Requirement:

4 units of Mathematics. 

Including: 

1 unit of Algebra I or its equivalent/substitute, 1 unit of Geometry or its equivalent/substitute, 1 unit Algebra II w/Trigonometry or Algebra II, or its equivalent/substitute. Mathematics-credit eligible options may include: Career and Technical Education/Advanced Placement/International Baccalaureate/post secondary courses/SDE-approved courses.

1 unit to include:

Alabama Course of Study: Mathematics or mathematics-credit eligible courses from Career and Technical

Education/Advanced Placement/International Baccalaureate/post secondary courses/SDE-approved courses.

Additional context:

It is imperative that a student’s plans for college or post secondary should be considered when selecting a mathematics-credit eligible course. The Mathematics Pathways memos a document that provides possible mathematics pathways for students, parents, and counselors to consider when preparing for high school mathematics course credits. In an effort to offer more flexibility to school systems, the Flexibility in Awarding Credit for Algebra I and Geometry memo, explains how Algebra I and Geometry may be offered

to students in Grades 7 and 8, respectively, for high school credit and to meet graduation requirements.

If you have questions, please contact Michele Matin at mmatin@alsde.edu or Dawn Morrison at

dmorrison@alsde.edu.