Graduation Information

Starting with the class of 2017 and thereafter, a total of twenty-six (26) credits are required for graduation (16 required credits plus elective credits).
         
 Required credits:  English             4 credits
                              Math                 3 credits
                              Science            3 credits (includes 1 cr. of Biology)
                              Social Studies  3 credits (includes 1 cr. of US History)
                              Physical Education  1.5 credits
                              Computers                 .5 credit
                              Health                        .5 credit
                              Personal Finance       .5 credit
                              Electives                    10 credits

Students are also required to complete 20 hours of community service to graduate.  It is suggested that each student submit a minimum of 5 hours per year in high school.  Click here to access a community service record and verification sheet.

ELGHS is moving away from class rank and has adopted the laude program to recognize our students and their academic achievements.

The Laude system is a graduation requirement where the laude score is based on a formula and students are rewarded for classes taken with a higher rigor.  The program is based on a two tier system: tier 1 worth 1 point per semester, awarded to transcripted and AP courses, & tier 2 worth .5 point per semester, awarded to advanced standing and teacher selected courses.

The Laude recognition point program will contain three bands:

                               Cum Laude - 7 to 10 points

                               Magna Cum Laude - 11 to 14 points

                               Summa Cum Laude - Greater than 15 points

To qualify and be recognized in the laude system, the student must have a minimum of a 3.25 cumulative GPA. 

To view information about what classes are recognized in the laude program, please see the course catalog.