Graduation Information

For the past number of years, a total of 26 credits were required for graduation. In changing to a block schedule, starting in 2024-25, students will take more classes, thus more credits can be earned per year. Because of this, the district has increased the amount of credits needed for graduation. Students have the ability to earn 8 credits per year.

The following is the district policy of credits needed for graduation.

Class of 2025 = 26.5 credits
Class of 2026 = 27 credits
Class of 2027 = 27.5 credits
Class of 2028 and beyond = 28 credits

Graduation Requirements

Subject	Required Credits
English	4 Credits
Math	3 Credits
Science	3 Credits (1 Credit of Biology)
Social Studies	3 Credits (1 Credit of US History)
Physical Education	1.5 Credits
Computers	.5 Credit
Health	.5 Credit
Personal Finance	.5 Credit
Electives	10-12 Credits

Community Service Requirements

Students are also required to complete 20 hours of community service to graduate. It is suggested that each student submit a minimum of 5 hours per year in high school.

Click here to review information about this requirement, the guidelines, and examples of community service.
Click here to access a community service record and verification sheet.

Civics Test

All students need to take and pass the Civics test, per a requirement of the state of Wisconsin. Most students take it in the spring of their sophomore year, as part of their US History class.

College & Career Ready Portfolio

Students must submit their College and Career Ready Electronic Portfolio, as per our graduation requirement. This portfolio is developed throughout high school, primarily during our ACP (academic and career planning) time.

The Laude System

A student's laude score is based on a formula and students are rewarded for classes taken with a higher rigor. The program is based on a two tier system: tier 1 worth 1 point per semester, awarded to transcripted and AP courses, & tier 2 worth .5 point per semester, awarded to advanced standing and teacher selected courses. To qualify and be recognized in the laude system, the student must have a minimum of a 3.25 cumulative GPA.

The Laude recognition point program contains three bands:

Cum Laude - 7 to 10.5 points
Magna Cum Laude - 11 to 14.5 points
Summa Cum Laude - Greater than 15 points

To view information about what classes are recognized in the laude program, please see the course catalog (in the course descriptions or the chart near the back) located on the high school academics page.