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Adult High School Diploma Program

Diploma  
 
Dr. Robles -Principal/Director
Mr. Ortega -Vice Principal
Mr. Criscera - Counselor
Ms. Correnti - Secretary
732-376-6242
 
The Perth Amboy Adult High School is for students who have dropped out of a traditional high school, but still want to receive a High School Diploma.
 

What is needed to receive a Perth Amboy Adult High School Diploma?

· A total of 120 credits

 - 20 credits in English (English I, II, III, IV)
 - 15 credits in Math (Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry)
 - 15 credits in History (World History, U.S. I, U.S. II)
 - 15 credits in Science (Anatomy, Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
 - 5 credits in Foreign Language (Spanish I and II)
 - 5 credits in Visual Arts (Foundations of Art I and II, Sculpting, Painting, etc.)
 - 5 credits in Practical Arts (Business, Career Education, Financial Literacy, etc.)
 - 40 additional credits accumulated in any of the above areas

· Pass the New Jersey mandated High School Proficiency Assessment (HSPA)

· Must earn a minimum of 10 credits to receive a Adult High School diploma

· Must fulfill attendance requirement

 

-HSPA testing is a 3 day test consisting of: 1 Day of Math and 2 Days of Language Arts. 
-HSPA is administered in October and March. The testing will take place after school from 3:00-5:30.

 *Note: Any student taking the HSPA test and Evening classes must go to their Evening classes immediately after testing.

  • HSPA Testing:
    March 5th, 6th, and 7th
    (Math, LA, LA)
    3:30 p.m.
    AHSA Testing:
    AHSA Specific Days:
    Window 2: March 21-Apr 12
    Window 3: June 16-27
    3:30 p.m.
    Specific days will be out ASAP
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  • Registration:
    February 4th, 5th, and 6th at 9:00 a.m.
    Classes will begin on February 18th
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