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Graduation Requirements

Cesar Chavez PCS scholars must earn a minimum of 24 credits to earn a High School diploma.

Cesar Chavez PCS High School Courses*

Credits

English

4.0

Math

Must include Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II

4.0

Science

Must include three (3) lab science

4.0

History/Social Studies

Must include World History I & II, DC History, US Gov’t & US History

4.0

World Language

2.0

Health & Physical Education

1.5

Art

0.5

Music

0.5

Electives

At least 2 elective credits must be earned through College Level or Career Prep (CLCP) courses. Cesar Chavez PCS designates courses as meeting CLCP. Students must earn at least 2 credits through public policy courses which must include Fellowship and Thesis. Public policy courses may count toward CLCP requirements. 

3.5

Minimum credits required for a Chavez diploma

24.0

Community Service Hours

All Chavez students earn 15 community service hours upon completion of a Capstone and Community Action Project and 4.5 hours upon completion of Fellowship. Students who do not receive credit via these offerings must complete service hours independently. 

100

*Please note this is subject to change based on curricular needs, approval by CCPCS Board of Trustees, and DCPCSB policy.