Robertson
County students who entered high school in the 2009-10 school year are
required earn 26 credits to obtain a regular high school diploma. The
number of required credit has changed as a result of the Tennessee
Diploma Project.
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| English |
4 credits-English I, II, III, and IV are all required |
| Math |
4 credits: Must have Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry,
and a fourth math course; students must earn a math credit each of their
four years. |
| Science |
3 credits: Must have Biology, Chemistry OR Physics, and a third lab science. |
| Social Studies |
3 credits: U. S. History, Economics and US Government
required plus one additional history course. Beginning in the 16-17
school year, students must have U.S. History and Geography, World
History and Geography, and U.S. Government and Civics. |
Lifetime Wellness
Physical Education |
1 credit
1/2 credit |
| Foreign Language |
2 credits (must be the same language) |
Fine Art
Personal Finance |
1 credit (music, art, drama, choir, etc.)
1/2 credit |
Elective Focus
Electives |
Student must earn three credits within an approved Program of Study or Elective Focus
minimum of 4 additional electives |
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Contact your school's counselor for available options for the fourth year math course and approved Programs of Study.
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NOTE: Beginning with incoming Freshmen, 2014, the requirements for
Social Studies have changed. Students must have the following required
courses: World History & Geography; United States History &
Geography; Economics (1/2 credit); and U.S. Government and Civics (1/2
credit).