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Program of Studies 2022 - 2023

Graduation Requirements (2022 - 2023)

All students must complete the following to graduate:

All students will demonstrate achievement of the standards of the Maine Learning Results.  The high school diploma signifies that the graduate has completed the requirements described in this policy and is ready to enter a postsecondary educational program or a career as a clear and effective communicator, a self-directed and lifelong learner, a creative and practical problem solver, a responsible and involved citizen, and an informed and integrative thinker.

Falmouth High School offers multiple pathways to allow students to demonstrate proficiency on expected learning standards and satisfy graduation requirements. Student pathways may include, but are not limited to, the following learning options:

  • Falmouth High School Program of Studies courses
  • Independent study courses approved by the school
  • Individualized learning plans
  • Dual enrollment or early college courses
  • Career and technical education
  • Accredited online learning programs
  • Alternative or at risk programming
  • Apprenticeships, internships, field work, or exchange experiences approved by the school

To earn a diploma from FHS, students in the classes of 2024-2026 must earn 20 total credits and must include the following:

  •  English Language Arts (4 credits)
  •  Mathematics credits (3 credits)
  •  Science and Technology (3 credits: 2 years of lab science required; engineering or technology courses can fulfill 1 credit)
  •  Social studies (3 credits) 
  •  Visual and Performing Arts (1 credit)
  •  Physical Education (1 credit) and Health (.5 credit)
  •  Electives (4.5 credits)

Course Descriptions (2022 - 2023)

These courses are available for the 2022-2023 academic year, which begins in September 2022. Remember that students must carry a minimum of 5 classes per semester (or 5 credits per school year) and should work with their parents, school counselors, and teachers to create their schedule.

To earn a diploma from FHS, students must earn 20 total credits and must include the following:

  •  4 English credits
  •  3 Mathematics credits
  •  3 Science credits
  •  3 Social studies credits (U.S. History is a requirement)
  •  1 Fine Art credit
  •  .5 Health credit
  •  1 Physical Education credit

Read the course descriptions for the 2022 - 2023 academic year.