University of Virginia record :: February, 1919 :: University of Virginia Library

The applicant must be at least eighteen years old and must make
a grade of not less than 75 per cent. on the State examination, consisting
of the following subjects with the value of each:

Form by applicant (writing and theory and practice)	15
Arithmetic	10
English grammar and composition	10
History—United States and Virginia	10
Geography 5, civics 5	10
Physiology and hygiene	5
Primary reading and methods 5, spelling 5	10
Drawing	5

The minimum grade for a second grade certificate is 75% of 75,
or 56.25.

"This certificate is valid for two years and renewable for two.
The holder may teach in the elementary schools.

"As before stated graduates of four-year standard high schools
who have attended a summer normal or institute for six weeks must
receive a Second Grade Certificate."