Academics at DA
The nurturing of each student's scholastic and artistic abilities is the hallmark of Douglas Anderson School of the Arts. The school's faculty, with backgrounds and interests in the arts, employs a humanities approach. Many faculty members, including those in academic areas, are active professionals in the local arts community. Students will find a wide range of rigorous academic offerings including standard, honors, and exceptional education courses. A broad spectrum of Advanced Placement and dual-enrollment courses provide college credit.
To explore our academic programs, please use the menu to the left.
Information about Advanced Placement courses
Information about Dual Enrollment courses
Academic Graduation Requirements
Course Credits
English | Mathematics | Science | Social Studies | Other needed credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
4 credits | 4 credits | 3 credits | 3 credits | 10 credits |
Required: English 1 | Required: Algebra 1 | Required: Biology | World History | HOPE - 1 credit |
Required: English 2 | Required: Geometry | US History | World Language - 2 credits | |
2 additional English courses | 2 additional Math courses | 2 additional Science courses | US Government & Economics | Electives - 7 credits, including performing arts |
Testing Graduationn Requirements
Statewide assessments that must have a passing grade as part of the graduation requirements
Grade 10 FAST English Language Arts (ELA) Assessment
Grade 10 FAST English Language Arts (ELA) Reading Assessment
Grade 10 BEST Writing assessment
BEST Algebra 1 End of Course (EOC) Assessment
Alternate Ways to Meet the Testing Requirement
If a student does not pass the required tests, they may still meet the graduation requirements through:
Retaking the FAST ELA or Algebra 1 EOC Assessments (offered several times during the school year).
Earning a concordant or comparative score on an alternative test such as the SAT, ACT or PSAT. (See Comparative Score Opportunities below.)
Testing Accommodations and Special Circumstances
Students with disabilities may be eligible for assessment waivers if their Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) Team determines that they are necessary.
English Language Learners (ESOL students) who have been in the program for less than two (2) years may demonstrate proficiency through alternate assessments.
Grade 10 English Language Arts (ELA) - Concordant Scores
Alternative Test | Required Score |
|---|---|
SAT Evidence-Based Reading & Writing | 480 |
ACT English & Reading Subtest (Averaged) | 18 |
CLT Verbal Reasoning & Grammar/Writing (Summed) | 36 |
Algebra 1 - Comparative Scores
Alternative Test | Required Score |
|---|---|
PSAT/NMSQT Math | 430 |
SAT Math | 420 |
ACT Math | 16 |
CLT Quantitative Reasoning | 11 |
BEST Geometry EOC | Level 3 or Higher |