Graduation

Students must complete their final six (6) credits (usually equivalent to 12 courses) through Ignitia Virtual Academy to receive a diploma through our high school program.

The prospective graduate is responsible for providing records of all previously completed high school coursework in the form of an official transcript. Although Ignitia Virtual Academy can request transcripts from a student’s previous school, it is the student/parent/guardian’s responsibility to ensure that transcripts are received by IVA.

Required Courses

	IVA Graduation Requirements – NON-NCAA students	IVA Graduation Requirements – NCAA students
English	4.0 credits	4.0 credits
History and Geography	3.0 credits	3.0 credits
Math	4.0 credits	4.0 credits
Science	3.0 credits	3.0 credits
World Language	Suggested	Suggested
Fine Arts/CTE	1.0 credit	1.0 credit
Electives	7.0 credits	7.0 credits total comprised of the following: 1.0 credit CORE elective (English/Math/Nat/Physical Science) 4.0 credits Core/Language (English/Math/Soc. Studies/Nat/Physical Science/Foreign Language) 2.0 credits additional electives – student choice
Total Credits	22.0 credits	22.0 credits

Note that the last 6 credits must come from IVA

Sample Graduation Path by Year

9th Grade	10th Grade	11th Grade	12th Grade
English IA/IB	English IIA/IIB	English IIIA/IIIB	English IVA/IVB
Biology A/B	Environmental Science A/B	Chemistry A/B	Physics A/B**
Algebra IA/IB	Geometry A/B	Algebra IIA/IIB	Pre-Calculus A/B
World History A/B	US History A/B	Economics (0.5)	Government (0.5)
World Language*	World Language*	Fine Arts/CTE (1.0)
Electives (1.0)	Electives (1.0)	Electives (1.5)	Electives (2.5)
5.0 credits	5.0 credits	6.0 credits	6.0 credits

*World language is optional but preferred by most colleges and would count toward electives

**Taking additional Science courses is recommended for college-bound students. If taken, this would require fewer electives courses

Graduation Application

Students who believe they are prepared for graduation must undergo an Academic Review process called an Alumni Approval. The review will determine whether the student has completed all of the necessary graduation requirements.

To begin this process, a Graduation Application must be submitted. The submission of a Graduation Application does not certify that the student will be cleared for graduation.

If the review proves that additional credits are needed, then the student must complete them before he or she will be allowed to graduate.

If graduation is denied, then the student will be notified in writing and the results of the Academic Review will be made available.

Alumni Approval Process

Students in their final semester must submit a graduation application to initiate the Alumni Approval Process. This comprehensive review includes an evaluation of transcripts, courses, grades, academic integrity, and overall school history to ensure eligibility for graduation.

The review typically takes 3-5 weeks but may extend to 8 weeks or longer, depending on factors such as seasonality, document accuracy, NCAA guidelines, and other issues. If any required documents are missing or if concerns arise, the process could experience further delays.

We recommend starting the process as soon as your final semester begins, although we cannot guarantee a specific timeline for completion. An optional rush fee is available to expedite the process, but be aware that missing information or unresolved issues will still cause delays.

Thank you for your patience as we work to confirm that all graduation requirements are met.

Graduation Ceremonies

Ignitia Virtual Academy is excited to host winter and spring commencement ceremonies for graduating seniors. This fully virtual event is open to all seniors who have met the requirements, as well as family, friends, and additional invitees.

Students must meet all required deadlines to be eligible candidates for each graduation. Students’ legal names will be read unless administration receives communication of preferred names or a request to opt out of graduation.

We will communicate with students via the student portal regarding graduation requirements, fees, and next steps. All students must complete enrollment forms and graduation applications, pay senior dues, and complete all graduation requirements before graduation status will be approved.

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