Program of Studies
A Park education emphasizes choice and responsibility for one’s own learning.
The goal of a Park School education is to inspire students to become self-directed, lifelong learners. Toward this end, the Upper School curriculum is designed to emphasize skill development, problem-solving, and the ability to synthesize complex materials.
Students thrive at Park because they are encouraged to follow their creative, athletic, and intellectual interests as far as possible. Indeed, even experiences away from school, through programs such as Senior Projects, are a vital part of our students’ development. Upper School students find many academic and co-curricular experiences that stimulate their curiosity while serving their future plans. They also find the support and guidance of administrators, teachers, staff, and peers to help them plan a journey that will be both meaningful and rewarding.
Graduation Requirements Chart
| ARTS | Four semesters: two to be taken in 9th Grade and two additional electives taken in subsequent years (before spring of senior year). |
| ENGLISH | English 9 and English 10 followed by five consecutive semesters of electives. |
| HISTORY | Three years: Foundations in History, Modern World History, and United States History. |
| MATH | Two years: Math 9 and Math 10. |
| MATH or SCIENCE | Two additional years of math or science beyond the two-year requirement in each department. |
| MODERN LANGUAGE | Must complete through Level 3 in a single language or through Level 2 in two languages. |
| SCIENCE | Core 9: Integrated Physics, Engineering, and Computer Science Core 10: Integrated Biology and Chemistry (with options in Engineering and Computer Science) |
| HEALTH and PHYSICAL EDUCATION | Human Sexuality Seminar in the junior year and six total Physical Education credits (PE electives earn 1 credit each and participation on a team earns 1.5 credits) |
