<h2 id="section---FrequentlyAskedQuestions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3> <p>James Madison High School's General High School Diploma program provides students with an interactive learning environment and instructional study in several general subject areas. The curriculum includes courses in English composition, American and world language and literature, U.S. and world history, economics, personal health, and an introductory course to computers and computer applications. Science courses cover environmental science, biology, and physical science, and labs are offered in physical science, biology, chemistry, and physics. The program begins with an introductory online learning orientation. James Madison High School provides online guidance and support and 24-hour access to study materials, Internet resources, and relevant audio and video aids. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What are the Prerequisites?</h3> <p>The General High School Diploma program requires students to own or have access to a PC with 500 MHz processor and 20GB hard drive, Internet connection, Microsoft Office, and Super VGA monitor. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreTheCourseRequirements">What are the Course Requirements?</h3> <p>You must have 23 credits to earn James Madison High School's General High School Diploma. At least six credits must be earned from the program coursework outlined below. Students who have completed some high school can transfer credits or enroll in the entire 9th - 12th grade curriculum. </p> <p><u>High School Diploma - General Course Requirements</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Subject</th><th>Course Name</th></tr> <tr><td>English</td><td> Introduction to Composition</td></tr> <tr><td> English</td><td> Everyday Language and Literature</td></tr> <tr><td> English</td><td> American Literature and Language</td></tr> <tr><td> English</td><td> World Literature and Language</td></tr> <tr><td>Science</td><td> Physical Science</td></tr> <tr><td>Science </td><td>Basics of Biology</td></tr> <tr><td>Science</td><td> Environmental Science</td></tr> <tr><td>Science </td><td>Science Labs</td></tr> <tr><td> </td><td>Physical Science</td></tr> <tr><td> </td><td>Biology</td></tr> <tr><td> </td><td>Chemistry</td></tr> <tr><td> </td><td>Physics</td></tr> <tr><td>Personal Health </td><td>Health, Fitness and Nutrition</td></tr> <tr><td>Social Studies </td><td>World History</td></tr> <tr><td>Social Studies </td><td>U.S. History</td></tr> <tr><td>Social Studies </td><td>American Government and Economics</td></tr> <tr><td>Technology </td><td>Introduction to Computers and Applications</td></tr> </table><h3 id="section---WhatCouldIDoAfterIGraduate">What Could I Do After I Graduate?</h3> <h4 id="section---CareerOpportunities">Career Opportunities</h4> <p>Upon completion of James Madison High School's General High School Diploma program, you could be prepared to pursue a wide variety of positions that require a high school education. You could seek work in areas of manufacturing, retail, service, or trade occupations that offer on-the-job training programs. </p> <h4 id="section---AdvancedDegrees">Advanced Degrees</h4> <p>Graduates of James Madison High School's General High School Diploma program have the option to pursue associate's or bachelor's degrees in any subject they desire. They could enroll in online college programs or seek a degree from a community college, technical college, or 4-year college or university.</p>