Graduation Requirements

Colorado and Jeffco Public schools require all students to demonstrate competency in math, reading, and writing in order to earn their graduate diploma. This requirement is in addition to the 23 credits required in specific content areas (see Jeffco Graduation Requirements for specific details). To demonstrate these competencies, AHS requires all students to complete one* of the following pathways.

• Standardized Test Proficiency (SAT/ACT/AP/ASVAB/Accuplacer/ACT WorkKeys) OR
• Passing Grade in a Concurrent Enrollment Course OR
• Industry Certificate OR
• A District approved, capstone project and passing presentation. Students will submit a proposal to the Admin/Counselor in charge of Capstone. 

*A combination of these will be considered for students to meet both ELA and Math PWR requirements.
Students who have not yet met the PWR by January 2nd of each year will automatically be enrolled in a Senior Capstone Course.
**Beginning with the Class of 2027, students will begin building a digital portfolio their Junior Year and all students who complete the PWR through a means other than Capstone will present a Senior Reflection of the learning and Durable Skills.
 

Colorado and Jeffco Public Schools are committed to educating students so they enter the workforce with in-demand skills that meet business, industry and higher education standards. According to the Colorado Department of Education (CDE), jobs that require training beyond high school are growing three times as fast as those that don't require training.

The graduating class of 2022 and beyond must meet or exceed the following requirements:

• Complete a minimum of 23 credit hours in required courses and
• Demonstrate Postsecondary Workforce Readiness (PWR) for at least one measure in reading, writing and communicating; and one measure in mathematics.