Students At Mdihs Are Eligible For A High School Diploma

Students at MDIHS are eligible for a high school diploma after obtaining twenty-three credits, including at a minimum four english, three social studies, three science, three mathematics, one physical education, one fine art, and one life skills course (MDIHS, 2015, p.1). In addition to credit hours, students must successfully meet the Freshman and Sophomore content specific graduation standards (MDIHS, 2015, p.1). The majority of students complete their coursework in the traditional classroom setting, which is paired with frequent assessment and feedback cycles. Honors and Advanced Placement courses are available in each of the academic disciplines, however, they follow a similar structure and timetable to the regular education courses. Beyond the classroom, MDIHS facilitates students’ internships at the Jackson Laboratory, enrollment in courses through the College of the Atlantic or the University of Augusta, and participation in a variety academic competitions. Students s truggling to perform in a the typical academic setting may enroll in the Compass Rose program, for personalized instruction and credit recovery. Finally, students interested in pursuing careers in early childhood education, automotive, health sciences, or law enforcement among other programs can enroll half-time at the Hancock County Technical Center (HCTC, 2016, p. 1). Although the professionals at MDIHS have worked diligently to provide students with an array of educational experiences, they are