High School Graduation is an exciting milestone for Big Picture students and families. School counselors and staff work together to support students on their journey towards graduation and beyond. If you have any questions or concerns about graduation requirements, please contact the Counseling Center.

Graduation Requirements and Checklist:

• Bellevue School District Graduation Requirements

Request for Credit for High School Courses Taken Prior to Entering High School:

• It is important to understand that once credit is posted to the high school transcript, it cannot be removed.
• Students are encouraged to discuss adding middle school classes to their high school transcript in the spring of their Junior year to best determine the impact on overall GPA and more clearly identify if the credit is necessary for graduation.
• If a course is taken outside of the BSD, students must provide a copy of the middle school grade report or transcript. Registrars will verify that the course qualifies for credit and will place on the student’s high school transcript. Turn in completed form to the counseling center secretary.
• Please contact your school counselor with any questions.

Washington State History Options:

Successful completion of Washington state history is required for high school graduation. Successful completion must be noted on each student’s transcript. The Washington state history and government requirement may be waived by the principal for students who:

• Have successfully completed a state history and government course of study in another state; or
• Have transferred to BSD in 11th or 12th grade and have not completed a course of study in Washington’s history and state government because of previous residence outside the state.

• Graduation Requirements
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• Running Start
  • Additional Considerations for BP Students
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