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High School Diploma

Earn your High School Diploma at Lynwood Community Adult School!

Our Adult Secondary Education (ASE) program is designed for busy adults who are ready to return to school and achieve their goals. Whether you prefer instructor-led classes, online learning, or a self-paced format, we offer flexible options to fit your schedule.

Courses are offered in three sessions throughout the year. Each semester lasts about 4–5 months, and students may complete as many five-credit courses as their schedule allows. For most learners, we recommend starting with two classes per semester, depending on your work and family responsibilities.

It’s never too late to earn your diploma — and we’re here to help you every step of the way.

Class Schedules

DAY  

Monday - Thursday

  • 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
    • Atlantic Site
 

EVENING

Monday - Thursday

  • 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Firebaugh High School

*Please note that our Diploma Completion program's learning platform is online but students are welcome to meet with their teachers during their scheduled hours for in-person support

Prerequisites
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Must attain a sealed copy of your transcript from the last school attended or school district
  • Must create a student account online or in person
  • Attend an orientation and placement testing appointment

Cost

FREE

Registration, Placement Testing and Orientation

Registration for orientation and placement testing is OPEN ALL SCHOOL YEAR!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR ORIENTATION

Lynwood Community Adult School's High School Graduation Requirements
  1. Complete a registration form for admission to the program.
  2. Submit an original, sealed transcript from your last school attended reflecting previous education to the Adult School prior to enrollment.
  3. Meet with a counselor or teacher-advisor prior to registration.
  4. Attend 80% or more of the total hours that a class meets in order to receive credit for classwork.
  5. Meet the residency requirement by completing at least two classes (10 credits) at Lynwood Community Adult School.
  6. Complete the high school diploma credit requirements

 

Lynwood Community Adult School’s High School Diploma Credit Requirements

Academic Courses

Credits Required

English (Levels 9 - 12)

40 Credits

Mathematics, including Algebra 

30 Credits

Science (Biology, Physical, General, Life)

20 Credits

U.S. Government

5 Credits

U.S. History (A & B)

10 Credits

Economics/World Geography

10 Credits

World History

5 Credits

Fine Arts/Foreign Language

10 Credits

Electives

50 Credits

Total 

180 Credits

Updated: 10/27/2025; SR