Academics
The success of every student is Grand Haven Area Public Schools' number one priority. In addition to an outstanding core curriculum including math, reading, science and social studies, there are a variety of exemplary academic opportunities available to students. Art, foreign language, and music provide for a well-rounded education, and technology is interwoven throughout classroom learning.
As a result of this rigorous academic experience, our students consistently score above county and state averages, and students successfully carry their knowledge from the classroom and apply it through a variety of activities.
In addition, our students understand the importance of excellence and learn to work as team members who apply creative and critical thinking skills to solve problems. Grand Haven students become self-directed learners and understand responsibility to their community and their world. Each student has different interests, distinctive talents, and a promising future, and district staff work in partnership parents to provide the skills to build a successful future.
Credit Structure
For Grade Level Advancement
September of School Year (first marking period)
- Freshman - Less than 4.0 credits
- Sophomore - 4.0 credits
- Junior - 10.0 credits
- Senior - 16.0 credits
Graduation Requirements
Required Credits and Courses
English - 4.0 credits required
- English Language Arts 9 - 1.0 credits
- English Language Arts 10 - 1.0 credits
- English Language Arts 11 - 1.0 credits
- English Language Arts 12 - 1.0 credits
Mathematics - 4.0 credits required
- Algebra I - 1.0 credits
- Geometry - 1.0 credits
- Algebra II - 1.0 credits
- One additional math or math-related course in final year of high school - 1.0 credits
Science - 3.0 credits required
- Biology - 1.0 credits
- Physics or Chemistry - 1.0 credits
- One additional science credit - 1.0 credits
Social Studies - 3.0 credits required
- Civics - 0.5 credits
- Economics - 0.5 credits
- U.S. History and Geography - 1.0 credits
- World History and Geography - 1.0 credits
Physical Educaiton/Health
- 1.0 credits required
Visual, Performing and Applied Arts
- 1.0 credits required
Online Learning Experience
- 0.5 credits required
- Course, Learning Experience or Integrated Learning Experience
Computer Education
- 1.0 credits required
Language other than English
- 2.0 credits required
Electives
- 9.5 credits required
