Four-Year Course Sequence Example
Course Sequence Example
Below is a four-year course sequence for a Middle College High School student. Students have the opportunity to earn eight credits in both 9th and 10th grade, as compared to six credits at most SPS high schools.
Grade 9
4 quarters of English
4 quarters of Math
3 quarters of Science
3 quarters of Social Studies
Health
Law and Society
Grade 10
4 quarters of English
4 quarters of Math
3 quarters of Science
3 quarters of Social Studies
Ethnic Studies
Career Connected Learning
* Running Start Grade 11
| Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| English 101 (English 11A & B) | Math 141 (or other math) | Elective |
| Art (cohort chosen) | Elective | Elective |
| Elective | Elective | Elective |
| Career Connected Learning 2 | Career Connected Learning 2 | Career Connected Learning 2 |
* Running Start Grade 12
| Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| English 102 (English 12A & B) | Elective | Elective |
| Elective | Elective | Elective |
| Elective | Elective | Elective |
| MCHS Leadership | MCHS Leadership | MCHS Leadership |
* Each student will meet individually with a Running Start advisor to create a personalized schedule to meet students’ learning goals and to ensure success on a college campus of choice.
* Courses listed as elective during Running Start are courses that fulfill college degree requirements.
As of July 25, 2026