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Graduation Requirements
Policy 3315-R: Graduation Requirements
Tulsa Public Schools Policy 3315-R: Graduation Requirements
All Tulsa Public School students must meet the district’s graduation requirements which may be higher than the state’s College Preparatory/Work-Ready Curriculum and the state’s Core Curriculum graduation plans. TPS requirements have been added to the following plans. Students graduating on the core curriculum plan must have a signed opt-out letter on file at the school.
College Preparatory/Work-Ready Curriculum
| Graduates of 2019 | Graduates Beginning with Class of 2020 | Graduates Beginning with Class of 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| English - 4 units | English I: Grammar & Comp English II: World Literature English III: American Literature English IV: British Literature | English I: Grammar & Comp. English II: World Literature English III: American Literature English IV: British Literature | English I: Grammar & Comp. English II: World Literature English III: American Literature English IV: British Literature |
Social Studies - 3 units | U.S. Government 1/2 unit, Oklahoma History, 1/2 unit U.S. History, 1 unit 1 additional social studies unit | U.S. Government 1/2 unit, Oklahoma History, 1/2 unit U.S. History, 1 unit 1 additional social studies unit | U.S. Government 1/2 unit, Oklahoma History, 1/2 unit U.S. History, 1 unit 1 additional social studies unit |
Science - 3 units | *3 units of laboratory science including:
| *3 units of laboratory science including:
| *3 units of laboratory science including:
|
Mathematics – 3 units earned in high school (If Algebra I is taken in middle school, the student must take 3 additional math units in high school to meet the 3-unit requirement.) | Algebra I Geometry 1 additional approved Mathematics unit above Algebra I | Algebra I Geometry 1 additional approved Mathematics unit above Algebra I | Algebra I Geometry 1 additional approved Mathematics unit above Algebra I |
Computer Technology, 2 units OR World Language, 2 units of the same language | 2 units approved Computer Technology OR 2 units of the same World Language | 2 units approved Computer Technology OR 2 units of the same World Language | 2 units approved Computer Technology OR 2 units of the same World Language |
| Fine Arts 1 unit | 1 unit of approved Fine Arts | 1 unit of approved Fine Arts | 1 unit of approved Fine Arts |
| Physical Education 1 unit | Physical Education or Athletics or JROTC or Marching Band or Health | Physical Education or Athletics or JROTC or Marching Band or Health | Physical Education or Athletics or JROTC or Marching Band or Health |
| Electives 6 units | One additional unit is required in one of the following areas: English, Social Studies, Science, Math, Computer Technology, or World Language. This course must be approved to meet college admission requirements. Five other elective credits are also required. | One additional unit is required in one of the following areas: English, Social Studies, Science, Math, Computer Technology, or World Language. This course must be approved to meet college admission requirements. Five other elective credits are also required. | One additional unit is required in one of the following areas: English, Social Studies, Science, Math, Computer Technology, or World Language. This course must be approved to meet college admission requirements. Five other elective credits are also required. |
| TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION | 23 UNITS | 23 UNITS | 23 UNITS |
| ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION | In order to graduate from an Oklahoma high school, all students must:
| In order to graduate from an Oklahoma high school, all students must:
| In order to graduate from an Oklahoma high school, all students must:
|
All students must take all state assessments required by the State Board of Education in order to graduate. Alternatively, these students must take any nationally recognized high school test the District elects to use instead of the state assessments as authorized by federal law. The requirement to take the assessments in order to graduate is subject to all exemptions, conditions, and accommodations authorized by state or federal law.
Some high schools may have additional requirements to graduate.
* Astronomy, *Astronomy – TU, *Chemical Engineering Research, Chemistry I, Advanced Chemistry I, Chemistry II, *AP Chemistry, *Chemistry IBSL, *Chemistry IBHL, *General Chemistry I – TCC, Environmental Chemistry, Meteorology, *Oceanography – TU, *Organic Chemistry – TU, Physical Science, *General Physical Science- TCC, Physics, Advanced Physics, *AP Physics I, *AP Physics II, *AP Physics C, *Physics IBSL, *Physics IBHL, *General Physics - TU, *General Physics II – TU, *Liberal Art of Physics – TU, *World of Physics – TU, Advanced Anatomy and Physiology, Anatomy/Physiology, Aquatic Biology, *Bioengineering Research, Biology I, Advanced Biology I, *Biology II – TCC, *AP Biology *Biology IBSL, *Biology IBHL, Botany, Environmental Science, *AP Environmental Science, *General Biology for Non-Majors – TCC, *General Botany, TCC, *General Chemistry I – TCC, *General Physical Science – TCC, *General Physics – TU, General Physics II – TU, Human Anatomy and Physiology, *Introduction to Biology for Majors – TCC, *Introduction to Molecular & Cellular – TU, *Organismic & Evolutionary Biology – TU, *Sports, Exercise, and Health IBSL, Zoology, Forensics
Core Curriculum
| Graduates of 2019 | Graduates Beginning with Class of 2020 | Graduates Beginning with Class of 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| English - 4 units | English I: Grammar & Comp English II: World Literature English III: American Literature English IV: British Literature | English I: Grammar & Comp. English II: World Literature English III: American Literature English IV: British Literature | English I: Grammar & Comp. English II: World Literature English III: American Literature English IV: British Literature |
Social Studies - 3 units | U.S. Government 1/2 unit, Oklahoma History, 1/2 unit World History, 1 unit U.S. History, 1 unit 1 additional social studies unit | U.S. Government 1/2 unit, Oklahoma History, 1/2 unit World History, 1 unit U.S. History, 1 unit 1 additional social studies unit | U.S. Government 1/2 unit, Oklahoma History, 1/2 unit World History, 1 unit U.S. History, 1 unit 1 additional social studies unit |
Science - 3 units | 1 unit Biology 2 additional approved Science units | 1 unit Biology 2 additional approved Science units | 1 unit Biology 2 additional approved Science units |
Mathematics – 3 units earned in high school (If Algebra I is taken in middle school, the student must take 3 additional math units in high school to meet the 3-unit requirement.) | Algebra I 2 additional approved Mathematics unit above Algebra I | Algebra I 2 additional approved Mathematics unit above Algebra I (Completion of a TulsaTech course and related certification may meet the requirements for one unit.) | Algebra I 2 additional approved Mathematics unit above Algebra I (Completion of a TulsaTech course and related certification may meet the requirements for one unit.) |
Computer Technology, 1 unit OR World Language, 2 None in 18/19; 1 unit thereafter | 1 unit of computer technology No requirement for World Language | 1 unit of computer technology or 1 unit of world languages | 1 unit of computer technology or 1 unit of world languages |
| Fine Arts 1 unit | 1 unit of approved Fine Arts | 1 unit of approved Fine Arts | 1 unit of approved Fine Arts |
| Physical Education 1 unit | Physical Education or Athletics or JROTC or Marching Band or Health | Physical Education or Athletics or JROTC or Marching Band or Health | Physical Education or Athletics or JROTC or Marching Band or Health |
| Electives | 7 units | 7 units | 7 units |
| 23 UNITS | 23 UNITS | 23 UNITS | |
| ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION | In order to graduate from an Oklahoma high school, all students must:
| In order to graduate from an Oklahoma high school, all students must:
| In order to graduate from an Oklahoma high school, all students must:
|
All students must take all state assessments required by the State Board of Education in order to graduate. Alternatively, these students must take any nationally recognized high school test the district elects to use instead of the state assessments as authorized by federal law. The requirement to take the assessments in order to graduate is subject to all exemptions, conditions, and accommodations authorized by state or federal law.
Some high schools may have additional requirements to graduate.
Issued: November 1982
Revised: August 2018
Policy 3315-R
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PROMOTION/RETENTION
PROMOTION, RETENTION, AND FAILING GRADES PASS/FAILURE
The Tulsa Public Schools Board of Education recognizes that the personal, social, physical, and educational growth of children will vary and that they should be placed in the educational setting most appropriate to their developmental needs at the various stages of their growth.
Tulsa Public Schools District is committed to educational practices that are effective in enhancing the educational attainment of all students. Numerous studies have demonstrated that retention does not improve students’ chances for educational success. Therefore, the practice of retention will be used only when there is compelling evidence that the student is likely to benefit academically and/or socially.
It shall be the policy of the Board that each student be moved forward in a continuous pattern of achievement and growth that is in harmony with his/her own development. The best interest of the student will be the guiding philosophy for determining acceleration, promotion or retention while upholding requirements of state and federal laws.
A student will be promoted to the succeeding grade level when s/he has:
A. completed the course requirements or adapted personal curriculum at the presently assigned grade (at proficient levels)
B.in the judgment of the professional staff, achieved the instructional objective set for the present grade after reviewing numerous assessment instruments
C.demonstrated sufficient proficiency to permit him/her to move ahead in the educational program of the next grade (60% or above)
D. demonstrated the degree of social, emotional, and physical maturation necessary for a successful learning experience in the next grade or course level
The superintendent or designee shall develop administrative guidelines for promotion, placement, and retention of students which:
A. ensure students who are falling seriously behind their peers or who may not be promoted, receive the special assistance they may need to achieve the academic outcomes of the District’s core curriculum;
B. in the judgment of the professional staff, achieved the instructional objectives set for the present grade after reviewing numerous assessment instruments;
C. require that parents are informed in advance, of the possibility of retention of a student at a grade level;
D. assure that efforts are made to remediate the student’s difficulties before s/he is retained with documentation;
E. assign to the principal, in consultation with instructional leadership director, the final responsibility for determining the promotion, placement, or retention of each student;
F. implement the Reading Sufficiency Act booklet requirements: Focused on Students Reading by Grade 3
G. parents may appeal a principal’s final decision to the superintendent or designee.
Please see your school counselor for more information, questions and/or concerns.
MENTAL HEALTH AGENCIES
Initial assessments and screening are often provided at no cost. Criteria for free assessments vary by agency. Please contact the agency for details. This is a partial list of agencies, please contact the office of Student and Family Support Services for an updated list.
DaySprings Community Services: 918-712-0859
Family and Children's Services: 918-587-94714
CREOKS: 918-382-7300
CRS: 918-492-2554
YouthCare of Oklahoma: 918-289-0550
Parkside: 918-588-8888
Youth Services of Tulsa: 918-582-0061
Hillcrest Behavioral Health: 918-579-1000
