505.5 - Graduation Requirements

Students must successfully complete the courses required by the board and Iowa Department of Education in order to graduate. 

It is the responsibility of the superintendent to ensure students complete grades one through twelve and that high school students complete 52 credits prior to graduation.  The following credits will be required:

                                                           

                  World History                          2 credits
                  American History                  2 credits
                  American Government      1 credit 
                  Social Studies Elective      1 credit
                  Language Arts                       8 credits
                  Mathematics                          6 credits
                  Science                                    6 credits 
                  Health                                       1 credit 
                  Physical Ed.                           4 credit 
                  Elective Course                   21 credits
                 TOTAL CREDITS                 52 CREDITS
                

 

The required courses of study will be reviewed by the board annually.

Prior to graduation, the district will advise students on how to successfully complete the free application for federal student aid.

Graduation requirements for special education students include successful completion of four years of English, three years of math, three years of social studies and three years of science.

Students who complete a regular session in the Legislative Page Program of the general assembly at the state capitol will be credited ½ credit of social studies.

Students enrolled in a junior officers’ training corp will receive 1/8th physical education credit for each semester the student is enrolled in the program. 

Beginning with the school year starting July 1, 2026, students must receive a passing score on the civics test as set forth by the Iowa Department of Education and required by relevant laws.

 

 

Legal Reference: Iowa Code §§ 256.7, 11, .11A; 279.8; 280.3, .14
                                      281 I.A.C. 12.2, .5; 12.3(5).

Cross Reference: 505      Student Scholastic Achievement
                                      603.3   Special Education

 

Initially Approved 02-14-2000                    
Last Reviewed 08-13-2025            
Last Revision 08-13-2025