Because as the Student Handbook says, you're graduated if:
Graduation Requirements
To earn a high school diploma from James Madison High School, students must meet the
following requirements:
- Complete at least six courses with JMHS, 25% of coursework.
- Complete 23 credits.
- Pass all courses.
- Meet all financial obligations with JMHS by paying balance in full.
- Be enrolled in the JMHS program for more than 6 months.