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To graduate from Elyria Catholic High School, the student must successfully complete the following courses:
Theology 4 credits
English 4 credits
Social Studies 3 credits
Mathematics 4 credits Science (Biology required) 3 credits
Fine Arts 1 credit ( ½ credit in Dramatic or Musical Arts & ½ credit in Visual Arts)
Health 1/2 credit
Physical Education 1/2 credit
Introduction to Business/ 1/2 credit Personal Finance
World Language 2 credits
Electives 1 ½ credits
TOTAL 24 credits
GRADUATION TEST(Class of 2017 and up):
The Ohio Department of Education has created pathways in which students can graduate from high school. A student must meet one of the following criteria:
1. Ohio’s State Test: At Elyria Catholic High School, the IOWA Test is used as the Ohio State Test. Students must earn a minimum of 249 on the ELA II test and 255 for Algebra I test.
2. College and Career Readiness Test: At Elyria Catholic High School, the ACT Test is used to determine college and career readiness. The ACT is given to juniors in the spring of their junior year. Currently, students must meet a 22 in the Reading and Math section and an 18 in the English section. Ohio’s university presidents set these scores, which are subject to change.
For additional Information, please refer to the Ohio Department of Education website: http://education.ohio.gov/Topics/Ohio-s-Graduation-RequirementsCOLLEGE ADMISSION RECOMMENDATION
Students should be aware that college admission requirements vary. It is important that students and parents begin the admissions process early and research the requirements of the colleges of interest. The following courses are recommended as the preparatory program for most four-year colleges and universities:
English: 4 Credits
Social Studies: 3 Credits
Mathematics (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II): 4 Credits
Science (lab experience required): 3 Credits
Foreign Language: 2-3 Credits (minimum 2 credits in the same language)
Fine Arts: 1 Credit