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BVSD Graduation Requirements

220 credit hours must be earned in areas listed below for grades 10-12. For the class of 2029 and beyond, 240 credits are required. Ten credits are equivalent to one full year of credit in a specific subject.​
sLanguage Arts: 40 credits in grades 9-12
10 credits in Language Arts grade 9
10 credits in Language Arts grade 10
10 credits in Language Arts grade 11
5 credits in language arts elective 
5 credits in communication course
 
Social Studies: 30 credits in grades 9-12
5 credits in US Government 
5 credits in World Geography 
10 credits in World History 
10 credits in US History 
 
Math: 20 credits in grades 10-12.   *Class of 2029 & beyond: 30 credits
10 credits of which must include Algebra I or higher level mathematics
 
Science: 20 credits in grades 10-12 *Class of 2029 & beyond: 30 credits  
10 credits in courses designated as Life Science
10 credits in courses designated as Physical Science
10 additional credits
 
Physical Education: 15 credits in grades 9-12
5 credits of P.E. taken in grade 9
10 credits in elective P.E. courses, grades 9-12, or through PE waivers
 
Health: 5 credits in grades 9-10
 
Fine Arts: 5 credits in grades 9-12 (includes music or art)
 
Second Language Acquisition: 10 credits in World Language, Level 2 or higher; or, for ELL students, approved level
 
Practical Experiences: 5 credits in grades 9-12
5 credits in Business, Consumer and Family Studies, Computer Science, Applied Technology, or Technical Education are needed to meet this graduation requirement. 

 
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Class of 2021 & Beyond: In addition to earning credits in coursework, students must also pass a competency-based assessment in English and a competency-based assessment in math. BVSD has adopted the menu of options from the Colorado Department of Education. The available options include achieving minimum scores on national assessments, completing industry certifications, a capstone project, and/or specific performance assessments. It is very important to understand that students can meet these minimum competencies in a combination of measures. In other words, if a student earns the minimum score (or higher) on an assessment (i.e. SAT, ACT, AP or IB) for English but not for math, the student can demonstrate competency in math using a different measure, including another assessment or a performance measure (capstone, industry certificate, performance assessment). More info.  One option is to choose SAT since we take that as a class in junior year.  If you don't meet the requirement, you may then speak with your counselor to create a new plan.


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  • About Us
    • Counseling Staff
    • Monarch School Profile
  • Academic
    • 8th Grade Transition Information
    • Course Selection 2025-26 >
      • START HERE: Course Selection
      • Standard/Advanced/AP Classwork & Homework Expectations
      • Grade Point Average
      • Course Progression Sequence
    • Academic Programs >
      • Advanced Placement
      • CU Succeed
      • High School of Business
      • Additonal Academic Programs
      • Additional Credit Options
    • Graduation Requirements
    • Past Presentations >
      • Past Presentations
    • Financial Wellness Course (Formerly Money 101)
    • Summer Homework
    • NCAA Approved Courses
    • CTE Programs at BVSD
    • BVSD Summer School
    • BVSD Online Classes
    • Tutoring Resources
  • Post-Secondary
    • College >
      • Colorado Schools Middle 50% of Accepted Students Profile
      • ACT - SAT - PSAT Testing
      • College Search Tools
      • Essay Writing Tips
      • Letter of Rec & Transcript Requests >
        • Letters of Recommendation
        • Transcript Request
      • Paying For College >
        • Scholarships & Loans
        • FAFSA & CSS Profile
        • College Opportunity Fund (COF)
        • Financial Aid Presentations
        • FRCC’s University Transfer Track
      • NACAC Admission Trends
      • The Common Application Tips
      • College Reps in the PGC, Visiting a College & College Fairs
      • NCAA Athletes Division I & II
      • Online College - Resources
    • CU Boulder Average Admitted Student Profile By Program
    • Summer Enrichment Options
    • Gap Year & Study Abroad
    • Apprenticeships & Trades Programs
    • Military
  • Career
    • Career Exploration Resources
    • ICAP
  • Personal Support
    • Personal Support
    • Crisis Hotlines
    • Personal/Social Resources
    • Teen Topics
  • Alumni Transcripts