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Creative Technologies encompasses computer science, engineering, video and creative arts to give students a vigorous foundation of the technology field. Students can explore building structures, robots, computers and websites, while also learning how to build underlying software components. Our six pathways ensure a robust offering to all students passionate about technology, or a varied sampling for those who are just curious.

The English Language Education program serves English learners at all levels of language proficiency. With over 25 languages spoken in the Natick system, our students come from countries all over the world. All of our students bring unique strengths and cultural experiences to our classrooms. We provide English language development instruction to those who qualify for support in acquiring and learning academic English in order to achieve success. We encourage students to meet and interact with their peers in general education classes, school clubs, and activities in order to develop social language.

The English Department endeavors to equip students with the skills necessary for success in the 21st century. Through their engagement with a rich and varied curriculum, soundly based in the Massachusetts English Language Arts Curriculum Frameworks, students will develop written and oral communication skills for creative, academic, and professional purposes; enrich their understanding of literatures and genres of diverse periods and cultures; strengthen their critical reading, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities; broaden their understanding of and facility with the English language; augment their research skills, using variety of media.

Fine, Performing, and Media Arts are studied, taught, created, and experienced so students can become literate in an art form. Gaining literacy in an Art form allows students to communicate in a language that shapes culture on both an individual and communal level. To truly communicate requires understanding what we see and hear, as well as, actively participating in the conversation. The Arts celebrate the value of human life by providing people a voice. Students who participate in Fine, Performing, and Media Arts practice creative problem-solving, build collaboration skills, hone communication techniques ( as a listener, speaker, reader, and writer), as well as develop strong critical analysis practices.

The goal of Physical Education is to encourage students to develop an individual optimum level of physical fitness, acquire knowledge of health-related fitness concepts, and understand the significance of lifestyle choices on one's health and fitness. Through multiple fitness experiences, students will become more responsible for and develop an appreciation of lifelong fitness strategies. The Health Education program takes a proactive approach to learning about some of the most controversial and difficult topics in modern society.

The Natick High School Mathematics Department's goal is to meet the diverse needs of all students as they prepare to enter a world where mathematical skills are of increasing importance. The department offers an honors track that culminates with the availability of five Advanced Placement courses. The department also seeks to provide extra support for students who may struggle with math, or who need additional help to pass the MCAS Mathematics examination in Grade 10. Throughout all of the department’s courses, teachers emphasize the development of problem-solving skills and real-world applications. We look forward to working with you in fostering interest around mathematics.

The Science Department encourages students to explore science and engineering/technology through the study of life sciences, physical sciences, and engineering science.

The knowledge of scientific processes is important if students are to handle change and be flexible, self-directed life-long learners and active participants in our ever-changing world community. The skills of critical thinking, problem-solving and scientific creativity will guide students in evaluating and incorporating the impact of new science and technology within their personal lives and their communities.

In History and Social Sciences, students examine the diverse cultures of the world and the manner in which human beings view themselves in and over time. History includes the study of people, places, and environments. Our courses examine how people create and change structures of power, authority, and governance. The Social Sciences include the study of individual development and interactions among individuals, groups, and institutions.

The Special Education Department offers a comprehensive offering of academic, social emotional and behavioral supports and services through special education. NHS is an incredibly inclusive environment that fosters the belief that all students can learn and thrive in the general education environment. NHS offers co-teaching in Math, English, History and Science for grades 9-11. In addition, we have built special education programming to meet the needs of all learners through both academic and social-emotional programming.

Language study is an essential part of every student's education, and exposes students not only to another language but also to other cultures and literature. All students should be able to communicate effectively through conversing, reading, and writing in a language other than English. Our goals are to have students reach communicative proficiency, gain an understanding of peoples and cultures, and make connections with other disciplines so that they may become global participants.

The World Language Department offers every student the opportunity to study and learn modern languages and a classical language. We offer a six-year course of study in French, Mandarin, and Spanish, from a first-year introductory course (not offered in Mandarin) to the advanced placement sixth year class. We also offer a four-year course of study in Latin, from a first- year introductory course to the honors-level fourth-year class. A minimum of two years of language study is required for graduation. However, a minimum of three consecutive years of language study is recommended, and a six-year study is desirable to achieve an appropriate level of proficiency. Languages may be taken concurrently.