NHS Graduation requirements (For the class of 2024, 2025, and 2026)
To meet minimum graduation requirements, students are required to complete the following with a grade of "D-" or higher:
a. English: 40 credits
b. Social Science: 30 credits, including World History (10 credits), US History (10 credits), Government (5 credits), and Economics (5 credits)
c. Mathematics: 20 credits, including Algebra I or Math I
d. Science: 20 credits
e. World Language OR Fine Arts OR Career Technical Education (CTE): 10 credits
f. Physical Education: 20 credits
g. Health: 5 credits
h. General Electives: 70 credits
A minimum of 215 credits are required to be eligible to graduate.
NHS Graduation requirements (For the class of 2027 and beyond)
To meet minimum graduation requirements, students are required to complete the following with a grade of "D-" or higher:
a. English: 40 credits
b. Social Science: 30 credits, including World History (10 credits), US History (10 credits), Government (5 credits), and Economics (5 credits)
c. Mathematics: 30 credits, including Math II
d. Science: 30 credits
e. World Language OR Fine Arts OR Career Technical Education (CTE): 10 credits
f. Physical Education: 20 credits
g. Health: 5 credits
h. General Electives: 60 credits
A minimum of 225 credits are required to be eligible to graduate.
program of studies
The Program of Studies contains information about the courses that are offered at NHS, school policies, academic policies, graduation requirements, and college entrance requirements.
NHS Course Sequencing
The Course Sequencing outlines the course progression in the major academic areas.
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Time Management Tool
In order to help student's and their families, Northwood High School teachers and staff created a time management worksheet and a homework estimator. These resources can be accessed by clicking here.