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Graduation Requirements

Graduation Requirements

Douglas R. Welch High School Graduation Requirements
Credits: 18

English Language Arts: 4 Credits

  • English 9 -1.0
  • English 10 -1.0
  • English 11 -1.0
  • English Elective -1.0

Mathematics: 4 Credits

  • Algebra 1 -1.0
  • Geometry -1.0
  • Algebra 11 -1.0
  • Senior Math elective -1.0

Physical Education & Health: 1 Credit

  • PE -.5
  • Health -.5

Science: 3 Credits

  • Earth Science -1.0
  • Biology -1.0
  • Chemistry or Physics -1.0

Social Studies: 3 Credits

  • World History -1.0
  • US History -1.0
  • Government -.5
  • Economics -.5

Visual, Performing and Applied Arts: 1 Credit

World Language: 2 Credits

Total Credits: 18 Credits

Notes:  Core/graduation requirements have been established by the State of Michigan.  All students must complete the required Michigan Merit Curriculum classes to graduate.

Students will be allowed to Test Out of courses according to State Law and Douglas R. Welch High School policy.  Check in the office for more information.