VHS Graduation Requirements
LAUSD GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
| A. | History / Social Science | 2 years |
20 credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| B. | English | 4 years |
40 credits |
| C. | Math | 3 years |
30 credits |
| D. |
Lab Science (Biological / Physical)
|
2 years | 20 credits |
| E. | Foreign Language | 2 years | 20 credits |
| F. | Visual & Performing Arts | 1 year | 10 credits |
| G. | College Prep Elective | 1 year | 10 credits |
| Physical Education | 2 years |
20 credits |
|
| Health | 1 semester | 5 credits | |
| Ethnic Studies (Class of 2027 and beyond) | 1 semester | 5 credits | |
| Elective or Courses beyond A-G minimum Requirements | 30 credits |
Important Information regarding permission to take external courses not offered through the District:
Students wanting to enroll in courses not offered through the District must obtain written permission from the Assistant Principal/School Counselor before enrolling. Grades and credits earned at outside institutions without prior approval will not be accepted. Students and parents need to discuss the request with the student's counselor before enrolling in other institutions. Our District offers a variety of summer school and enrichment opportunities that may fulfill your academic goals. Your counselor can help determine if a course aligns with your needs and guide you through the best course options, both within our school and externally, if needed. For questions or to initiate the approval process, please contact your counselor.
