Graduation Requirements
RenV Diploma
English - 4 credits
Mathematics - 4 credits
- Geometry with Data Analysis
- Algebra I with Probability
- Algebra II with Statistics
- Approved Math Course
Social Studies - 4 credits
- World History
- US History 10
- US History 11
- American Government/Economics
Science - 4 credits
- Biology
- Physical Science (Physical Science or Chemistry)
- 2 Approved Core Science Elective Courses
Required Electives - 5.5 credits
Physical Education - 1 credit
- Beginning Kinesiology
- Marching Band
- JROTC
Health - 0.5 credit
Career Preparedness - 1 credit
CTE and/or Foreign Language and/or Arts Education - 3 credits
Additional Electives - 2.5 credits
Total Credits Required- 24 credits
Additional Graduation Requirements
In order to receive a Renaissance V High School Diploma, all students are expected to complete all of the required credits above as well as the following:
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Take and pass the Civics Exam, as per the ALSDE, earning a grade of 60 or higher. If A failing score is received on the first attempt, the student is required to retake the exam a second time.
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Complete the FAFSA application or FAFSA Nonparticipation Form.
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Participate in the state-administered WorkKeys Testing during their senior year.
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Complete a multiple-choice financial literacy assessment.
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Earn one or more of the Alabama State Department of Education approved College and Career Readiness Indicators (CCRI) before graduation.
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Make a qualifying score on the AP exam (score of 3, 4, or 5)
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Make a benchmark score in at least one area of the ACT with Writing Exam (English -18, Reading - 22, Math - 22 Science - 23)
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Receive dual enrollment credit from a college or post-secondary institution
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Enlist in the military (enlistment documentation on file)
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Make a benchmark score on the WorkKeys Exam (Silver or above; 4 or above on all three subtests)
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Receive a CTE Career Readiness Indicator Credential
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Receive completer status through the CTE pathway (3 courses under the same CTE program)
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RenV Diploma With Advanced Academic Endorsement
A student who takes the following courses in addition to the required graduation curriculum will graduate with “Honors” and will have such designation noted on his/her diploma, official transcript, and graduation commencement program.
English - 4 credits
Mathematics - 4 credits
- Student must earn a Carnegie Credit from Alg. II w/ Statistics or Honors Alg. II w/ Statistics)
Social Studies - 4 credits
- World History
- US History 10
- US History 11
- American Government/Economics
Science - 4 credits
- Biology
- Physical Science (Physical Science or Chemistry)
- 2 Approved Core Science Elective Courses
Required Electives - 6.5 credits
Physical Education - 1 credit
- Beginning Kinesiology
- Marching Band
- JROTC
Health - 0.5 credit
Career Preparedness - 1 credit
CTE and/or Foreign Language and/or Arts Education - 1 credit
Foreign Language - 2 credits (student must earn two (2) Carnegie Units in any one foreign language)
1AP and/or Dual Enrollment Course and/or 4 Honors Courses (from core or elective areas)
Additional Electives - 2.5 Credit
Minimum Total Credits Required- 24 credits
Additional Graduation Requirements
In order to receive a Renaissance V High School Diploma, all students are expected to complete all of the required credits above as well as the following:
-
Take and pass the Civics Exam, as per the ALSDE, earning a grade of 60 or higher. If A failing score is received on the first attempt, the student is required to retake the exam a second time.
-
Complete the FAFSA application or FAFSA Nonparticipation Form.
-
Participate in the state-administered WorkKeys Testing during their senior year.
-
Complete a multiple-choice financial literacy assessment.
-
Earn one or more of the Alabama State Department of Education approved College and Career Readiness Indicators (CCRI) before graduation.
-
Make a qualifying score on the AP exam (score of 3, 4, or 5)
-
Make a benchmark score in at least one area of the ACT with Writing Exam (English -18, Reading - 22, Math - 22 Science - 23)
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Receive dual enrollment credit from a college or post-secondary institution
-
Enlist in the military (enlistment documentation on file)
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Make a benchmark score on the WorkKeys Exam (Silver or above; 4 or above on all three subtests)
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Receive a CTE Career Readiness Indicator Credential
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Receive completer status through the CTE pathway (3 courses under the same CTE program)
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RenV Diploma with Career and Technical Education Endorsement
English - 4 credits
Mathematics - 4 credits
- Geometry with Data Analysis (Geometry for the class of 2023 or before)
- Algebra I with Probability (Algebra I for the class of 2023 or before)
- Algebra II with Statistics (Alg. II or Alg. II w/trig for class of 2022)
- Approved Math Course
Social Studies - 4 credits
- World History
- US History 10
- US History 11
- American Government/Economics
Science - 4 credits
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Biology
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Physical Science (Physical Science or Chemistry)
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2 Approved Core Science Electives Courses
Required Electives - 5.5 credits
Physical Education - 1 credit
- Beginning Kinesiology (LIFE for the class of 2023 or before)
- Marching Band
- JROTC
Health - 0.5 credit
Career Preparedness - 1 credit
CTE and/or Foreign Language and/or Arts Education - 3 credits (students choosing CTE are encouraged to complete three courses in sequence and obtain a credential in the field)
Additional Electives - 2.5 Credits
Total Credits Required- 24 credits
Additional Graduation Requirements
In order to receive a Renaissance V High School Diploma, all students are expected to complete all of the required credits above as well as the following:
-
Take and pass the Civics Exam, as per the ALSDE, earning a grade of 60 or higher. If A failing score is received on the first attempt, the student is required to retake the exam a second time.
-
Complete the FAFSA application or FAFSA Nonparticipation Form.
-
Participate in the state-administered WorkKeys Testing during their senior year.
-
Complete a multiple-choice financial literacy assessment.
-
Earn one or more of the Alabama State Department of Education approved College and Career Readiness Indicators (CCRI) before graduation.
-
Make a qualifying score on the AP exam (score of 3, 4, or 5)
-
Make a benchmark score in at least one area of the ACT with Writing Exam (English -18, Reading - 22, Math - 22 Science - 23)
-
Receive dual enrollment credit from a college or post-secondary institution
-
Enlist in the military (enlistment documentation on file)
-
Make a benchmark score on the WorkKeys Exam (Silver or above; 4 or above on all three subtests)
-
Receive a CTE Career Readiness Indicator Credential
-
Receive completer status through the CTE pathway (3 courses under the same CTE program)
-