Graduation Requirements

The State required minimum classes for the graduation class of 2013 and beyond. To earn a North Star Diploma:

Course Area Required Number of credits
Language Arts 8 credits/RPR/LPR
Speech 1 credit
Health 1 credit
Math 6 credits/MPR
U.S. History 4 credits
American Government 2 credits
Economics 1 credit
Science* 6 credits (4 lab)
Humanities 2 credits
Core Instructional Classes 29 Credits
Elective Classes 17 Credits
Total 46 Credits

North Star Charter School required classes for the graduating class of 2013 and beyond. To be considered for the North Star Diploma of Distinction:

Course Area Required Number of credits
Language Arts 8 credits/RPR/LPR
Speech 1 credit
Math 8 credits/MPR
U.S. History – Survey 2 credits
History of the Americas 4 credits
American Government 2 credits
Economics 1 credit
Science* 8 lab credits
Physical Education/Health 3 credits
World Language (Spanish 8 credits
Theory of Knowledge minimum of 2 credits
Electives 14+ credits
Total Minimum of 61 credits

*Science shall include instruction in Biology; Physical Science or Chemistry; Early, Space, Environmental, or approved applied science:
RPR = Reading Proficiency Requirement
LPR = Language Proficiency Requirement
MPR = Math Proficiency Requirement

ABOUT NORTH STAR CHARTER

North Star Charter School (NSCS) is a K-12 public charter school located in Eagle, Idaho. Founded in 2003, NSCS provides students a world-class education characterized by a safe, supportive and structured learning climate that encourages high academic achievement, intellectual confidence, leadership and virtuous citizenship. The school’s charter articulates the vision of its founders to think critically and to become virtuous citizen leaders in our local and world community.

We Look Forward to Getting to Know Your Family!

Our main admission entry points are kindergarten, sixth,  and ninth grades. Applications for other grade-levels are fully considered, but admission is solely based on space availability due to student attrition.

ACADEMIC OVERVIEW

NSCS is committed to improving student achievement through high expectations for student engagement and meaningful preparation for postsecondary education and careers. Explore our Elementary, Middle and High School divisions.

HUSKY ATHLETICS

North Star athletics is committed to developing our student-athletes in an educational-based environment. Through a positive coaching atmosphere, student-athletes will be encouraged to expand their athletic abilities. 

CAMPUS LIFE

Our students receive an exceptional learning experience enabling them to reach their full potential and discover their place in a world of possibilities.

Phone:
208-939-9600 (Main Office)
208-939-9645 (Attendance Line)
FAX: 208-939-6090

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