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March 4 - April 12 - Open choice application window ; scroll down to Open Choice 2024-2025
High School Specialty Options and Schools
The application was open
January 2 to February 16, 2024 & is now closed Click here
Math suggestions for rising 9th graders who are currently taking 8th-Grade Math in their 8th-grade year:
Foundations of NC Math 1 Semester 1
NC Math 1 Semester 2
Student is less than 40% likely to score a level 3 on the NC Math 1 EOC
NC Math 1
Student is 40-70% likely to score a level 3 on the NC Math 1 EOC and Consistently holds at least a C average in 8th grade math
NC Math 1 Honors
Student is at least 70% likely to score a level 3 on the NC Math 1 EOC and consistently holds at least a B average in 8th grade math
Trask Middle School Students & Families
November 9, 2023-1-1:45pm
Specialty High School Reps visit 8th graders @ lunch
Fall 2023 Click Here for our 8th-Gr Counselor's High School Info Page
Dates to know...
January 2 - February 2 - Application window
The application window has opened for NHCS Signature Programs and Specialty High Schools. Applications are due by February 2 at 6pm. You can also find he application on any of the Programs' websites. You can apply to up to 3 programs.
2024 Application
The supplemental items (video) deadline is January 26 - you will receive an email from programs you apply to with the video prompt.
January 22-26 - Supplemental item window (due by 6:00 p.m. on Friday, January 26)
January 20 - NHCS Special Programs Showcase (10:00-1:00, Board of Education)
March 8 - Acceptance letters sent by email
March 15 - Second letters emailed
March 4 - April 12 - Open choice application window ; scroll down to Open Choice 2024-2025
Monday, October 30 (homeroom) - 8th graders will watch the Signature Program Video
Thursday, November 9th (during lunch) - The NHCS Signature Programs and Specialty High School representative will be at Trask to answer student questions.
Parent Sessions
November 8 (6:00-7:30) - Minnie Evans Center, Veterans Park
555 Halyburton Memorial Pkwy, Wilmington, NC 28412
November 9 (6:00-7:30) - Roland Grise Middle School Auditorium
412 Lake Ave, Wilmington, NC 28403
December 4 (6 pm) - Information Session SEA-Tech in Auditorium
December 5 (6 pm) - Information Session Isaac Bear - Watson School of Education Rm 162
December 6 (6 pm)Information Session WECHS (Wilmington Early College High School) BB&T Auditorium in the McKeithan Bldg (North Campus)
December 7 (6 pm)Information Session Laney STEM in Media Center at Laney
December 12 (6 pm)Information Session Lyceum in NHHS Cafeteria
December 13 (6 pm) Information Session Hoggard International Baccalaureate (IB) in Media Center
December 14 (6 pm)Information Session Marine Science at Ashley Room 419
You can find more information on the NHCS Specialty Programs website
October 10, 2023
Dear 8th Grade Students and Families,
As you prepare to transition from middle to high school, there are several options available for you.
Each of the eight high schools in New Hanover County offers specialized program options. In order
for you to learn more about these options, the district will be hosting presentations across theupcoming months.
A programming representative will visit the middle schools to answer questions from 8th grade students, followed by regional evening presentations for parents-guardians. The evening presentations will include a brief program overview by each specialized option’s coordinator, with a question-and-answer session to follow.
The schedule for the schools’ day/night presentations is listed below. If you are unable to attend the regional evening presentations, you will have another opportunity to attend the program presentation at each individual school in December. We look forward to sharing the wide range of options that NHCS high schools and early colleges have to offer!
Programming representative at middle schools (during school day):
November 7 - Murray, Roland Grise
November 8 - Noble, Holly Shelter
November 9 - Holly Shelter, Williston, Trask
Parent-Guardian Presentations (evening):
November 8 (6:00-7:30) - Minnie Evans Center, Veterans Park
555 Halyburton Memorial Pkwy, Wilmington, NC 28412
November 9 (6:00-7:30) - Roland Grise Middle School Auditorium
4412 Lake Ave, Wilmington, NC 28403
En Espanol
Estimados estudiantes y familias de octavo grado,
Mientras se prepara para la transición de la escuela intermedia a la secundaria, hay varias opciones
disponibles para usted. Cada una de las ocho escuelas secundarias del condado de New Hanover ofrece
opciones de programas especializados. Para que pueda aprender más sobre estas opciones, el distrito
realizará presentaciones durante los próximos meses.
Un representante de programación visitará las escuelas intermedias para responder las preguntas de los
estudiantes de octavo grado, seguido de presentaciones nocturnas regionales para padres y tutores. Las
presentaciones nocturnas incluirán una breve descripción general del programa a cargo del coordinador de
cada opción especializada, seguida de una sesión de preguntas y respuestas.
El horario para las presentaciones diurnas y nocturnas de las escuelas se detalla a continuación. Si no puede
asistir a las presentaciones nocturnas regionales, tendrá otra oportunidad de asistir a la presentación del
programa en cada escuela individual en diciembre.
¡Esperamos compartir la amplia gama de opciones que las escuelas secundarias y universidades tempranas
de NHCS tienen para ofrecer!
Representante de programación en escuelas intermedias (durante el día escolar):
7 de noviembre - Murray, Roland Grise
8 de noviembre - Noble, Myrtle Grove
9 de noviembre: Holly Shelter, Williston, Trask
Presentaciones de padres y tutores (tarde):
8 de noviembre (6:00-7:30) - Minnie Evans Center, Veterans Park
555 Halyburton Memorial Pkwy, Wilmington, Carolina del Norte 28412
9 de noviembre (6:00-7:30) - Auditorio de la escuela secundaria Roland Grise
4412 Lake Ave, Wilmington, NC 28403
NHCS 4 Traditional High Schools
Honor & Advanced Placement Course Info.
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!
College & Career Promise (CFCC) and Dual Enrollment (UNCW)
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!
Types of Post-High School Programs
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
Community Colleges & Public Universities in North Carolina
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!
You'll pick a pathway (series of classes in a career group) in high school. Click here to learn more.
NCAA Athlete Eligibility
The following resources are helpful for students who are interested in pursuing Division I or Division 2 athletics at the college level.
Do you want to be a Teacher?
Click here for the NHCS Pathways to Teaching
For High School Seniors
Click here to learn more about our NHCS Board of Education Scholarships for
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.
Some Helpful Links
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
Duke TIP talent search & pre-college offerings were disassembled due to the pandemic. For updates, click here.
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.