MICHIGAN MERIT

 

Subject Areas Description Personal Curriculum (Modifications requires a request by the parent or legal guardian, a meeting with the student's counselor, and alignment with a student's EDP
English

Language Arts

4 Credits

Aligned with subject area content expectations developed by the Department of Education and approved by the State Board of Education No modifications
Mathematics

 

 

4 Credits

Algebra 1

Geometry

Algebra 2

1 additional math or math-related credit
math or math-related credit in the final year

All Students: Complete at least 3.5 math or math related credits. Complete a math or math-related credit in the final year
Algebra 2 medication options:
Complete 2.5 credits including .5 credits of Algebra 2
   Or
Complete a two year Career and Technical Education curriculum which includes .5 credit of Algebra 2 content
   Or
Complete Algebra 2 over 2 years with credit given for each year
Science

4 Credits

Biology
Chemistry or Physics
1 additional science credit
No modifications
Social Studies

4 Credits

Civics .5
Economics .5
U.S. History and Geography
World History and Geography
No modifications of Civics
2 credits must be earned
Modified only if student takes additional credits beyond the required credits in English Language Arts, Math, Science, or World Languages
Health and Physical Education

4 Credits

Credit guidelines developed by the Michigan Department of Education Modified only if student takes additional credits beyond the required credits in English Language Arts, Math, Science, or World Languages
Visual, Performing, Applied Arts

4 Credits

Credit guidelines developed by the Michigan Department of Education Modified only if student takes additional credits beyond the required credits in English Language Arts, Math, Science, or World Languages
World Language

4 Credits

Begins with the class of 2016
Credits earned in Grades 9-12  or an equivalent learning experience in grades K-12
No modifications
Online Learning Experience Online courses or learning experiences  or
Online experiences is incorporated into each of the required credits
No Modifications

 

Special Education Students:  The Individualized Education Plan (IEP) shall identify the appropriate course or courses of study and identify the supports, accommodations, and modifications necessary to allow the pupil to progress in the curricular requirements, or in a Personal Curriculum, and meet the requirements for a high school diploma.  Sources: Michigan Department of Education & Macomb ISD
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