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Graduation Requirements: A TO G PLUS 2
Cambrian Academy's strong reputation among top universities is built by our graduating students who are more than ready to handle a rigorous, academic course of study. Our students will not only get into top universities, they will leave their mark on those universities. Therefore, in addition to the a-g requirements, we require students to take an additional 2 courses in their proposed area of specialty. These courses can be chosen from the ones below which are indicated as recommended. Their academic counselor will assist with course selection.
a. History/Social Science
Two years required, including one year of World History and one year of U.S. History.
b. English
Four years required. Four years of college preparatory English - composition and literature.
c. Mathematics
Three years required, four years recommended. Three years of college preparatory mathematics which include Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II. Pre-Calculus is highly recommended, as is Calculus.
d. Laboratory Science
Two years required, three years recommended. Biology and Chemistry are required; Physics is highly recommended.
e. Languages other than English
Two years required, three years recommended, four, five and six years available and encouraged. Two years of the same language, other than English, which has a body of literature. We routinely offer Spanish and French.
f. Visual and Performing Arts
One yearlong course required. One yearlong course in any of the following areas: drama, theater, music or visual art.
g. College Preparatory Elective Courses
Two years required, more recommended. Two years (four semesters), in addition to those required in "a-f" above, chosen from the following areas: Visual and Performing Arts, History, Social Science, English, Advanced Mathematics, Laboratory Science and Languages other than English.
Cambrian Academy classes also strive to awaken the intellect and social conscience. Independent thought, integrity, self-worth, respect for others and concern for our social and physical environment are the values Cambrian Academy encourages and includes in all courses from Drama to AP Calculus.
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