Graduation Requirements

West Ada School District high schools are accredited by both the State of Idaho and the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools. As a member of these associations, West Ada Schools meet the requirements for graduation as established by both of these organizations. Graduation requirements are listed below. 

Course Requirements:

• American Government - 2 credits

• Eastern Geographical Perspectives - 1 credit

• Economics - 1 credit

• Electives - 22+ credits

• English - 8 credits

• Health - 1 credit

• Humanities - 2 credits (foreign language, music, visual arts, drama)

• Mathematics - 6 credits

• Physical Education - 2 credits

• Science - 6 credits

• Speech/Debate 1 credit

• U.S. History - 4 credits
  Total 56 credits

Other Requirements:

• Completion of Senior Project

• Completion of the state required Civics Exam

Is it possible to graduate early?
Yes, students may decide to graduate a semester or a year early. Students who are interested in graduating early must meet with their school counselor to be sure they meet the eligibility criteria and make a graduation plan. Parents are encouraged to attend the meeting so they have a clear picture of what is expected. If the student is graduating a year early, then they must write a letter to the principal for confirmation and get permission to take senior classes.

West Ada High School graduation ceremonies begin as early as 4:00 pm. To meet this start time, the high school bell schedule will be adjusted. The school day start, and end time will remain the same. Advisory will be moved to the end of the school day. Click here for HS Bell Schedule Adjustment

Graduation Ceremony Dates - Class of 2025

Graduation Ceremony dates, times, and locations: 

• Monday, May 19, 2025 - Idaho Central Arena

• Renaissance High School: 4:00 PM 

• Mountain View High School: 7:30 PM 

• Tuesday, May 20, 2025 - Idaho Central Arena

• Rocky Mountain High School: 4:00 PM 

• Eagle High School: 7:30 PM 

• Wednesday, May 21, 2025 - Idaho Central Arena

• Centennial High School: 4:00 PM 

• Meridian High School: 7:30 PM 

• Thursday, May 22, 2025 - Idaho Central Arena

• Owyhee High School: 4:00 PM 

• Alternative Schools (Rebound, Central Academy, Eagle Academy, Meridian Academy, and Virtual School House): 7:30 PM 

• Friday, May 23, 2025 - Centennial High School Performing Arts Center (CPAC) 

  • Idaho Fine Arts Academy: 4:30 PM