High School Academic Program

    High school students at Washington School are encouraged to develop intellectual curiosity, self-sufficiency, honor and a love of learning. The curriculum is college preparatory. Honors sections and advanced courses are available for students of above average ability and motivation. The academic goals are proficiency in written and oral English, the ability to use math concepts, an understanding of history and science and an appreciation for the fine arts.

    Requirements for Graduation—20 Units Required
    9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade
    Honors English
    English
    Honors English
    English
    Honors English
    English
    AP English
    English
    Algebra/Geometry
    Algebra II/
    Geometry
    Pre-Calculus
    Geometry
    Algebra II
    World History
    World Geography Economics/
    Computer Application/
    European History
    American History/
    AP US History
    American Government/
    Composition
    Biology
    Honors Biology
    Chemistry/
    Biology II/
    Anatomy & Physiology
    Chemistry/ Anatomy &
    Physiology or Advanced Chem.
    Science (Physics, Advanced Chemistry)
    Foreign Language Foreign Language
    Electives
    Science (Physics, Advanced
    Chemistry)
    Elective
    Elective

      Math (Pre-Calculus, Calculus
    AP Calculus)
    Advanced Placement courses are offered in English IV, Calculus and American History