Graduation Requirements:
Graduation Requirements for Students Entering 9th Grade Prior to 2023-2024
Graduation Requirements for Students who Entered 9th Grade After 2023-2024
State of Florida Graduation Testing Requirements
Students entering high school starting PRIOR to the 23-24 school year are required to take the following courses for the traditional 24 credit diploma:
- 4 Credits of English
- 4 Credits of Math (MUST include Algebra 1 and Geometry)
- 3 Credits of Science (MUST include Biology)
- 3 Credits of Social Studies (MUST include World History, US History, American Government, and Economics)
- 1 Credit of Performing Fine Arts, Speech, Debate, or Career & Technical Education
- 1 Credit of HOPE
- 8 Credits of Electives
Students entering high school starting in the 23-24 school year and beyond are required to take the following courses for the traditional 24 credit diploma:
- 4 Credits of English
- 4 Credits of Math (MUST include Algebra 1 and Geometry)
- 3 Credits of Science (MUST include Biology)
- 3 Credits of Social Studies (MUST include World History, US History, American Government, and Economics)
- 1 Credit of Performing Fine Arts, Speech, Debate, or Career & Technical Education
- 1 Credit of HOPE
- 7.5 Credits of Electives
- 0.5 Credits in Personal Financial Literacy
Source: Florida State Statutes- Requirements for a Standard High School Diploma
**Note that as of the summer of 2023, the on-line course requirement was removed as a graduation requirement for ALL 9th grade entry years**
Course Catalogs:
2023-2024 Nease Course Catalog
St. Johns County Course Catalogs
***Attention Athletes***
** Not all courses offered at Nease High School are accepted by the NCAA. Pay attention to the descriptions within the catalog.