Jeffco Public Schools offers curriculum and academic programs designed to give students the skills they need to compete in college or the workplace. Our mission is to provide a quality education that prepares all children for a successful future.

Curriculum by Grade

The following summaries explain what a student should know and be able to do in each grade. See the curriculum by grade level. Curriculum specialists for each subject area can be located through the district's online directory.

Find Special Schools and Programs

Jeffco Public Schools offers many educational options from preschool through post-secondary education. Read more about our learning opportunities including the Gifted Program, Online Education and Special Education.

Graduation Requirements

Jeffco Public Schools is committed to preparing students for the 21st century. The district requires the following high school credits to receive a diploma:

Graduates from 2008-2012

• The completion of 22 credit hours in grades nine through twelve in the prescribed categories listed below:

Content	Credits
English	4
Social Studies	3
Mathematics (at least one credit must be at the level of Algebra 1 or above)	2
Science	2
Physical Ed/Health	1/2
Fine/Practical Arts	1/2
Electives	10

Graduates from 2013 and Beyond

• The completion of 24 credit hours of senior high school coursework that equates to six courses per year for four years as described.

Content	Credits
English	4
Mathematics	3
Science	3
Social Science	3.5
World Languages	2
Electives	8.5

A student who has an Individual Education Plan (IEP) may be granted a diploma based on completion of the goals listed in the IEP and on the basis of modified content standards and modified course requirements. However, a parent signature must indicate agreement with that plan and the completion of requirements for admission to a university or for eligibility for scholarships must be considered in developing the plan for graduation from senior high school.

See the district's policy on 2008-2012 graduation requirements and 2013 and beyond requirements.

Schools will develop a six year Graduation Plan for each student beginning in seventh grade. The plan will be reviewed each year and will require a parent signature.

Textbooks and Material Selection

Jeffco Public Schools strives to select the best learning resources available for students and has developed a selection process to ensure our textbooks and educational material meet our goals. Read more.

Grading and Report Cards

For most Jeffco schools, progress reports are issued at the end of each six week grading period with a report card issued at the end of each semester. A student's grades can be reviewed on the district's online parent portal. See the policy on high school grading for details on weighted classes, class rank and grade point average.

Assessment Tests

Jeffco Public School students complete a number of assessment tests designed to provide the student and the teacher with valuable information that helps to ensure a successful education. Find out about our assessment tests.

School Accountability Systems

Colorado evaluates the performance of students, schools and school districts through the Colorado Student Assessment Program (CSAP) results, the Colorado Growth Model and Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) as part of the federal No Child Left Behind Act. These accountability systems were designed to help school staff, parents, and taxpayers understand academic progress. Read more.

Library Services

Instead of having only the resources of their own school library available, Jeffco Public School students and their parents have access to all the materials within all Jeffco Public School libraries through Jeffco Library Services.

Need Help Gaining Credits to Graduate

We want each student to graduate from high school and to have a successful future. To help students reach their educational goals we offer Credit Recovery or Dropout Prevention and our online high school. Contact individual schools or call Student Services at 303-982-7263 for additional information.

Contact Information

Cay White
Lead Technician
303-982-6994

Debbie Backus
Chief Academic Officer

Priscilla Straughn
Executive Director, DLEA