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General Information


                               COLLEGE PREPARATORY


                                             CURRICULUM


               The minimum core for college preparation is listed below.  Students who intend to apply to a four-year
               college should expect to complete the curriculum at Mayfield High School.

               1.  English – 4 units
               2.  Mathematics – 4 units (Algebra content or above)
               3.  Social Studies – 3 units
               4.  Science – 4 units of Lab Science including Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
               5.  World Language – 2 or 3 units
               6.  Fine Arts – 1 unit

               State and private colleges are required to establish admission policies in line with goals and purposes
               of  the  institution.    By  necessity,  admission  standards  will  vary  from  college  to  college.    Some
               universities  may  require  more  extensive  preparation  in  specific  subject  areas.    Check  with  the
               university of your choice or your school counselor for the most up-to-date information.

               The following coursework is strongly recommended by the Mayfield City Schools for all students who
               are preparing to attend college.  Studies show that students who take a rigorous college preparatory
               curriculum are the most successful in college.


                GRADE 9                                               GRADE 10
                English 1                                             English 2
                U.S. History                                          World History
                Algebra I or Geometry                                 Geometry or Algebra II
                9 Physical Science or Biology Honors                   Biology or Chemistry
                World Language *                                      World Language*
                Technology                                            Communication Course
                Fine Art                                              Health
                Physical Education                                    Physical Education

                GRADE 11                                              GRADE 12
                English 3                                             English 4
                Social Studies (Elective)                             American Government
                Algebra II or Pre-Calculus                            Pre-Calculus or AP Calculus
                Chemistry, Physics or other advanced science          Chemistry, Physics or other advanced science
                World Language *                                      Additional Electives
                Additional Electives

               *A minimum of 2 or 3 years of the same language in grades 8 - 12.





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