Graduation Requirements

Jordan School District Graduation Requirements

For purposes of this handbook, "Regular Coursework" is defined as all courses/programs listed in the Jordan School District Secondary Course Catalog. 

To graduate from a Jordan School District high school, a student must:

1. Earn the minimum number of credits designated by the Utah State Board of Education and the Jordan District Board of Education. 
2. Meet attendance requirements as designated by the Jordan School District. 
3. Pass a U.S. Civics Test.
4. Complete all graduation requirements prior to commencement exercises in order to participate.

Note:  Meeting graduation requirements entitles a student to receive a diploma, but does not necessarily entitle a student to attend commencement. A student may be denied the privilege of attending commencement based upon disciplinary action by the school administration. 

1. Credit is awarded on the basis of a student's participation, mastery of subject matter, and/or attainment of skills. Credit is granted for courses taken in grades 9-12. Credit earned during the summer prior to ninth grade may be applied toward graduation. Jordan School District requires the “minimum core curriculum” as specified by the Utah State Board of Education Rule R277-700-6 along with the additional course credits listed below for high school graduation. 
2. Based on the Utah State Board of Education (USBE) requirements for high school graduation, Jordan School District requires each student to complete the following courses and credits for high school graduation: