ENGINEERING, SCIENCES AND MATHEMATICS PATHWAY DIPLOMA
| Graduation Requirements for a Diploma with an Emphasis in Engineering, Sciences and Mathematics Careers. (If an AP Course is not offered at the time the student needs, the student may apply to take the equivalent class at a college under the Post-Secondary Enrollment Option.) |
English |
4.0 Credits Communication (1.0) 2.0 credits of additional English with .33 of composition, .33 of literature, and .33 of speech. (Course descriptions indicate if a course fulfills the composition, literature or speech requirement.) |
Mathematics |
4.0 Credits Geometry (1.0) |
Science |
5.0 Credits Conceptual Physics (formerly titled Introduction to Physical Science) (.33) (required for classes of 2011-2013) From Magic to Science (.33) (required for classes of 2011-2012) Earth Systems (.33) (required for classes of 2011-2013) Introduction to Engineering (1.0) AP Biology, AP Chemistry, or AP Physics (1.0) Additional 2.0 credits in science coursework as decided upon by parent, advisor, and student. |
Social Studies |
3.0 Credits Geography (.66) |
Fine Arts |
1.0 Credit .33 must be a visual art |
Applied/Technical Arts |
1.0 Credits Computer Applications (.33) Additional .66 credit in Technical/Applied Arts coursework as decided upon by parent, advisor, and student. |
World Language |
2.0 Credits of the same language Students may enroll in a language of their choice. Students who plan to attend a four-year college should plan to take three years of the same language. |
Wellness |
1.0 Credit Introduction to Wellness (.33) .33 additional credit in a P.E. class (Class of 2013) (The course catalog indicates if a class fulfills this requirement) |
| Interdisciplinary | .66 Credit |
Advising |
2.4 Credit |
Total Credits – The student must earn at least 29 credits for this pathway diploma.
Shadowing – All students must complete 3 one-half day shadowing experiences. One experience must be in an Engineering, Science, or Mathematics-related field.
Community Service – 50 hours must be logged to receive .33 credit
Internship – 50 hours in an Engineering, Science, or Mathematics-related field must be logged to receive .33 credit
Pathway Exploration – Additional 50 hours in Engineering, Science, or Mathematics fields must be logged to receive .33 credit. This may be completed through additional shadowing, community service, or internship.
Portfolio – A portfolio is required for this pathway diploma
Senior Project – A senior project is required for this pathway diploma
Sample Careers for Engineering, Sciences and Mathematics Pathway
Revised 12/01/2008