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NHCS Specialized Programs Timeline 2026-2027 (27-28 AY Cohort)
November 9 Parent Presentation: Minnie Evans Center (Veterans Park), 6:00-7:30 p.m.
November 12 Parent Presentation: Holly Shelter Middle School, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
November 16 Parent Presentation: Roland Grise Middle School, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
November 30 - Southeast Area Technical High School (SEA-Tech) (auditorium)
December 1 - Wilmington Early College High School (BB&T Auditorium)
December 2 - Laney STEM (media center)
December 7 - New Hanover Lyceum (cafeteria)
December 8 - Ashley Marine Science Academy (MSA classroom)
December 9 - Isaac Bear Early College High School (UNCW - Morton Auditorium)
December 10 - Hoggard International Baccalaureate (cafeteria)
December 10 - Career Readiness Academy at Mosley International Night
December 13 Virtual Q&A Informational Session, 6:00-7:00
December 13 Programs post prompts
January 3 - 24 Application window is open (all components due by 11:59 p.m., January 24)
January 24 Application deadline for all programs, 11:59 p.m.
February 19 Initial letters emailed with time for confirmation from students/families (due by 2/25)
February 26 Second letters emailed with time for confirmation from students/families (due by 3/4)
March 1 NHCS Open Choice application window opens
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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