Classes in these schools are departmentalized, and all teachers are degreed and certified. Courses are offered on different levels in order to accommodate the needs of all students. Each year, the students are enrolled in six academic courses and one physical education course. In order to graduate, high school students must earn a minimum of 24 academic credits and three credits in physical education. All students will meet the State of Louisiana Core Requirements for graduation. All students must also take the ACT and SAT in order to graduate.