Students must successfully complete the courses required by the board and Iowa Department of Education in order to graduate.
It is the responsibility of the superintendent to ensure that students complete grades one through twelve and that high school students complete 58 credits prior to graduation.
The following credits will be required:
English/Language Arts 8 credits
Science 6 credits
Mathematics 6 credits
Social Studies 6 credits
Physical Education 4 credits
Health 1 credit
Electives 27 credits
The required courses of study will be reviewed by the board annually.
Prior to graduation, the district will advise students on how to successfully complete the free application for federal student aid.
Graduation requirements for special education students will include successful completion of four years of English, three years of math, three years of social studies and three years of science.
Students transferring to Tipton High School from other accredited high schools or approved high school programs must meet with the guidance counselor for the purpose of documenting transferable credits and determing the number of credits needed for graduation.
All credits for courses which meet the Post-Secondary classes will be accepted toward elective credit totals.
Students who complete a regular session in the Legislative Page Program of the general assembly at the state capitol will be credited 1/2 credit for social studies.
Students enrolled in a junior officers' training corp will receive 1/8th physical education credit for each semester the student is enrolled in the program.
Legal Reference:
Iowa Code §§ 256.7, 11; .41; 279.8; 279.81; 280.3, .14.
281 I.A.C. 12.3(5); 12(5).
Cross Reference:
603.3 Special Education
Approved: 2/10/1997 Reviewed: 07/10/2023 Revised: 07/10/2023