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Clinton High adds computer science requirement and district outlines new diploma endorsements
Summary
Superintendent staff presented changes to the Clinton High School curriculum guide for 2025–26 including a new computer-science graduation requirement, an AVID elective and a new arts endorsement the state allows on diplomas.
Clinton High School and district curriculum staff presented updates to the high school curriculum guide and new diploma recognition options during the board’s Jan. 27 meeting.
Key changes summarized by Director/lead staff Curriculum staff told the board that starting with the 2025–26 school year students entering high school must complete at least one computer science course and earn one credit in arts education before graduating. AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) will be added as an elective and offered beginning at ninth grade.
Career and technical education changes The guide adds several new computer- and technology-related course options to satisfy the computer science requirement, including 3-D modeling and animation, technology/engineering design, computer science 1, cyber security 1 and an introductory artificial intelligence course. Several business and management courses were also added to replace sports marketing and hospitality courses that had been offered under a retiring teacher;…
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