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Core 40 Diploma

Subject AreaNumber of Credits Required
English8
Mathematics in Grades 9-126
Science6
Social Studies6
Physical Education2
Health1
Theology*8
Directed Electives5
Electives6

* Students are required to earn a minimum of eight credits in Theology in addition to the state requirements. Therefore, they will be required to earn 48 credits for Core 40 and 55 credits for the Technical Honors or Academic Honors Diploma.

Mathematics requires that a student complete work through at least Algebra 2 with a minimum of six (6) credits taken in grades 9-12. This course must include algebra 1, geometry, and algebra 2.

Science requires six (6) credits that include two (2) credits in Biology, two (2) credits in Chemistry or Integrated Chemistry/Physics, and another two (2) credits from any other science class.

Social Studies requires two (2) credits in U.S. History, one (1) credit in American Government, one (1) credit in Economics, and two (2) credits of World History/Civilization.

All students are required to take a math or quantitative reasoning course each year of high school. Please consult with the counselors for a list of the quantitative reasoning courses.

Directed electives must include courses from the following areas: World Languages, Fine Arts or Career/Technical. Students are strongly encouraged to select electives in a deliberate manner to take full advantage of career exploration and post-secondary educational opportunities.

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Reitz Memorial Crest, A community of Faith, Knowledge, and Service Since 1925

Reitz Memorial High School

1500 Lincoln Ave
Evansville, IN 47714

P:812.476.4973 F:812.474.2942

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