Graduation Information
Program of Studies
The program of studies at Teurlings Catholic High School is based on the Catholic philosophy of education, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools standards, the requirements of the Department of Education of the State of Louisiana, and the general entrance requirements of colleges, universities, and career training programs.
The Louisiana Department of Education has made changes to their previous graduation requirements and has adopted two new pathways. To graduate from the State of Louisiana, a student must follow either the TOPS University Diploma or the Jump Start Career Diploma. Teurlings Catholic High School only offers the TOPS University Diploma pathway. This does not insure a student will receive the TOPS Scholarship Award. To receive the TOPS Award, students must also meet ACT and GPA requirements outlined by the TOPS program. The required TCHS program of studies is outlined below.
Graduation Requirements
All Teurlings Catholic students will be required to complete the requirements of the Louisiana University Diploma. Graduation from Teurlings Catholic High School and participation in graduation ceremonies will require:
- A total of 26 units of credit
- Scheduling 7 units per year including a Religious Studies class each year as outlined in the program of studies above.
- Successfully passing a Religious Studies course each year.
- Taking all midterm and final exams (unless exempt).
- Fulfillment of all obligations and commitments, including financial.
- Participation in the Senior Retreat.
- The Principal’s approval.
- Graduates must follow the Louisiana University Curriculum, which provides all courses necessary for admission to Louisiana colleges and universities.
| Course | Credit Requirements | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| English* | 4 credits | English I, II, III, IV |
| Math* | 4 credits |
Pathway 1: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and either Algebra III or Advanced Math I as a senior Pathway 2: (for students with Algebra I credit in 8th grade) Geometry, Algebra II, Advanced Math I, and either Advanced Math II or Calculus as a senior Pathway 3: (accelerated path for students without Algebra I credit in 8th grade, but wanted to take either Advanced Math II or Calculus as a senior) Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II (Both in 10th grade), Advanced Math I (as a junior), and either Advanced Math or Calculus as a senior |
| Science* | 4 credits | Physical Science, Biology I, Chemistry, and 1 credit from either Anatomy/Physiology, Biology II, Physics, or Environmental Science as a senior |
| Social Studies* | 4 credits | World Geography, Civics, U.S. History, World History |
| Foreign Language | 2 credits |
French I and French II or Spanish I and Spanish II Students must schedule 2 credits from the same language. Students entering high school with any Foreign Language credit should see their Guidance Counselor or Vice Principal before scheduling. Requests to take a language other than French or Spanish must be brought to TCHS Administration. |
| Health/Physical Education | 2 credits |
Health - 1/2 credit (9th grade) and Physical Education I - 1/2 credit (9th grade), and Physical Education II - 1 credit (10th grade) |
| Art | 1 credit | Selected from Art I, Fine Arts Survey, Theatre/Drama (acting), or Theatre (Competitive Speech) |
| Financial Literacy (for class of 2028) | 1 credit | Beginning with the Class of 2028, 1 credit of Financial Literacy must be earned |
| Free Electives | 3 credits (2 for class of 2028) | Please see TCHS Elective Course Choices document posted in Renweb |
| Religious Studies* | 4 credits |
Theology I, II, III and Theology IV Senior Campus Ministry Class can be applied for to be taken in place of Theology IV |