High School Diploma Program
The Newark Adult Education High School Diploma Program provides an opportunity for students to work at his/her own pace with individualized instruction while completing high school requirements. The courses are selected to meet education requirements of the Newark Unified School District. All classes are currently being offered via distance learning.
Steps to Register for the High School Diploma Program
- Complete the online Registration Form
- Wait for a phone call or email from the office manager, who will advise you if there is space available in the program.
- If accepted, be prepared to present a photo ID and copies of official transcript(s) (sealed in envelope) from previous high school(s).
- Sign up for classes
Students transferring from Newark Memorial High School, Bridgepiont High School, or Crossroads Independent Studies Program are strongly encouraged to create a diploma plan with their current high school counselor prior to enrollment.
Newark Adult Education Diploma Plan
|
Subjects |
Credits |
| Algebra |
10 |
| Economics |
5 |
| Electives * (add Physical Education credits to elective credits earned) |
20 |
| English 1 |
10 |
| English 2 |
10 |
| English 3 |
10 |
| English 4 |
10 |
| Government/Civics |
5 |
| Life Science |
10 |
| Math |
10 |
| Physical Science |
10 |
| US History |
10 |
| Visual Performing Arts * |
10 |
| World History |
10 |
| TOTAL |
140 |
ENGLISH (1, 2, 3, 4) CORE
Courses will focus on the development of comprehension, grammar, vocabulary and writing skills as well as exposing students to a variety of literary genres. Content Standards for Reading and Writing will be used as the basis for instruction.
SOCIAL STUDIES CORE
Courses offer a study of World History 1 & 2, United States History 1&2, American Government and Economics. Students will view subjects from the perspective of the subject’s historical development in relationship to the United States and the world.
MATH/SCIENCE CORE
General Math focuses on Basic Math Skills as well as pre algebraic concepts. Algebraic skills are further developed in Algebra 1.
Science courses will concentrate on Physical/Earth and Life sciences. Content Standards will be used as the basis for instruction.
VISUAL/PERFORMING ARTS/ELECTIVES
Students will have an opportunity to select areas of study which include: Visual & Performing Arts (Drawing/Analysis/History), Career Exploration, Geography, Culinary Arts, Psychology, Physical Development, Health, and Consumer/Business Math. Students may also receive credit for parenting and/or employment of 1 year or more. Courses in this area are completed on an independent study basis.