Agenda Item
Meeting Date:
4/8/2025 - 6:00 PM  
Category:
Discussion Items  
Type:
Info  
Subject:
2025-2026 New Graduation Requirements (Mr. Marcus Jones)  
Strategic Plans:
 
Enclosure:
 
File Attachment:
2025-2026 New Graduation Requirements (1).pdf
 
Summary:
Arts Education Graduation Requirement In North Carolina, high school students are required to complete one credit in the arts to graduate, effective for students entering grade 9 for the first time in the 2025-2026 school year. This requirement can be fulfilled through courses in visual arts, music, dance, or theater, and aims to ensure students develop creative and critical thinking skills, as well as an appreciation for the arts. This requirement is established by Session Law 2021-104. Computer Science Graduation Requirement Session Law 2021-140 mandates that North Carolina high school students complete one credit in computer science as part of their graduation requirements. This can be fulfilled through courses in computer programming, digital literacy, or other related subjects, ensuring students acquire essential skills for the digital age.  
Funding:
 
Recommendation
 
Approvals:
Recommended By:
Signed By:
Carol Montague-Davis - Interim Superintendent