The course registration process begins during the second semester of each school year. During this time, students choose their classes for the following academic year with the help and recommendations made by their teachers, parents, and school counselor. Students must register for a minimum of five classes each semester.
An add/drop period is held the first two weeks of classes allowing students the opportunity to make appropriate course changes. Students should meet with their school counselor to initiate a change and must receive parent approval. Changes in a student’s placement after the add/drop period require approval by the administration and will be reflected as a withdraw pass or withdraw fail on the student’s transcript.
Gray-New Gloucester High School courses meet designated learning standards and diploma requirements and prepare students for enrollment at a community college, technical school, college, or university. Some students choose to further challenge themselves by taking courses designated as Honors (H), Advanced Placement (AP), and International Baccalaureate (IB).
Honors (H): Honors courses are designed for those students who have shown mastery in a subject area and have a desire to develop their talent and interest in greater depth. Many science classes have the option of honors level distinction embedded within their curriculum.
Advanced Placement (AP): Advanced Placement courses offer students an opportunity to experience the challenge of a college-level curriculum approved by the College Board and recognized by colleges and universities. AP courses help students develop study habits necessary for tackling rigorous college-level work. Students prepare to take AP exams in May where there is the opportunity to earn college credit with a qualifying score.
International Baccalaureate (IB): The International Baccalaureate Diploma Program provides students around the world with a rigorous, comprehensive education with a global perspective. IB classes are two-year courses offered at the standard (SL) and higher (HL) levels. These courses are recognized by four-year colleges and universities as providing outstanding preparation for postsecondary study. Exams are administered during May of the second year. Students have the opportunity to earn college credit with qualifying scores.