Taft Union High School

Need to See a Counselor?

If you need an appointment with your counselor, please stop by the Guidance Office before school, at lunch, or after school to schedule a time.

Your current schedule reflects the course preferences you selected last spring. If you believe there’s an error or if you are missing a class, please make an appointment with your counselor.

Please note:

• Elective classes are full, and changes will only be made under special circumstances.

• Teacher requests cannot be honored.

• Appointments will be granted based on need and availability.

• Continue to follow your current schedule until you meet with your counselor.

College Enrollment & Eligibility Requirements

(Subject to change per TC Priority Registration)
See your guidance counselor for more details and to obtain the procedure information sheet.

California Scholarship Federation

Financial Aid Resources

• FAFSA - Apply for federal student aid to help pay for college.
• California Dream Act - Apply for state financial aid if you’re an eligible undocumented student.
• California Student Aid Commission – Provides information on grants, scholarships, and student loan programs in California.
• Webgrants 4 Students – Manage and track your Cal Grant awards online. 
• Youth 2 Leaders – Offers leadership programs and financial support opportunities for youth.
• GI Bill – Education benefits for veterans and their families.
• Sallie Mae – Provides private student loans and college planning resources.

A-G Requirements (4yr University Bond)

Diploma Requirements

TUHSD High School Diploma Requirements (per BP 6146.1)

• 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 (9^th 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)