Graduation Requirements

Graduation requirements are based on local and state policies. High School graduation is the ultimate culmination of the K-12 educational experience. It is our desire that each of our students earn a high school diploma and graduate with their classmates. Cartersville High School policy requires that each graduate meet all diploma requirements (credit requirements and testing requirements) and be in good standing (discipline, financial obligations, and graduation rehearsal) to participate in graduation ceremonies. Students and parents should communicate with their school counselor for additional information or assistance regarding graduation.

Students planning to enter or transfer into a University System of Georgia Institution or other post-secondary institution must take two or three units of the same foreign language (check with individual institutions for their requirements).It is important for students and parents to understand graduation requirements as well as keep up with their progress. Counselors welcome the opportunity to review the student’s progress toward graduation. Click on the button below to schedule a meeting with your school counselor.

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Honor Graduate Requirements

Honor Graduates must have a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of “3.70” as determined by the student’s cumulative final grades through the end of the student’s senior year. Additionally, students must have a minimum academic weighted grade point average of “3.30” in all core academic classes (English/Math/Science/Social Studies/Foreign Language/Academic Electives)and successfully have completed at least two (2) Advanced Placement courses OR scored a 3 or higher on at least two (2) Advanced Placement exams, to be eligible for Honor Graduate status.

To qualify for Honor Graduate with Distinction status, the student must have a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of “3.70” as determined by the student’s cumulative final grades through the end of the student’s senior year. Additionally, the student must have a minimum academic weighted GPA of “3.30” in all core academic classes (English/Math/Science/Social Studies/Foreign Language) and successfully have completed four (4) Advanced Placement courses OR have scored a 3 or higher on at least four (4) Advanced Placement exams. A student’s full-time enrollment in dual enrollment courses at a state accredited institution for one school year will be considered equivalent to 1 AP credit.