916 Cosmetology