GRADUATION: DIPLOMAS/CERTIFICATES

The requirements for a student to earn a diploma from a Virginia high school are the requirements that are in effect when that student enters the 9th grade for the first time. Students may be awarded a diploma or a certificate upon graduation
from a Virginia high school. Specific graduation requirements are shown in the Program of Studies booklet. NOTE: Graduation and course requirements listed are subject to change due to possible modifications in state requirements.

Advanced Studies Diploma –

To earn an Advanced Studies Diploma (24-credit) in the York County School
Division, a student must successfully complete the following Standard Units of Credit: English/4; History & Social Science/4; Mathematics/4; Laboratory Science/4; Foreign Language/3; Health & PE/2; Fine or Practical Arts/1; and Electives/2. Students entering 9th grade for the first time in 2000-2001 must earn 9 Verified Credits.

Standard Diploma –

To earn a Standard Diploma (22-credit) in the York County School Division, a student must successfully complete the following Standard Units of Credit: English/4; History & Social Science/4; Mathematics/3; Laboratory Science/3; Health & PE/2; Fine or Practical Arts/1; and Electives/5. Credits must include at least two sequential electives. Students entering 9th grade for the first time in 2000-2001 must earn 6 Verified Credits.

Modified Standard Diploma –

Eligibility for the Modified Standard Diploma is determined by the student’s
Individual Education Program (IEP). To earn a Modified Standard Diploma (20-credit) in the York County School Division, a student must successfully complete the following Standard Units of Credit: English/4; History & Social Science/2; Mathematics/3; Science/2; Health & PE/2; Fine or Practical Arts/1; and Electives/6. Credits must include at least two sequential electives. Students pursuing the Modified Standard Diploma must pass literacy and numeracy competency
assessments prescribed by the State Board of Education.

General Achievement Diploma –

Certain individuals who meet specific conditions and complete a prescribed
course of study as defined by the State Board of Education may be awarded the General Achievement Diploma.

Special Diploma –

Certain students identified with disabilities who complete the requirements of their Individual Education Programs (IEP) are awarded Special Diplomas by the local school board. Special Certificate – Certain students who have completed a prescribed course of study as defined by the local school board are awarded Special Certificates if they do not qualify for diplomas.