Graduation Requirements
The Henderson County Public Schools have four high schools (East Henderson, North Henderson, West Henderson, Early College) that operate on a “block” schedule, one high school (Hendersonville) that operates on a “traditional, seven period day” schedule, and one high school (Career Academy) that operates on a modified schedule.
During their four years of high school, students on the block schedule have an opportunity to earn 32 credits; students on the traditional schedule have an opportunity to earn 28 credits; and students at the Career Academy can graduate with a 22 credit diploma.
Students need 28 credits to graduate with a high school diploma from the four block schedule high schools, (East Henderson High, North Henderson High, West Henderson High, Early College). Students need 24 credits to graduate with a high school diploma from the traditional seven period day (Hendersonville High School).
Henderson County high schools have a variety of courses and options for all students, including Honors and Advanced Placement, Career and Technical classes, Blue Ridge Community College courses and Arts offerings. Students should work with their teachers and counselors as they plan out their pathways to graduation.
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