In order to receive a diploma and graduate from Sturgis High School, a student must meet the requirements for basic course work, complete a portfolio presentation, and earn the total number of credits required. Participation in the commencement ceremony is a privilege and will be denied to any student who has not completed all requirements and finished the year in good standing with School staff.
If you have any questions about your credits, please contact your guidance counselor:
Mrs. Campbell, mcampbell@sturgisps.org
Mrs. Patrick, cpatrick@strurgisps.org
Specific Graduation Requirements are:
English – 4 credits Must include English 9, 10, 11, Speech and a selection Senior Year
Social Studies – 3 credits Must include U.S. History, World History, Government and Economics
Science – 3 credits Must include Biology (1 credit), Chemistry A (.5 credit), Physics A (.5 credit) and either Chem B or Physics B. Credit for Earth Science is usually earned in 8th grade
Mathematics –4 credits Must include Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II and a credit Senior Year
Phys. Ed./Health – 1 credit Must include Physical Education (.5 credit) and Health (.5 credit)
Visual, Performing or Applied Arts – 1 credit
Can choose from Fine or Performing Arts, Advanced World Languages, Vocational or Practical Art
Foreign Language – 2 credits
Visual, Performing or Applied Arts or a CTE class can count for 1 of a student's Foreign Language credits.
Career Pathway/General Electives
As selected to equal required number of credits for your class
2016 = 25.5 credits 2018 = 24 credits
2017 = 24 credits 2019 = 24 credits
Online learning experience of at least 20 hours.
(These are actual hours, not credits)
Successful portfolio presentation