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42 states require students to take certain
courses to graduate from high school
WA
VT ME
MT
MN
OR
ID
NV
WY
UT
SD
KS
CA
AZ
WI
NM
OK
TX
AK
NY
IL IN OH
WV
VA
MO
KY
NC
TN
SC
AR
GA
MS AL
NH
CT
NJ
DE
MD
LA
FL
Source: Achieve, Inc., The Expectations
Gap: A 50-State Review of High School
Graduation Requirements, 2004.
Whether graduates are going to
college or work, they need the
same skills
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College
Algebra
Required Skills:
 Add, subtract, multiply, divide and
simplify rational expressions
 Calculate and apply ratios,
proportions and percentages to solve
problems
 Recognize and solve problems using a
linear equation and one variable
 Apply units correctly in expressions
involving measurements
 Determine the perimeter and the
circumference of geometric shapes
Required Skills:
 Add, subtract, multiply, divide and
simplify rational expressions
 Understand functional notation
 Solve systems of two linear equations
in two variables
 Solve quadratic equations in one
variable
 Graph a linear equation and quadratic
function
 Determine the perimeter and the
circumference of geometric shapes
 Represent geometric objects and
figures algebraically
American Diploma Project, Achieve Inc.
Today’s graduates need
more knowledge and skills

Highly Paid Professional
Jobs Earnings: $40,000+
Projected Job Growth Rate:
20%
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Well-Paid, Skilled Jobs
Earnings: $25,000–$40,000
Projected Job Growth Rate:
12%
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Low-Paid or Low-Skilled
Jobs Earnings: Less than
$25,000 Projected Job Growth
Rate: 15%
25%
37%
38%
Share of Jobs
Source: American Diploma Project, 2002.
The Guiding Principles
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All students will need education beyond high
school.
Post-secondary education and the workplace
require the same skills.
Graduation requirements must be for each and
every high school student.
Rigor must be accompanied by relevance and
relationships.
World-class graduation requirements are an
economic and a moral imperative.
Graduation Requirements
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Completion of the Michigan Merit Credits
that includes a Michigan Merit Core and a
21st Century Applied Learning Core.
Completion of an online credit or noncredit
course or learning experience.
Participation in the Michigan Merit
Examination or MI-Access in the spring of
the junior year.
Implementation of the Michigan
Merit Credits Requirements
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Requirements beginning with the freshman class
of 2006-07 (the graduating class of 2010) unless
legislation to support this requirement has not
been signed by March 1, 2006 (otherwise the
requirement will begin with the freshman class of
2007-08).
District requirement to file a phase-in plan if
unable to implement immediately.
Credit modifications allowed after three years in
Michigan Merit Core.
Curricular Format Options
1. Traditional Course/Grade Specific – CTE Integrated
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade
ELA Overview
American
Literature
Geometry or
Algebra II
British/World
Literature
Statistics or
Algebra II or
Pre-Calculus
ELA/Overview
Pre-Calculus or
AP Statistics or
AP Calculus
Algebra I or
Geometry
3. By the End
of High
School
Set of Content
Expectations
Mathematics
2. Throughout the High School Experience
Integrated Sequence of Content Expectations with CTE
ELA
Social Studies
Science
CTE Integrated
ACT Minimum Core
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English: 4 years
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Social Sciences: At least 3 years
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Mathematics: At least 3 years
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Natural Sciences: At least 3 years
Michigan Merit Core
The Merit Core content standards may be met in a traditional course sequence or in
different contexts or formats such as a Humanities course sequence, Career and
Technical Education programs, or a specialized small school curriculum, or as an online
course. Schools that offer courses in a different format must be prepared to
demonstrate how these courses align with the Merit Core content standards and
demonstrate how the content standards will be assessed. In all instances it is
expected that technology, including assistive technology devices and services,
will be used to deliver instruction to meet the Michigan Merit Core content
standards.
English Language
Arts
Mathematics
4 Credits
Credits to include:
 English 9
{or Humanities sequence, CTE sequence
 English 10
 English 11
 English 12
These courses will include expository writing, creative writing,
informational text, grammar, speaking, representing, reading,
listening, viewing, literature, culture and language.
4 Credits
Credits to Include:
 Algebra I
{or Integrated Math sequence, or CTE
 Geometry
sequence
 Algebra II
 1 Additional Math or Math-Related class
(For example: Calculus, Trigonometry, Electronics, Accounting,
Probability and Statistics)
Math must be taken in the Senior year.
Science
3 Credits
Credits to Include:
Biology
{or Integrated Science sequence, or
+
CTE sequence
Physics or Chemistry
+
1 year of Additional Science
Examples:
Earth Science, Environmental Science, Forensic Science,
Microbiology, Nanoscience, Oceanography, AP/IB/College for
credit Sciences, Health Sciences, Agriscience, Chemistry, Physics
Social Science
3 Credits
Credits to include:
Government/Civics .5 (semester) {or Humanities
Economics .5 (semester)
sequence, or
US History (including Geography)
CTE sequence
World History (including Geography)
Health/Physical
Education
Visual and
Performing Arts
World Languages
SUBTOTAL
1 Credit
Examples: Health, Personal Fitness
1 Credit
Examples: Vocal and Instrumental Music, Art, Music
Appreciation, Art History, Multicultural Art, Readers’ Theater,
Dance
2 credits
18Credits
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade (Senior
Project)
General
Requirements
All students are required to take these core
classes
English 9
Algebra I or Geometry
Physical/Earth Science
Civics or World History (depending on
graduation requirement)
All students are required to take
these core classes
H English 10
Algebra II
Biological Chemistry I
(General Biology and Chemistry
H US History
Small School
Required
Elective(s)
General
Electives
( ½ class will be scheduled)
ATC Computer Literacy OR Computer
Applications I
__1 ½ __ class will be scheduled
General electives (Fitness/Health is
recommended)
(½ – 1 class will be scheduled)
Intro to Computer Programming
1
Geometry (for students who
have not had geometry)
All students are required to take
these core classes
All students are required
to take these core
classes
H English 11
Pre-Calculus (Trig) (1 section
offered 0 hour)
Physics I
Government and Practical Law or
Economics (may also be taken
senior year)
H English 12 –
(scientific reading,
writing and ethics)
Calculus (1 section
offered 0 hour)
Government and
Practical Law or Econ (if
not taken junior year)
(_1_class will be scheduled)
(_1_class will be
scheduled)
Computer Applied Math (for
engineering track)
OR
Biological Chemistry II – (for
biomedical track)
((Biochemistry &
Cell Biology)
1 - 1 ½ class(es) will be scheduled
_1-2_ class(es) will be scheduled
General electives (2 years total of
Foreign Language
recommended)
Intro to Computer Programming 2
General electives (2 years total of
Foreign Language recommended)
World in Transition (description
and curriculum available)
Physics II –
PH413/423 (for
engineering track)
OR
Advanced Biology
(for biomedical track)
(Genetics and Molecular
Biology
CAD II
(Principles of
Engineering)
_2-3_ class(es) will be
scheduled
General electives (2
years total of Foreign
Language
recommended)
Applied Probability
and Statistics
21st Century Applied Learning Core
All remaining elective credits must include teaching and learning of 21st century
skills, examples shown below.
The following set of skill categories represent the 21st century skills that all students need to
know and apply for successful living in the 21st century. These skills permeate the Merit
Academic Core and are enhanced by courses in the elective areas. The course content
standards must incorporate one or more of the following categories. Assessments in the 21st
Century Applied Learning Core often involve demonstration of satisfactory performance by
applying the course content standards to real-world tasks and projects, and contexts.
*adapted from the Partnership for 21st Century Skills
http://www.21stcenturyskills.org/index.php
21st Century Skill: Global Literacy
Understand and address global issues.
Learn from and work with others from diverse cultures,
religions, and lifestyles.
Master non-English language skills as a tool for
understanding other nations and cultures.
Course Examples
Fine Arts
Music and Performing Arts
World Languages: including
world languages Chinese,
Japanese, Arabic, Swahili,
Hindi, Sign language, in
addition to Spanish, French,
German, etc.
Global Studies
Multicultural Studies:
including, African American
Studies, Native American
Studies, Latino Studies, Asian
Studies
Philosophy
JROTC
21st Century Skill: Civic Literacy
Participate effectively in government as an informed
citizen
Exercise the rights and obligations of citizenship at local,
state, national and global levels.
Understand the local and global implications of civic
decisions.
Apply 21st century skills to make intelligent choices as a
citizen.
Course Examples
Student government
Leadership
Law
Service Learning
Legislative Internship
Business Ethics
MVHS Online Classes
Advanced Placement Courses
21st Century Skill: Financial, Economic, and
Entrepreneurial Literacy
Make appropriate personal economic choices.
Understand the role of the economy and the role of
business in the economy.
Apply appropriate 21st century skills to function as a
productive contributor within an organizational setting.
Integrate oneself within and adapting continually to our
nation’s evolving economic and business environment.
Course Examples
Business Technology
Entrepreneurship,
Accounting, Marketing
Global Economics
Junior Achievement Applied
Economics
Internships
Life Science –Personal Living
Financial Management
Business Management
21st Century Skill: Information and Communications
Technology Literacy
Using information and media literacy skills.
Analyzing, accessing, managing, integrating, evaluating and
creating information in a variety of forms and media.
Understanding the role of media in society.
Understanding, managing and creating effective oral,
written and multimedia communication in a variety of forms
and contexts.
Demonstrating interpersonal and self-direction skills.
Becoming more productive in accomplishing tasks and
developing interest in improving own skills.
Course Examples
Multimedia, Broadcasting,
CISCO, Computer Science
Debate and Forensics
Oral Communication
Journalism—Publications
Creative Writing
Drama
Theater Arts
Film and Photography
Desktop Publishing
Advertising
Graphic Arts and Design
Fine Arts
Performing Arts—Dance,
Orchestra, Marching Band,
Music Technology
MVHS Online Classes
21st Century Learning Skills
Thinking and Problem-Solving—Critical thinking,
systems thinking, exercising sound reasoning, making
complex decisions, problem identification, formulation and
solution.
Interpersonal and Self-Directional-Teamwork and
leadership; adapting to varied roles and responsibilities;
working productively with others; exercising empathy;
respecting diverse perspectives
Information and Communication- Creativity and
intellectual curiosity, information and media skills,
communications skills, self direction.
Course Examples
Electronics, Aviation, Building
and Construction Trades
Robotics
Internships
Work Based Learning
Experiences
Probability and Statistics
Health Sciences
Personal Fitness and Wellness
Accelerated Learning
Acknowledges that students learn at
different rates
Can occur at any time in a student’s high
school experience
Can assist students in moving beyond grade
level, remaining at grade level, or moving to
grade level.
Michigan Merit Curriculum Total
Course Examples
Advanced Placement
Courses
Dual Enrollment
Courses
Online courses
Literacy Labs
Math Labs
Gear Up
Upward Bound
Ramp Up Courses
Mentor Reading
2 + 2 + 2 Articulated
Programs
Total credits for
graduation determined by
district
Online Learning
Credit or non-credit course from MVHS
or another online course provider
 Courses using e-textbooks
 ACT, SAT, AP test preparation
 CTE courses
 Career Development
 Education Support Programs
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6 Period Day
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
Period 1
English 9
English 10
English 11
English 12
Period 2
Biology
US History
Algebra II
Math-Related
Period 3
World History
Chemistry
Gov/Econ
Science
Period 4
Health/PE
Geometry
CTE or
Elective
CTE or
Elective
Period 5
Algebra I
Visual/Performing
Arts
CTE or
Elective
CTE or
Elective
Period 6
World
Language
World Language
CTE or
Elective
CTE or
Elective
Sample Student Schedule with Career
Technical Education Emphasis
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
Period 1
English 9
English 10
English 11
English 12
Period 2
Algebra I
Geometry
Algebra II
Math-Related
Period 3
World History
US History
Gov/Econ
Science
Period 4
Biology
Chemistry
Period 5
Health/PE
Fine Arts/Music
Period 6
World Languages
World Languages
CTE
CTE
Sample Student Schedule with
Instrumental Music Emphasis
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
Period 1
English 9
English 10
English 11
English 12
Period 2
Algebra I
Geometry
Algebra II
Math-Related
Period 3
World History
US History
Gov/Econ
Science
Period 4
Biology
Chemistry
World Languages
Elective/Elective
Elective/Elective
Elective/Elective
Health/PE
World
Languages
Band
Band
Band
Band
Period 5
Period 6
7 Period Day
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
Period 1
English 9
English 10
English 11
English 12
Period 2
Algebra I
Geometry
Algebra II
Math-Related
Period 3
Earth Science
Biology
Physics
CTE or Elective
Period 4
World History
US History
Government/Econ
omics
CTE or Elective
Period 5
Health/PE
World
Language
CTE or Elective
CTE or Elective
Period 6
Visual/Performing
Arts
Elective
CTE or Elective
CTE or Elective
Period 7
World Language
Elective
CTE or Elective
CTE or Elective
4x4 Block A/B Block
First Semester or A Schedule
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
Block 1
English 9
English 10
English 11
English 12
Block 2
Algebra 1
Geometry
Algebra II
Math-Related
Block 3
Health/PE
World Language
CTE or
Elective
CTE or
Elective
Block 4
Elective
Elective
CTE or
Elective
CTE or
Elective
Second Semester or B Schedule
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
Block 1
World History
US History
Physics
Government/
Economics
Block 2
Biology
Chemistry
CTE or
Elective
CTE or
Elective
Block 3
Visual/Performi
ng Arts
World Language
CTE or
Elective
CTE or
Elective
Block 4
Elective
Elective
CTE or
Elective
CTE or
Elective
Trimester Schedule
Trimester 1
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
Period 1
English 9 A
English 10 A
CTE or Elective
CTE or Elective
Period 2
Biology A
US History A
CTE or Elective
CTE or Elective
Period 3
World History A
Elective
CTE or Elective
CTE or Elective
Period 4
Visual/Performing Arts A
Elective
English 11 A
English 12 A
Period 5
Algebra 1 A
World Language 2A
Algebra II A
Math-Related A
Trimester 2
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
Period 1
Health/PE A
Elective
CTE or Elective
CTE or Elective
Period 2
Biology B
Elective
CTE or Elective
CTE or Elective
Period 3
Algebra 1 B
Chemistry A
CTE or Elective
CTE or Elective
Period 4
Visual/Performing Arts B
Geometry A
Algebra II B
Math-Related B
Period 5
World Language 1A
World Language 2B
Economics
Science A
Trimester 3
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
Period 1
English 9 B
English 10 B
CTE or Elective
CTE or Elective
Period 2
Health/PE B
US History B
CTE or Elective
CTE or Elective
Period 3
World History B
Chemistry B
CTE or Elective
CTE or Elective
Period 4
World Language 1B
Geometry B
Government
English 12 B
Period 5
Elective
Elective
English 11 B
Science B
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