Credit/Graduation

Up to one math credit will be awarded for successful completion of a course in computer sciences, as long as it adheres to DPI’s established criteria.

One math credit can be awarded to a student after successful completion of a board-approved career and technical education course (as long as the same course is not being awarded as a science credit).

One science credit can be awarded to a student after successful completion of a board-approved career and technical education course (as long as the same course is not being awarded as a math credit).

Freshman Status: Promotion from 8th grade

Sophomore Status: Pass 6.5 credits including all required courses

Junior Status: Pass 13.0 credits

Senior Status: Pass 19.5 credits

Graduation: Pass 26.0 credits; successfully pass all required courses

The Cambria-Friesland School District may provide accommodations for students with exceptional interests, needs or requirements in accordance with state law and established procedures which may address one or more of the graduation requirements.

Students will be given the opportunity to retake one class while in high school if they are not satisfied with their grade in the original class. Once the retaken class has been completed, the student may determine which grade/credit they wish to keep and which grade/credit will be dropped from the student’s official school record. The course that is retaken cannot be taken as an independent study course, a correspondence course, open enrollment, or a course through a dual enrollment or Early College Credit program. The principal must approve all courses.

All classes at both Randolph High School and Cambria-Friesland High School may be open to students. In the event of scheduling conflicts or large classes, preference will be given to seniors and juniors. Students who do not have an attendance rate of 90% or greater at the end of a semester may not be allowed to take a course in Randolph the following semester. Courses offered in Cambria will not be taken in Randolph if it is possible to fit the course into the student’s schedule in Cambria.

All students entering 9th grade will register for classes during the Individual Planning Conferences that will be held with parents and the school counselor before the end of the third quarter of the prior school year. All students/parents will meet with the school counselor and complete a course schedule according to future career plans. Students who do not properly complete a schedule and fail to meet, will be assigned courses by the counselor and/or principal. Students entering grades 10th -12th will also meet with the counselor to discuss course selections and future educational and career plans. Parents interested in attending that meeting should contact the school.

Student course selections dictate what classes are offered and how many sections of each are required to meet student requests. Accurate scheduling information is also crucial before assigning teachers, building a master schedule, and ordering appropriate textbooks and materials. This must all be completed prior to the end of the current school year.

Once classes begin, changes to a student’s schedule will only be made if approval is obtained from the parent, principal, and school counselor. Administration reserves the right to make requested changes if they are deemed in the best interest of the student’s future plans. Requests for schedule changes must be made within five schools days following the beginning of the semester. After ten days, a course drop will result in an F in consultation with the Principal.

The following are required for graduation:

• 26 total credits
• Earning the following credits by passing the associated courses:
  • 4 credits of English
  • 3 credits of science (Intro to Physics & Chemistry and Biology required)
  • 3 credits of social studies (World Studies, Civics and US History required. AP US History may be substituted for US History)
  • 3 credits of mathematics
  • 1 ½ credits of physical education*
  • ½ credit of health
  • ½ credit Computer Applications
  • ½ credit Post Secondary Options
  • ½ credit Personal Finance
  • ½ credit of Freshmen Success
  • 9 elective credits
  • Student must be enrolled in a class or study hall for all periods of the day unless exception is granted by the principal. Enrollment must include carrying a minimum of 6 ½ credits. Exceptions for approved work-based learning and/or student assistant periods may be granted as well as independent study. 
  • *Students may apply for ½ credit exemption, see Board Policy 5460 and form in this book.

Students who desire to graduate prior to completion of the second semester of their senior year must notify the school prior to the end of the preceding semester. A plan must be presented to the administrator and the school counselor stating what it is he/she plans to do upon early graduation (i.e.: work, attend school, join armed forces, etc.) Students must have all graduation requirements met and approval from the Board. Status and privileges (athletics) for the student end at the conclusion of their course work with the exception of attending the senior class trip. Students who graduate early may also participate in the graduation ceremony.

In the future, fewer and fewer job opportunities will exist which do not require training beyond high school. The following is a short thumbnail description of admission requirements for several major types of post-high school training. By no means is this meant to be all-inclusive. Courses of study in both one and two year programs may have specific high school course requirements depending upon the program. Students should consider these requirements no later than the end of their sophomore year. Note: There may be specific high school requirements for some schools of higher education and/or for specific declared majors in two and four year institutions.

Entrance requirements of other post-high schools vary depending on the type of school. It can no longer be assumed that simply graduating from high school guarantees automatic acceptance at vocational and trade schools. Many specialized courses of study (for example: practical nursing, engineering, technology) require a certain grade point average in addition to basic courses in English, math, science, and social studies. To be certain that students will qualify for the post-high school of their choice, students are encouraged to meet with the school counselor early in their high school career. Selecting a rigorous course of study prepares students for the changing expectations of a global, technological economy.

*Specific programs may require specific courses. Check with the school counselor and the institution you are specifically interested in.

**Competitive admissions schools such as UW Madison recommend/require more.

Subject	HS Graduation	Technical System	UW 4-year System (Minimum)	UW Madison (Typical)
Math	3 credits	3 credits*	3 credits (Algebra and above)*	4 credits, incl. 2 or more advanced4 credits
English	4 credits	4 credits	4 credits	4 credits
Social Studies	3 credits	3 credits	3 credits*	3+ credits
Science	3 credits	3 credits*	3 credits	3+ credits
Health	0.5 credits
Physical Education	1.5 credits
Computer Applications & Personal Finance	1.0 credits
Freshman Success & Post-Secondary Options	1.0 credits
World Language*	none	none	2 years of same language**	4 credits in same language
Electives	9 credits	Dependent on program	2 to 4 credits Academic/Fine Arts (dependent on school/major)	4+ credits in Academic/Fine Arts
Other	Civics Exam	High school Diploma, ACT, and/or Accuplacer scores	Unweighted GPA 3.0+, ACT composite 20-22+ (minimums vary by school)	Unweighted GPA 3.8+, ACT composite 27+, top 15% of class

Students interested in playing sports at a division 1 or 2 college need to visit the school counselor or go to www.ncaa.org/student-athletes/future for information about registration and eligibility.