For the classes of 2016 and beyond, there are three graduation requirements that students may or may not earn credit for completing: 1) a High School and Beyond Plan, 2) completing a graduation pathway option, and 3) studying Washington State History and Government..
The High School and Beyond Plan: Beginning with students who graduated in 2008, a High School and Beyond Plan has been required for required for graduation (WAC 180-51-067, WAC 180-51-068, and WAC 180-51-220). The HSBP may be offered for credit, if it is included as part of a for-credit course such as an English or social studies course, or if it is offered as part of an advisory for which the school or district offers for credit. More information can be found on the High School and Beyond Plan FAQ.
Graduation Pathway Options: Beginning with students graduating in 2020, students must complete at least one graduation pathway option. In some course-based options, students would earn credit while meeting their graduation pathway requirement. Other graduation pathway options are test-based, and credit may or may not be offered. Read more about the graduation pathway options requirement or see FAQs on the graduation pathway options.
Washington State History and Government: Districts may offer Washington State History and Government at a middle school academic level, allowing middle school students to meet the graduation requirement before high school. If the course is offered at a high school academic level, the district may award high school credit.