Program of Studies 2022-2023
MESSAGE TO PARENTS AND STUDENTS
The purpose of this Program of Studies is to both inspire and inform you and your child about the learning experiences described within this document for all students at NAHS. We are excited to share this iteration of the program of studies as we continue to offer highly rigorous, relevant, and beneficial courses specifically designed to ensure that your child is ready to take on academic challenges at NAHS and in their post-secondary lives, whether it is in continued education via college or in their desired careers. Based on a learning model shared throughout the entire district, all NAHS courses prioritize learning based on curriculum which leverages content to help students develop specific core competencies that will help them succeed in coursework, college and career planning, and in their lives as active citizens.
As you read through this document you will find brief descriptions of each course offered at North Attleboro High School. Parents and students have the opportunity and responsibility of making course selection decisions to achieve their desired educational goals. Any questions relative to course selections should be brought to the Guidance Department for discussion. The selection of an appropriate course of studies is very important, as there is little flexibility in making individual changes once the high school’s master schedule has been completed. Some of the important considerations needing to be addressed in course selection are:
Planning a four-year sequence of courses before entering grade 9 and updating it annually.
Consulting with staff to determine the level of study to be taken.
Taking the required prerequisites for sequential courses that will be selected.
Meeting admission requirements of colleges, universities, technical schools, post-graduate institutions, etc.
Consulting with a guidance counselor as required.
We look forward to supporting you and your child in this important process. Our teachers and staff have worked tirelessly to create these learning opportunities and they are excited to share the experiences with your child in their classes. To ensure that your child creates the best schedule possible, please be sure to review the course offering and reach out to your guidance counselors with any questions about any courses or language in this document.
Peter Haviland, Principal
Respect · Collaboration · Hard Work · Accountability · Independence