🛤️ Choose Your Graduation Pathway

Select the diploma path that aligns with your post-graduation goals. Each pathway has different credit requirements and opportunities.

Basic Diploma
20 Credits
  • Meet all state requirements
  • 4 career pathway elective credits
  • 20 hours community service
  • Complete ICAP process
Standard Diploma
24 Credits
  • 2 world language credits
  • 7 career pathway elective credits
  • 20 hours community service
  • Complete ICAP process
Diploma with Distinction
24 Credits
  • 3.5+ weighted GPA
  • 3.0 weighted course credits
  • AP, IB, or College courses
  • Exceeds CO HEAR standards
28-Credit Distinction
28 Credits (Classes 2021-2024)
  • 3.5+ weighted GPA
  • 10 career pathway electives
  • Exceeds CO HEAR standards
  • Maximum college readiness

📚 Basic Diploma (20 Credits) - Credit Requirements

Academic Area Credits Required Notes
English Language Arts 4.0 Required all 4 years
Mathematics 3.0 Through Algebra II minimum
Science 3.0 At least 2 credits with lab
Social Studies 3.0 World History, Geography, Civics
World Language 1.0 Any world language
Health and Fitness 1.0 PE and Health combined
Career Pathway Electives 4.0 Focus area of your choice
Applied Arts / CTE 0.5 Practical skills courses
Fine Arts 0.5 Art, Music, Theater, etc.

🎯 Standard Diploma (24 Credits) - Credit Requirements

Academic Area Credits Required Notes
English Language Arts 4.0 Required all 4 years
Mathematics 3.0 Through Algebra II minimum
Science 3.0 At least 2 credits with lab
Social Studies 3.0 World History, Geography, Civics
World Language 2.0 Same language both years
Health and Fitness 1.0 PE and Health combined
Career Pathway Electives 7.0 More specialized focus
Applied Arts / CTE 0.5 Practical skills courses
Fine Arts 0.5 Art, Music, Theater, etc.

⭐ Diploma with Distinction (24 Credits) - Credit Requirements

Academic Area Credits Required Notes
English Language Arts 4.0 Required all 4 years
Mathematics 4.0 Through Pre-Calculus/Statistics
Science 3.0 At least 2 credits with lab
Social Studies 3.0 World History, Geography, Civics
World Language 2.0 Same language both years
Health and Fitness 1.0 PE and Health combined
Career Pathway Electives 6.0 Advanced coursework focus
Applied Arts / CTE 0.5 Practical skills courses
Fine Arts 0.5 Art, Music, Theater, etc.

⚠️ Additional Requirements for Distinction

  • Maintain 3.5+ weighted GPA
  • Complete 3.0 weighted course credits
  • Take AP, IB, or College-level courses
  • Exceed Colorado HEAR standards

🏆 28-Credit Distinction (Classes 2021-2024 Only) - Credit Requirements

Academic Area Credits Required Notes
English Language Arts 4.0 Required all 4 years
Mathematics 4.0 Through Pre-Calculus/Statistics
Science 3.0 At least 2 credits with lab
Social Studies 3.0 World History, Geography, Civics
World Language 2.0 Same language both years
Health and Fitness 1.0 PE and Health combined
Career Pathway Electives 10.0 Maximum specialization
Applied Arts / CTE 0.5 Practical skills courses
Fine Arts 0.5 Art, Music, Theater, etc.

⚠️ Additional Requirements

  • Available only for Classes of 2021-2024
  • Maintain 3.5+ weighted GPA
  • Complete 10 career pathway electives
  • Exceed Colorado HEAR standards
  • Maximum college readiness preparation

🏅 Honor Titles - Academic Recognition

Earn prestigious recognition based on your weighted GPA, regardless of diploma type.

Cum Laude
3.5 - 3.74
With Honor
Magna Cum Laude
3.75 - 3.99
With High Honor
Summa Cum Laude
4.0+
With Highest Honor

🤝 Community Service Requirement

Give back to your community while developing leadership skills and making a positive impact.

10 hours
Class of 2021
15 hours
Class of 2022
20 hours
Class of 2023+

📋 Important Things to Know

  • Meet with your counselor regularly to track progress toward graduation
  • Keep copies of all community service documentation
  • Complete the ICAP (Individual Career and Academic Plan) process
  • Plan ahead for career pathway electives that align with your interests
  • Check graduation requirements early - don't wait until senior year
  • Weighted GPAs include bonus points for AP, IB, and honors courses