Byron Nelson High School Advanced Course Opportunities
The Advanced Academics Department, in partnership with parents and community, will provide students a premier education, preparing them to be successful, productive citizens. In the Northwest Independent School District, the Advanced Academics Department provides direction and leadership for K-12 opportunities within the school day and outside of the school day.
STUDENTS TAKING ADVANCED ACADEMICS COURSES WILL...
Focus on completing college goals by taking honors courses in preparation for college-level work.
Enroll in OnRamps, Dual Credit, and/or Advanced Placement courses that can qualify for both high school and college credit.
Utilize opportunities for personal growth for college applications and resumes.
Be provided with opportunities to become thinkers and problem-solvers with real-world experiences
Participate in courses, programs, assessments, services, and supports that provide opportunities to demonstrate college and career readiness and earn postsecondary credit- this from TEA
Be provided an environment which encourages divergent thinking, creative problem solving, and higher-level thinking.
Be provided opportunities for self-directed learning.