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    Michigan Merit High School Graduation Requirements

    The State Board of Education introduced the new high school graduation requirements, called the Michigan Merit Curriculum, in December 2005. When the state legislature enacted the requirements as law in March 2006, they became the driving force behind high school reform in Michigan. In satisfying these requirements, graduates will meet and often surpass the most stringent entry requirements for all colleges and universities in the state, and will provide the academic and applied learning skills business and industry leaders expect in their workforce.

    The Michigan Department of Education website provides the most up to date information regarding the Michigan Merit High School Graduation Requirements.


    Personal Curriculum
     
    The personal curriculum (PC) provides a way to modify certain areas of the Michigan Merit Curriculum standard requirements. If all of the requirements for a PC are met, then the board of the school district may award a high school diploma to a student who successfully completes his or her PC, even if it does not meet the requirements of the Michigan Merit Curriculum standard.

    The PC will be considered only after all other options have been attempted, and must meet stringent requirements for determining educational goals and evaluating student progress.

    The KRESA PC Handbook provides information and forms to help guide you in creating a PC.

    The Algebra II Quick Reference helps explain the Algebra II requirements and modifications. Please note the modifications that go into effect July 1, 2011 or beginning with the graduating class of 2012.

    For additional modification information and PC requirements, visit the Michigan Department of Education Personal Curriculum website or see the FAQ document.

    Here is the most current amendment to the Revised School Code. These amendments are effective July 1, 2011.
     
     
    Questions?  Contact:
     
    Karen Goudie
    Executive Secretary
    karen.goudie@kresa.org | 269.250.9210
     
     

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