Courses & Graduation Requirements
Course Information
The Junior-Senior High School offers a broad range of courses designed to meet students’ academic needs, interests, and future goals. Through core subjects, electives, advanced coursework, and career-focused learning opportunities, students build the knowledge and skills needed for success in college, the workplace, and beyond.
Students and families should use the course information on this page to review available classes, understand prerequisites and graduation requirements, and plan a balanced academic schedule. School counselors are available throughout the course-selection process to answer questions and help each student choose an appropriate path.
Program of Studies
The program of studies includes descriptions, prerequisites, grade-level eligibility, credit information, and other requirements for each course.
Graduation Pathways
Pennsylvania students must meet both state and local graduation requirements to earn a high school diploma. Beginning with the Class of 2023, students may demonstrate readiness for college, career, and community through one of five statewide graduation pathways established under Act 158.
The Five Graduation Pathways
- Keystone Proficiency Pathway
Earn a score of Proficient or Advanced on the Algebra I, Literature, and Biology Keystone Exams. - Keystone Composite Pathway
Earn the required combined score across the three Keystone Exams while meeting the minimum score requirements established by the state. - Career and Technical Education Pathway
Meet designated requirements through an approved career and technical education program. Evidence may include performance on an industry-based competency assessment, completion of program requirements, or readiness to complete an approved assessment. - Alternate Assessment Pathway
Complete locally established course requirements and demonstrate readiness through an approved assessment or academic measure, such as the SAT, PSAT, ACT, Advanced Placement exam, dual-enrollment course, or another state-approved option. - Evidence-Based Pathway
Complete locally established course requirements and provide approved evidence of college, career, or community readiness. Evidence may include successful completion of advanced or dual-enrollment coursework, acceptance into a postsecondary program, an industry-recognized credential, an internship or service-learning experience, or other qualifying accomplishments.
Students are still required to participate in the Algebra I, Literature, and Biology Keystone Exams for federal accountability purposes. Meeting a Pennsylvania graduation pathway does not replace the school district’s local requirements for credits, coursework, attendance, or other graduation expectations.
Because individual circumstances and qualifying evidence may vary, students and families should work closely with a school counselor to monitor progress and identify the most appropriate pathway.
For complete requirements and current guidance, visit the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s Graduation Requirements page.