Programs
South Providence School is an alternative school serving students in grades 6 through 12 who need a more individualized educational setting and a smaller school environment. SPS utilizes Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) to reinforce positive behavior and instill expectations of RISE; Respect, Integrity, Safety and Excellence for all students. Students are assigned to South Providence through the Office of Student Support.
Graduation Requirements
Please refer to the Union County Public Schools High School Education page for the most up to date resources - including the Program of Studies.
Beginning with the class of 2026, students need a minimum of 22 credits in order to graduate from high school.
Every UCPS high school student must:
- meet the course and credit requirements based on when they entered high school as a ninth grader for the first time
- earn passing scores on three essential end-of-course tests: NC Math 1 or NC Math 3, Biology, and English II per UCPS Board of Education Policy
- successfully complete Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training
- have a 10th grade career plan
High school Promotion Standards
Grade Level 4 x 4 Block
Grade 9 Promoted from 8th Grade
Grade 10 6 units including English I
Grade 11 13 units including English II
Grade 12 20 units including English III