Graduation Requirements
Students who successfully complete the required coursework and accrue the necessary seat hours will be awarded credits toward graduation. To earn a diploma from Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted Public Schools, you must earn 24 credits as listed in the academic areas. HLWW High School awards credits on a semester basis. Every semester class that is successfully completed with a grade of D- or higher earns a .5 credit.
Language Arts – 4 Credits
- Language Arts 9
- Language Arts 10
- Traditional Language Arts
- Contemporary Language Arts
- AP Literature & Composition
Social Studies – 4 Credits
- Geography
- Civics
- US History
- World History
- Economics
- CIS Microeconomics
- American Government/Citizenship
- Psychology
- AP Psychology
- Sociology/Ethnic Studies
- Modern American History
Math – 3 Credits
- Basic Algebra
- Algebra I
- Algebra II
- Basic Geometry
- Geometry
- Math Concepts
- Pre-Calculus
- Trigonometry, Statistics, & Probability
- CIS College Algebra
- CIS Trigonometry
Science – 3 Credits
- Physical Science 9
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Everyday Chemistry
- Food Chemistry
- Physics
Physical Education – 1 Credit
- Individual and Team Sports
- Lifetime Fitness
- Strength & Conditioning
Health – .5 Credit
- Health
Art – 1 Credit
- Art Studio
- Digital Photography & Graphic Design
- Drawing & Painting
- Sculpture & Ceramics (3-D Art)
- Yearbook
- Web Page Design
- Nova Voce Singers
- Concert Choir
- Bel Canto Singers
- Concert Band
- Jazz Band
- Introduction to Performing Arts
- Floral Design
- Advanced Floral
- Landscaping
Personal Finance – .5 Credit (Requirement for Class of 2028 and beyond)
- Personal Finance
Electives- 7 Credits
- Students must earn an additional 7 credits as electives
Minnesota State Assessments
All Minnesota high school students are required to take: MCA and ACT College Entrance Assessment and/or ASVAB (Vocational Battery Assessment).