Tests required for graduation:
Students graduating in 2021-2022 and beyond are required to pass 5 SOL tests for either a standard or an advanced diploma: Reading, writing, 1 math, 1 science, 1 history. Contact your counselor for more information.
SOL tests that could count for graduation:
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English 11 Reading
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English 11 Writing
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Algebra 1
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Algebra II
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Geometry
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World Geography
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World History 1
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World History II
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VA/US History
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Earth Science
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Biology
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Chemistry
Locally Awarded Credits:
Students are allowed 1 or more Locally Awarded Credits for an SOL based on specific diploma and cohort requirements and stipulations. Contact Heidi Miller, hmiller@cityschools.com for more details.
Substitute Assessments:
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Work Place Documents - This test has been approved by the Virginia Department of Education to take the place of the English 11 Reading SOL if the student has failed the English 11 Reading SOL at least once and scores at least a 4 on the Work Place Documents test.
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Business Writing – This test has been approved by the Virginia Department of Education to take the place of the English 11 Writing SOL if the student has received a minimum score of 3 on the test. All FCPS ninth grade students who are currently enrolled at the time of the test are given one opportunity to take it.