Secondary | Grades 6-12

Secondary Vision Statement

Our shared vision for learning in the Secondary School is to cultivate compassionate and engaged citizens who are rooted in the core values of diversity and inclusion, who continuously strive for personal excellence through innovation and creativity, and who are committed to the Pilgrim School and Los Angeles communities.

We commit to this vision by:

Building strong relationships

Developing social emotional health

Cultivating a drive for exploration and learning

Creating opportunities for dialogue about our differences and shared experiences

As a college preparatory school located in California, Pilgrim’s graduation requirements are based on the minimum admission requirements set forth by the University of California system. These standards meet or exceed the minimum requirements to be consdered for admissions to the selective academic institutions throughout the country. As an independent school with a strong academic tradition, Pilgrim’s requirements may extend beyond these minimum guidelines. The following are minimum requirements for graduation at Pilgrim. Students must earn passing grades in each of the required courses.

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Department

Graduation Requirements

English: Four years required.
History: Four years required.
Mathematics: Three years required through Algebra 2
World Language: Three years required of the same language.
Physical Education or Athletics: Six trimesters or seasons of sports, dance, cheerleading, or PE
Science: Three years required, including Biology and one physical science
Fine Arts: One year

The list of classes is useful in planning a course of study at Pilgrim School. Additionally, students are encouraged to talk with individual faculty members to find out more about the courses they teach. Parents, teachers, class advisors, and our college counselor are all excellent sources to assist in selecting courses that will enable students to get the most out of a Pilgrim School education. Students are also strongly encouraged to make an appointment with Mr. Ryan Grady, Secondary Director, to discuss course options.