Graduation Requirements
🎓 Graduation Requirements Reminder
To earn your high school diploma, students must successfully complete all New York State and district requirements.
Credit Requirements:
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English: 4 credits
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Social Studies: 4 credits
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Mathematics: 3 credits
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Science: 3 credits
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World Language: 1 credit
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Health: 0.5 credit
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Physical Education: 2 credits (earned over 4 years)
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Arts (Visual Art, Music, or Theater): 1 credit
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Electives: Remaining credits to reach 22 total
Exams:
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Students must pass required Regents Exams (English, Math, Science, and Social Studies) or approved alternatives depending on diploma type.
🎓 Graduation Requirements Reminder
To earn your high school diploma, students must successfully complete all New York State and district requirements.
Credit Requirements:
-
English: 4 credits
-
Social Studies: 4 credits
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Mathematics: 3 credits
-
Science: 3 credits
-
World Language: 1 credit
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Health: 0.5 credit
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Physical Education: 2 credits (earned over 4 years)
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Arts (Visual Art, Music, or Theater): 1 credit
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Electives: Remaining credits to reach 22 total
Exams:
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Students must pass required Regents Exams (English, Math, Science, and Social Studies) or approved alternatives depending on diploma type.
What’s Changing:
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The Portrait of a Graduate is now the foundation for graduation in New York State.
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Regents Exams will no longer be required for a diploma (phasing out by 2029–30).
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Students will show mastery through multiple pathways — projects, portfolios, or performance tasks.
What This Means for Families:
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Your child’s education will focus more on critical thinking, communication, creativity, and citizenship.
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Schools will offer more ways for students to demonstrate learning and success beyond standardized tests.
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Graduation will still require academic rigor and 22 credits, but with greater flexibility and personal relevance.
What You Can Do:
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Talk with your child about their goals and strengths.
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Encourage curiosity, reflection, and problem-solving.
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Stay informed through school updates as changes roll out through 2029.
