Community School Diplomas

Earning your diploma through your community schools
Hawaii Department of Education

• Community Schools
   • Schools
      - Farrington
      - Kaimuki
      - McKinley
      - Moanalua/'Aiea
      - Wahiawa
      - Waipahu
      - Windward
      - Hilo
      - Kona
      - Maui
      - Kauai
   • Classes
   • Diplomas
      - Credit method
      - Test method
      - Competency based

No high school diploma? Check with your local Community School...

There are three (3) ways to get your diploma through the Community Schools...

CREDIT METHOD: Earning the same number of credits required for graduation from regular high schools, and demonstrating mastery of essential competencies

This option lets you complete your high school courses in a community school. This might be the path for you if you are short a few courses for graduation and can take the courses in your local community school.
TEST METHOD: Achieving a satisfactory score on the General Educational Development (GED) tests
COMPETENCY-BASED METHOD: Completing the competency-based high school diploma program

This option lets you qualify by enrolling and completing the Competency Based (CB) High School Diploma Program. This is a three-semester program based on functional skills, and has two phases: CB classes and Career Goals.This might be the one for you if you can commit to 50 hours for each of the three semesters, and are looking for a practical, life-skills curriculum.

The fine print...

High school diploma candidates below the age of 18 must be officially released from a public high school in Hawaii and must also submit a Parent's Permission form prior to enrollment.

Last updated 8/30/06

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