Graduation Requirements
As a student entering ninth grade on or after July 1, 2019, Ohio’s new graduation requirements give you more flexibility to choose a graduation pathway that builds on your strengths and passions. College and Career Academies of Akron allow students to graduate ready for the next steps regardless of the “E” they choose – enrollment in higher education, employment in a career field or enlistment in the military services.
The State of Ohio requires students to do three things in order to graduate:
- Cover the Credits
- Show Competency
- Demonstrate Readiness
1. Cover the Credits
Akron Public School students must earn a minimum of 21 credits satisfying the following requirements.
|
Akron Public Schools Credit Requirements |
Number of Credits |
|---|---|
| English Language Arts | 4 |
| Mathematics | 4 |
| Science | 3 |
| Social Studies | 3 |
| Health | .5 |
| Physical Education | .5 |
| Electives* | 6 |
| Total | 21 |
*The elective total may vary based on whether or not a student uses a PE Waiver. See your school counselor for details.
2. Show Competency
Competency is shown by earning the designated score (684 or better) on both the Algebra I and the English II Ohio State Tests. If, after attempting the test twice, students have not met the passing score, competency can be demonstrated in one of the following ways:
- Career-Focused Competency: meeting two (2) career-focused competency measures such as proficient scores on WebXams or earning a 12-point industry credential coupled with the Ohio Means Job Readiness Seal, a passing WorkKeys score or work-based learning hours
- Military Enlistment Competency: meeting all enlistment requirements and enlisting in any branch of military service upon graduation from high school
- College Coursework Competency: earning credit in a college-level English or math course through CCP
- College Entrance Exam Competency: testing college-ready on a standardized test such as the ACT or SAT
3. Demonstrate Readiness
Readiness is demonstrated by earning a minimum of two seals. At least one seal must be a state-level seal. Students can choose seals that align with their interests and goals.
State-Level Seals
Local Seals
These are minimum requirements. Your school counselor will work with you on personalizing your graduation and post-high-school pathway. For more information on APS graduation requirements, see your school counselor and visit the graduation pathway site.
