The California Education Code and the Rules & Regulations of the State Board of Education require instructions in certain specific fields in all California public schools. According to Board Policy students shall receive diplomas of graduation from Windsor High School only after completing the required course of study and meeting the standards of proficiency established by the District.
To qualify for graduation and to participate in the ceremonies, a student must successfully meet these three requirements.
Courses Credits
* English (40)
*Mathematics (20) - Competency established by passing Algebra and Geometry
*Integrated Science (20)
*World History/Global Issues (10)
*U. S. History (10)
*Economics and Government (10)
*Visual or Performing Arts, Foreign Language or American Sign Language (10)
*Physical Education (20) - Exemptions granted pursuant to E.C. provisions *Health (5)
*Computer Literacy (5)
*Electives (70)
Students may earn a maximum of 40 credits each semester.
Students may earn a maximum of 20 credits towards graduation for teacher's assistant, office assistant or an internship course.
Most students complete their high school requirements in 4 years (8 semesters) although we recognize that individual differences in student progress may lead to early graduation or may require additional time to complete all graduation requirements.
The Windsor High School Course Catalog describes specific courses and is available online and in the Counseling Office.
See Senior Project section for more information.
In addition to the course requirements, students must pass the California High School Exit Exam in Language Arts and Math.
·Adult Education: The Windsor Unified School District provides programs for adults and concurrently enrolled high school students. More information about this program is available in the school and District offices.
Gifted and Talented Education (GATE): This program is designed to serve those students with exceptional needs and abilities. Information about the program is available in the office and from the program's lead teacher.
Home/Hospital Study: This program is designed for students who are expected to be out of school for a period of not less than three weeks due to illness or injury. It serves grade K-12 students who are temporarily disabled either at home or in the hospital and cannot attend classes. Parents of students requiring a home/hospital teacher need to secure a physician's note and submit it to their counselor.
Regional Occupational Program (ROP): ROP offers tuition-free occupational training to Sonoma County residents 16 years of age and over. Courses are offered at Windsor High School and at other schools throughout the county. Information about the program may be obtained from the Sonoma County Office of Education (524-2720) or a school counselor. Credits count toward graduation as elective credits unless otherwise noted.
Windsor Independent Study @ Home (WISH): The Windsor Unified School District's independent study program is for students in grades K-12. This program serves students who are seeking an alternative that individualizes their educational plan and whose needs may best be met through study outside the regular classroom setting. A brochure explaining this option and the entrance requirements is available in the office or by calling his/her counselor.
California High School Proficiency Test: This test is offered twice a year to students who have finished their sophomore year or are sixteen years of age and are seeking an alternative to the standard high school diploma. Students who pass the test are awarded a proficiency certificate by the California State Department of Education. Applications and more information may be obtained from the school counselor. Parent permission to leave school upon passing is required.
Graduation Equivalency Diploma (GED): Students who are 18 or older may take the Graduation Equivalency Exam. See the counselor for more details. Students who are 17 ½ may take GED predatory classes offered at SRJC.
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