High School Diploma
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The High School Diploma Program (HSD) is for students earning credits towards a Folsom Cordova Unified School District, Adult Education Diploma. Students need 200 credits to obtain an Adult Education Diploma. The Adult School conducts a formal commencement ceremony every May. Students who graduate early may still participate in graduation.
Obtain your official transcript/s and send a copy of it to the registrar, Leanna Miller, before your registration appointment. The transcript/s should be in a sealed unopened envelope and also brought to your appointment. lmmiller@fcusd.org
In-person and online class options
Option #1: In-Person Seat Time
Students attend class in-person two days per week but may attend up to four days a week if needed. Homework assignments are completed in class and at home.
- Mon/Wed 6:00pm-8:30pm
- Tues/Thurs 9:00am- 11:30am
Option #2: Independent Study
Students meet with their teacher in-person one day per week, by appointment. Homework is completed at home.
- Mon-Thurs 9:00am-3:00pm by appointment
- Wed 5:30pm-8:30pm by appointment
Mathematics and Algebra Bootcamp and Math Lab--In-Person
- Mon-Thurs 10:00am-12:00pm
- Tues/Wed 6:00pm-8:30pm
New Student Orientation--virtual
- Thurs 2:30-3:00pm
Students are expected to attend every class session. There are no excused absences. Hours missed because of illness, tardiness, etc. are all considered absences. Please consult the course syllabus for specific information on the attendance policy for your class.
Pacing Requirement
Adult Education requires a minimum of 15-20 hours of homework to be completed and turned-in each week. Please see the class syllabus for specific pacing requirements.
Advising
All students are welcome to meet with the advisor for educational, college, or career planning.
Students may contact our academic advisor, Mr. Ovon Pettaway or send an email to fpettaway@fcusd.org
Graduation Requirements
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Course Credits Required English 40 credits U.S. History 10 credits World History/Cultures 10 credits Government 5 credits Economics 5 credits Health 5 credits Fine Arts OR Foreign Language OR
Career Technical Education
10 credits Algebra 10 credits Advanced Mathematics 10 credits Life Science 10 credits Physical Science 10 credits Electives 75 credits Total 200 credits Credits towards meeting the graduation requirements may be awarded for the following:
1. Units transferred from colleges.
2. Credits transferred from public or private secondary schools.
3. Credits transferred from other Adult Schools.
4. Credits earned through dual enrollment in college classes (please see school counselor for more information).
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Transcript/
Diploma Request
To request a copy of your FCAS diploma or transcript please contact Leanna Miller at lmmiller@fcusd.org
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Fees
Classes are FREE. There is no registration fee for the High School Diploma program.
There is a refundable $80 materials deposit fee for independent study only. This deposit is returned when the student returns the materials and finishes the class.