• Eugene Ashley High

• John T. Hoggard High

• E. A. Laney High

• New Hanover High

How is an Honors class different than an on-level class?

·        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 an increased level of engagement, interest, and participation in class & w/ 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!

Click here for information about Dual Enrollment at UNCW.

 If you may be interested in taking classes at Cape Fear Community College while still in high
school, check out Career and College Promise! 

• Trade or technical schools

• Community Colleges - certificates, licensure programs, 2-year Associates Degrees

• Colleges and Universities - 4-year Bachelor's Degrees

• Post Graduate Degrees - Master's, PhD, Ed Doc, DDS, DVM, DD, MD, DNP, JD,
  Pharm Doc, etc.
  
  This page  and this video may help you understand post-high school programming.   This link may also help you Everything You Need To Know About Getting A POST-SECONDARY Education

• NC has 58 Community Colleges   link here

• NC has 17 Public Universities?    link here

College admissions and requirements - look at course catalogs for your dream school starting as an 8th grader -learn what classes, GPA, Rank, SAT or ACT scores you'll need to be competitive when it's your turn to apply to the college of your choice.  

• Quest Bridge College Match

• The Quest Bridge National College Match connects outstanding students from low-income families with admission and full four-year scholarships to the nation's best colleges. If you are interested in applying for this, visit the Quest Bridge website.

• CFNC Parent and Student Webinars

• Got questions about the college admissions process? Get the answers to your questions through special webinars designed for students and parents! To register for the webinars please click here. 

• Scholarships!
  There are many scholarships available when it comes time for you to apply to college or university.  Begin exploring them now so you'll be an exceptional candidate when your turn comes!

The following resources are helpful for students who are interested in pursuing Division I or Division 2 athletics at the college level.

• Get Ready. Get Set. Go! Guide for grades 9-12

• Division I Eligibility and Academic Requirements

• Division II Eligibility and Academic Requirements

• Initial Eligibility Quick Reference Sheet, Division I

• Initial Eligibility Quick Reference Sheet, Division II

• At a glance differences in the divisions (DI, DII, DIII)

Click here for the NHCS Pathways to Teaching

For High School Seniors

Click to learn more about our NHCS Board of Education Scholarships for 

Future Teachers.

Four Scholarships of $7,000 are awarded a year to local seniors.

Click here for the North Carolina Teaching Fellows Program and Application

Receive up to $4,125 per semester for up to eight semesters.

• Graduation requirements: www.ncpublicschools.org/gradrequirements/

• K-12 standards in academic subjects: www.ncpublicschools.org/curriculum/

• State student achievement test results: www.ncpublicschools.org/accountability/

• N.C. School Report Cards: https://ncreportcards.ondemand.sas.com/src

Click here to learn more & ask your high school counselor about applying 

Upward Bound Math & Science program is a TRIO program fully funded annually by the U.S. Department of Education. TRIO programs support higher education for all students without regard to race, gender, national origin or disability.

 Benefits

• Strengthen math and science skills of participating students

• Recognize & develop potential to excel in math & science

• Support participating students to pursue postsecondary degrees & careers in the math & science profession

The Signature Programs Website has a lot of general information.  Each school's website is linked there, so you can look at those as well.  This page has all the Frequently Asked Questions about each program, which may be helpful.  Here is the family presentation with a video at the end of the slide show.