High School Diploma
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HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA PROGRAMINDEPENDENCE ADULT CENTERTop of Page
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA PROGRAM
INDEPENDENCE ADULT CENTER
East Side Adult Education awards high school diplomas to students who meet Board of Education and WASC accreditation requirements. Our program offers a standards-based curriculum tailored to adult learners, with in-person, hybrid, independent study, and distance learning options. Classes feature state-of-the-art technology, including Wi-Fi, computer labs, Chrome carts, and laser projectors. Students learn through self-paced and small-group instruction, earning five credits per completed course. Credits from accredited secondary or foreign schools may be accepted. ESAE students can also take courses at local community colleges and access tutoring, counseling, school psychology, and transition specialist services.
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Graduation requirements for Adult Ed are 150 credits (not including PE)Top of Page
Required Courses (offered every semester)/ Credits
- English/ 40
- Math / 10
- Algebra/10
- Biological Science / 10
- Physical Science / 10
- World History / 10
- U.S. History / 10
- Government, Civics / 5
- Economics / 5
- Fine Arts or Foreign Language / 10
- Digital Literacy/ 5
- Financial Literacy/ 5
- Work Readiness/ 5
- Other Electives / 15
TOTAL: 150