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State-mandated Graduation Requirement

Pursuant to A.R.S. ยง15-701.01(A)(2), all high school students must pass a Civics exam with a score of 60% or higher to be eligible for high graduation and complete CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) instruction pursuant to A.R.S. 15-718.01, to be eligible for high graduation.

Graduation Requirements

Students who complete the following requirements successfully will be eligible to receive a Valor Preparatory Academy of Arizona High School Diploma:

Subject Area

English

Credits Required

4

Algebra 1

1

Geometry

1

Algebra 2

1

4th Year Math

1

Science

3

World History/Geography

1

Civics (Citizenship)

1

Economics

.5

Career Tech Ed/Voc Ed/Fine Arts

1

Electives

7

Civics Test (Per House Bill 2064)

Pass

CPR Requirement

Complete

Total Credits Required

22

Accelerated Course Completion

Students may take additional courses beyond the standard number allowed per term (three courses) under the following guidelines and with approval from administration.

The following guidelines will be considered:

  • Student has completed at least one term with Valor Preparatory Academy of Arizona
  • Student is on track to graduate
  • Good academic standing

Early Graduation

Students who meet graduation requirements before the final term of the school year will receive their diploma at the end of the school year at the graduation ceremony. Diplomas may be picked up or mailed to the address on file