Graduation Requirements
A Webster City High School Graduate must earn 50 semester credits
The following specific courses are required to be successfully completed
ENGLISH: 8 credits
English 9
English 10
English 11 (elective starting with the Class of 2029)
Two (2) semesters of an elective English course
MATH: 6 credits
Specific questions can be directed to a math instructor.
Students may be moved to other classes based on success in understanding and application of standards with teacher approval
Option 1 (This path is suggested for students who are planning to attend a 4 year college program, 2 year college program, or trade school):
Algebra 1
Geometry
Algebra II, Advanced Algebra II or College Prep Math
College Prep Math is not an accepted Algebra II credit for some universities. If planning to attend this type of program beyond high school, Algebra II will need to be taken so it is reflected on the transcript.
Check with your college to ensure what is accepted.
Option 2 : This path is for students who are planning to attend a 2 year college program, trade school, or enter the workforce after high school.
Foundations of Algebra A
Foundations of Algebra B
Foundations of Geometry
College Prep Math
SCIENCE: 6 credits
Biology
Chemistry (full year) OR Applied Science (1 semester) + 1 science elective
Physics (full year) OR Conceptual Physics (1 semester) + 1 science elective
SOCIAL STUDIES: 6 credits
Geography
U.S. History
World Studies (Class 2026 and 2027 this fulfills the Geography requirement)
Government (one semester)
Economics (one semester)
PHYSICAL EDUCATION: 4 credits
One (1) semester each year
Students involved in athletics/cheer or marching band for at least one (1) semester in an academic year, students can “opt out” of PE through an application process.
ELECTIVES: 20 credits