Program Information
• Opportunity for specialized coursework not available on any other BCPS campus
• Classes taught by NC School of Science & Math via interactive, virtual classrooms
• Honor’s GPA credit: 5.0 for 11-12th graders/4.5 pt. scale for 9-10th graders awarded for NCSSM classes – PLTW (Project Lead the Way) Courses carry 6 pt. scale for 11-12th graders / 5 pt. scale for 9-10th graders -- Honor’s GPA credit: 5.0 for 11-12th graders/4.5 pt. scale for 9-10th graders awarded for Adobe classes.
• Engineering classes utilize advanced technology and hands-on activities
• Students remain enrolled at home high school and may participate in sports, band, clubs, etc.
Other Considerations:
• No transportation provided
• May begin STEAM classes any time during high school years
• May take multiple blocks at STEAM per semester
• Must complete STEAM application
• Most NCSSM classes have Biology and Math III as pre-requisites
• Small class sizes with limited seating available