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Graduation Requirements

    • 40 credits ~ English
    • 30 credits ~ Social Science
      • World History (10)
      • U.S. History (10)
      • Government (5)
      • Economics (5)
    • 20 credits ~ Mathematics (Including one year of Algebra)
      • Algebra (10)
      • Other Math (10)
    • 30 credits ~ Science
      • Life Science (10)
      • Physical Science (10)
      • Other Science (10)
    • 20 credits ~ Physical Education (9th grade required)
    • 10 credits ~ Fine Arts
    • 10 credits ~ Practical Arts
    •   5 credits ~ College/Careers (Class of 2026, 2027, 2028)
      • (Class of 2029: College/Careers or Ethnic Studies)
      • (Class of 2030: Ethnic Studies)
    •   5 credits ~ Health
    • 80 credits ~ Electives 

    (250 Credits Total Required)

  • TUHSD has partnered with Parchment, a leader in e-Transcript exchange, to send high school transcripts electronically, securely and confidentially to colleges and universities of your choice.

    Students and alumni will request a transcript and designate the academic institution, organization, or individual they would like it sent to. Users will be notified when their request is complete and can also track the status of their request or view a saved copy of their transcript.

    Current TUHSD students will receive transcripts for free. In the rare circumstance that the desired recipient does not accept electronic delivery and your transcript must be mailed, it will be shipped.  If you have any questions, please contact the District Registrar Yalonda Hodges at yhodges@taftunion.org.

    ~ Click the link below to order transcripts

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  • Listed below are the criteria requirements for the following recognitions:

    ~ High or Highest Honors Recognition at TUHSD District Graduation Ceremonies

    • Per TUHSD board policy BP 5123[a], to honor those establishing a strong academic record, the district will distinguish those students as determined with high and highest honors at the time of graduation. To qualify for high or highest honors, students must be UC/CSU A-G qualified and meet the following grade point average requirements: 

      • High Honors:           3.500 - 3.749

      • Highest Honors:     3.750 and above

  • West Kern Adult Education Network (GED Information)

    A state-funded program offering adult education services in West Kern, including GED preparation, ESL classes, workforce training, and career technical education.

  • HiSET (HS Diploma Equivalency Exam)

    Allows eligible students to take the HiSET language arts and mathematics subtests, assessing proficiency up to the 12th-grade level. Upon passing, students receive a California Certificate of Proficiency, equivalent to a high school diploma, accepted by California junior colleges, state universities, and employers

  • State Seal Golden Merit Diploma

    The GSSMD is awarded to high school graduates in California who have demonstrated exceptional proficiency in six subject areas: English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, U.S. History, and two additional subjects of the student's choice. Eligibility requires earning a grade of B+ or higher in each semester of a single course in grades 9–11, or achieving a “Standard Met” or higher on corresponding state assessments. The seal is affixed to the student's diploma and transcript as recognition of their academic excellence.

  • State Seal of Biliteracy

    Recognizes high school graduates in California who have attained proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing in one or more languages in addition to English, demonstrating strong bilingual skills.

  • State Seal of Civic Engagement

    Recognizes California high school graduates who have demonstrated active participation in civic life through community service, leadership, and engagement in local, state, or national civic activities.

California Scholarship Federation (CSF)

Founded in 1921, California Scholarship Federation (CSF) is the oldest scholastic, scholarship institution in the state of California. CSF emphasizes high standards of scholarship and community service for California high school students. CSF encourages service to the school and the community while fostering pride in academic scholastic achievement.


In order to become a member of CSF, a student must qualify by taking the required number of courses which meet college entrance requirements. All courses needed must have been approved in advance by the district and the California Scholarship Federation. Students must evaluate their own transcripts, looking for completed courses that are listed as approved. Points are awarded for those courses. When students are able to earn the minimum number of points for taking enough rigorous, approved courses, they may submit an application for membership. When membership applications are checked and approved, students must pay a small amount of dues, ($5.00 per semester), for each qualifying semester, beginning with the second semester of the sophomore year in order to be a CSF member.


A student who is a CSF member and especially a CSF Life Member has the significant benefit of listing a CSF membership on college and scholarship applications. In order to be a Life member, a student must have qualified and paid for a minimum of 4 semesters between 2nd semester of the sophomore year and 2nd semester of the senior year. If a student is able to earn the distinction 4 times, (5 are possible), they will receive a CSF Life Member seal on their diploma. They will also be awarded special CSF ropes to be worn during the graduation ceremony. It is quite an honor to have obtained this level of excellence.

 

Click here CSF Website for additional details.