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I will be visiting 8th grade classes on Wednesday April 1 and Tuesday April 2 to talk about High School Registration
The counselors will meet with all 8th graders between April 13-30 to discuss course selection for next year.
Student will receive a registration from that is highlighted with course recommendations from their currnt teachers. If you have questions about your recommendation, please see your core subject teacher.
NHCS Special Programs Information
NHCS Specialty High Schools and Programs website
1/11/2026 Programs post prompts
1/18/2026-2/8/2026 APPLICATION WINDOW OPEN
3/13/2026 Initial decision letters emailed - confirmation from students/families due by 3/19
3/20/2026 Second round letters emailed - confirmation from students/families due by 3/26
Open Choice Window - March 2 - April 10
11/10/2025 Parent Presentation at Minnie Evans Center 6-7:30 pm
11/12/2025 Parent Presentation at Roland Grise 6-7:30 pm
11/13/2025 Parent Presentation at Holly Shelter Middle School 6-7:30
Individual School Presentation Nights (all start at 6pm)
12/1/2025 Southeast Area Technical High School (SEA-Tech) (auditorium)
12/2/2025 Wilmington Early College High School (BB&T Auditorium - North Campus)
12/32025 Laney STEM (media center)
12/4/2025 Hoggard International Baccalaureate (cafeteria)
12/8/2025 New Hanover Lyceum (cafeteria)
12/9/2025 Ashley Marine Science Academy (MSA classroom)
12/10/2025 Isaac Bear Early College High School (UNCW - Morton Auditorium)
12/11/2025 Career Readiness Academy at Mosley (media center)
12/14/2025 Virtual Information Session 6-7pm
1/11/2026 Programs post prompts
1/18/2026-2/8/2026 APPLICATION WINDOW OPEN
3/13/2026 Initial decision letters emailed - confirmation from students/families due by 3/19
3/20/2026 Second round letters emailed - confirmation from students/families due by 3/26
Open Choice Window - March 2 - April 10
High School Graduation Requirements
22 Credits Total Required (most of you will receive more-NHCS recommends at least 28.)
English 4 units:
English I
English II
English III or AP Language Arts
English IV or AP Literature
Mathematics 4 units:
NC Math 1
NC Math 2
NC Math 3
a 4th math (Discrete Math, Honors Math 4, AP Pre-Cal)
Science 3 units:
Earth and Environmental Science or AP Environmental Science
Biology
A Physical Science: Physical Science, Chemistry, or Physics
Social Studies 4 units:
World History
Civic Lit OR AP Government
American History OR AP US History
Economics & Personal Finance
Physical Ed/Health 1 unit
Electives 6 units
2 of the 6 electives must be from either a CTE class, World Language, or Art
CPR
Most students completed this in 8th grade PE
How is an Honors class different than an on-level one?
Stricter deadlines for homework and classwork assignments
· Possibly additional and more rigorous homework, reading, studying
· More independent analysis and synthesis of topics
· Pace of learning and instruction is faster
· Less time in class to study, complete homework, and do make up work
· Requires increased level of engagement, interest, and participation in class and with content
· Better college preparation
· Additional 0.5 quality point towards GPA
How is an Advanced Placement (AP) class different than an Honors one?
· College-level curriculum; potential for college credit depending on AP exam score
· Pace of learning and instruction is faster
· More homework and projects outside of class
· Much deeper analysis of content and more independent thought
· Best college preparation we offer
· Additional 1.0 quality point towards GPA
How do I know if I’m ready to take an Honors or AP course?
· Do you quickly and easily grasp the concepts presented by your instructor?
· Do you ask questions or want to ask questions that go further or deeper than the presented material?
· Are you interested in the subject?
· Do you find you have extra time because you finish the homework quickly?
· Even if you have to work hard in the subject, do you enjoy it?
· Do you generally get high marks in your current class?
If most of your answers are a YES!, you should talk with your parent/guardian and your counselor about taking an Honors or AP course!
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