Middle School Requirements

6th Grade Required Course

• Language Arts 6
• Mathematics 
• Life Science
• History – World Cultures
• Introduction to Fine Arts
• Physical Education

7th Grade Required Courses

• Language Arts 7
• Mathematics 7 or Pre-Algebra (placement based on math skills assessment)
• Earth Science
• Texas History
• Introduction to Fine Arts
• FOCUS
• Physical Education

8th Grade Requirement Courses

• Language Arts 8
• Transition to Algebra or Algebra I (placement by teacher recommendation)
• Physical Science
• World Geography
• Technology Literacy
• Introduction to Latin
• Physical Education
• FOCUS
• Students may elect to take a music course or they may take a study mod during the 7th and 8th Grade years.

High School Requirements

Students must earn 24 credits.

• English – 4 credits
• Mathematics – 4 credits (must include Geometry and Algebra II)
• Computer and Technology – 1 credit
• Science – 4 credits (must include Biology I and Chemistry I)
• Social Science – 4 credits (must include World History, U.S. History, Government/Eco)
• Foreign Language – 2 credits (must be from the same foreign language)
• Fine Arts – 1 credit
• Speech – 1/2 credit
• College Prep Seminar – 1 credit
• Physical Education – 1.5 credits
• Electives – 2  credits
• Any core curriculum course taken beyond the graduation requirements counts as an elective.

The following courses can also count as electives:

• Journalism – Yearbook – Drama – Art – Strings – Creative Writing -AP Classes
• Many AP and Elective Courses Available.  Please contact the school for a complete listing of courses available.

These requirements represent the minimum qualifications for graduation. Most Vanguard students take more than the minimum, and they are encouraged to do so.