Grades 9–12: Choice of Two Graduation Tracks
Accelerated 18-Credit Diploma (ACCEL Track)
The ACCEL track is a faster, more focused path to graduation. This track is ideal
for students who want to graduate early, focus on career or community college
goals, or catch up quickly after transferring schools.
→ You’ll meet the same graduation standards, but with fewer total courses
allowing you to focus on your core academics and finish faster.
→ Many students in this track choose to start vocational school or community
college early, enter a trade or certification program, or begin working while
continuing their education later.
→ Because there are fewer electives, you may need to take additional
coursework or placement exams later if you apply to selective universities,
but the diploma itself remains fully valid.
Best for: motivated students who want to graduate early, enter technical or career
programs, or move quickly toward community college or workforce goals.
Standard 24-Credit Diploma
The 24-credit diploma is the traditional pathway to graduation. It’s ideal for
students who plan on attending a university and want a well-rounded academic
experience with room to explore electives and personal interests.
→ You’ll have more electives, which can help strengthen university
applications by showing variety, such as foreign languages, arts, or
advanced coursework.
→ This track is ideal for students who want to apply to four-year universities
directly after graduation, pursue Bright Futures Scholarships, or explore
different career fields through electives.
→ Some competitive universities may prefer students with a broader
academic background, which is easier to build through the 24-credit route.
Best for: students who want a traditional academic foundation, plan to attend a
university, or want flexibility to explore multiple interests before graduation.
