Graduation

Students at graduation

Class of 2024 Commencement

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Northside graduation requirements

The Foundation High School Program with Endorsements is a flexible gradation program that allows students to explore their interests. It was established by the Texas Legislature for students entering high school in the 2014/2015 academic year or later.

The Program is comprised of four parts:

  • A 22-credit foundation plan
  • 5 Endorsement options that allow students to focus on a related series of courses
  • A higher performance category called Distinguished Level of Achievement
  • Performance Acknowledgements that recognize outstanding achievement in specific areas

All students entering the 9th grade will select an endorsement. More detailed information is available from the Texas Education Agency.

The Texas Education Agency requires minimum graduation requirements, and permits local education agencies to add to them. Graduation for NISD students are as outlined below:

 

Course Requirements Foundation Requirements Foundation with Endorsement
English Language Arts 4 credits 4 credits
Mathematics 3 credits 4 credits
Science 3 credits 4 credits
Social Studies 3 credits 4 credits
Languages other than English 2 credits 2 credits
Physical Education 1 credit 1 credit
Health .5 credit .5 credit
Speech .5 credit .5 credit
Fine Arts 1 credit 1 credit
Endorsements/Electives 4 credits 5 credits
Total 22 26
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