Academics

Graduation Requirements
SVS students can choose to take either the Alabama High School Requirements, or the Alabama High School Diploma with Advanced Academic Endorsement requirements.

The following table lists the curriculum requirements for these two academic tracks.
Course Requirements Alabama High School Requirement Credits Alabama High School Diploma - Advanced Academic Endorsement Credits
English language:    
    English I 1 1
    English II 1 1
    English III 1 1
    English IV 1 1
     
Mathematics:    
    Algebra I   1
    Geometry * see below 1
    Algebra II (with Trig)   1
    1 additional math course   1
     
Social Studies:    
    World History and Geography 1 1
    U.S. History 10 1 1
    U.S. History 11 1 1
    Government/Economics 1 1
     
Science:    
  Biology, Physical Science (4 credits total**) Biology, Physical Science, 2 add. sciences - 4 total***)
     
Physical Education: 1 1
     
Foreign Language: - 2 credits in same language
     
Health Education: 0.5 0.5
     
Fine Arts: 1 (Music, Art, or Drama) 1 (Music, Art, or Drama)
     
Computer Applications: 0.5 0.5
     
Electives: 5**** 5****
     


* These four mathematics credits must include the equivalent of Algebra I and Geometry.
** Four science credits must include Biology and a Physical Science.
*** Four science credits must include Biology, a Physical Science, and two additional science courses.
**** Students work with parents, administration, and teachers to select appropriate electives.
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