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COURSE

REGISTRATION�for 2026-2027 ���

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FAMILIES OF NEW PIRATES

STUDENT SERVICES

• Last Names A-Cl: Ms. Cook

cooki@gcsnc.com

• Last Names Co-G: Mr. Hall

hallv@gcsnc.com

• Last Names H-K: Ms. Macaulay

macaulc@gcsnc.com

• Last Names L-N: Ms. McCain

mccainv@gcsnc.com

• Last Names O-Sl: Ms. Kijania

kijanij@gcsnc.com

• Last Names Sm-Z: Ms. Rich

richk@gcsnc.com�

• School Nurse: Ms. Stockton
• Office Support: Ms. Parham
• School Social Worker: Ms. Parks
• Community Liaison: Ms. Flowers

Please visit our website for lots of great resources

and to make an appointment with your counselor.

GOALS OF THIS INFO SESSION

• To learn about your student's high school graduation requirements and the courses your student must take
• To better understand the registration process and timeline
• To help lessen the stress and anxiety of the transition to high school

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

�ENGLISH – 4 CREDITS

English I, II, III, & IV

�MATH – 4 CREDITS

NC Math 1, Math 2, Math 3

and a fourth math course aligned with post-high school plans.

SAMPLE MATH SEQUENCES

�SCIENCE - 3 CREDITS

Earth/Environmental Science, Biology, �and a Physical Science (Chemistry, Physics, or Physical Science)

�SOCIAL STUDIES - 4 CREDITS

Civic Literacy (or AP US Government), �World History, American History (or AP US History), and Economics & Personal Finance

�PHYSICAL EDUCATION / HEALTH

1 CREDIT

Must be completed by the end of 9th grade.

�ELECTIVES - 6 CREDITS

including at least 2 elective credits from Arts, CTE, or World Language (any combination)

�Class of 2029 and beyond…

(current 9th graders)

Must have at least one qualifying arts education course in grades 6-12.

�Class of 2030 and beyond…

(current 8th graders)

Students entering Grade 9 in 2026-27 will have an additional requirement to take a credit in Computer Science.

COURSES THAT MAY REQUIRE AUDITIONS / PORTFOLIOS

WORLD LANGUAGES

Not required for graduation, but a minimum of 2 consecutive years is strongly suggested for admission to 4-year public universities in NC.

IB Candidates will need at least 4 World Language Credits (courses taken in MS for HS credit can count toward this)

CPR

All students must complete CPR training

• Can complete in 8th grade if in a public NC middle school
• Can provide proof of CPR course completion from American Red Cross, etc.
• Additional trainings will be offered throughout the school year for students who missed the prior trainings

UNC-SYSTEM MINIMUM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

• Four courses in English emphasizing grammar, composition, and literature
• ie: English 1, 2, 3, 4
• Four courses in mathematics
• Math 1, Math 2, Math 3, & a 4th math beyond Math 3 (ie: Math 4, AP Precalc, AP Stat)

The University System strongly encourages students to take at least one mathematics course unit in the 12th grade.

• Three courses in science
• including Biology, Physical Science, and a lab course (Earth/Env. Science)
• Two units in social studies
• including one unit in U.S. history
• For students applying for first-time (freshman) admission to constituent institutions after the 2024 spring semester:
• Two additional academic courses from English, mathematics, science, social studies, world languages, or computer science (ie: a core elective or world language)�Note: these courses should be selected in alignment with a student’s academic and career objectives. Completion of two sequential world language courses is recommended.
• 2.5 Cumulative weighted GPA
• Standardized Test Scores: Students with a weighted High School GPA greater than or equal to 2.50 and less than 2.80 are required to submit a standardized test score of a 17 or higher on the ACT or a 930 or higher on the SAT. (for students entering Fall 2026 and beyond)

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CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

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SAMPLE COURSE SELECTIONS FOR 9TH GRADERS

SAMPLE COURSE SELECTIONS FOR 9TH GRADERS (Future IB)

NOT a graduation requirement!

PROMOTION REQUIREMENTS

9^th  to 10^th = 5 credits�10^th  to 11^th = 10 credits

11^th to 12^th = 16 credits

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22 credits to graduate

                �GPA & QUALITY POINTS

AP versus IB

• The International Baccalaureate Programme is focused on critical thinking and global awareness.
• Students must complete specific requirements to earn their IB Diploma: 2+ SL Courses and 3+ HL Courses from different IB subject areas (English, Math, World Language, Social Studies, and the Arts)
• The AP program offers courses that allow students to earn college credit in high school.
• Students can pick and choose which AP courses they take
• BOTH programs offer engaging, challenging coursework for students.
• BOTH provide and additional 1.0 weighting toward GPA.
• Ex: A = 5.0
• BOTH offer potential college credit pending an adequate score on the final AP or IB exam/evaluation.

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AP and IB

• 9th and 10th graders are eligible to take certain AP level coursework
• 9th: AP US Government and Politics, AP Computer Science Principles
• 10th: AP World History, AP Human Geography, AP Computer Science, AP Precalculus, AP Psychology
• In 11th grade, students can officially begin the IB program coursework or can continue taking AP courses.

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*Note: There are College Board and International Baccalaureate fees associated with withdrawing from or not completing certain AP and IB coursework. �But don’t let this stop you from taking higher-level courses! Talk with your counselor if you have concerns.

Open IB Courses

IB Courses open to ANY 11th or 12th grader:

IB Art

IB Film

IB Languages (French, Latin, Spanish)

IB Math: Applications & Interpretations

IB Math: Analysis & Approach

IB Music

IB Philosophy

IB Psychology

IB Theatre

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*Non-IB students enrolled in these classes must meet prerequisites and are still required to complete the Internal Assessments and other course requirements.

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Ms. Hackney

AP and IB Program Coordinator

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Office beside the Chorus Classroom (Fine Arts Wing)

Phone: (336) 370-8200 ext. 1210

Email: hacknee@gcsnc.com

CAREER & COLLEGE PROMISE (CCP)

Earn college credits at Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC).

Tuition-free for high school juniors and seniors only (semester fees may apply)

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You must have a cumulative unweighted GPA of 2.8 or higher or passing test scores.

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Students can earn:

• College credit transferable to all UNC System Institutions and many of NC’s Independent Colleges and Universities
• A credential, certificate or diploma in a technical career
• A high school diploma and up to two years of college credit�

The Career Technical Education (CTE) Pathways lead to a certificate or diploma aligned with a specific career path (ex: Manufacturing Technology Diploma, Advertising & Graphic Design Certificate, etc.)

The College Transfer Pathways allow students to earn college credits that can transfer toward a bachelor’s degree at a 4-year college or university (ex: Associate in Arts, Associate in Engineering, etc.)

CAREER & COLLEGE PROMISE (CCP)

Also known as Dual Enrollment. Interested students must carefully follow and complete the application steps as listed on the GTCC CCP website here AND complete the Page High GTCC Dual Enrollment Permission Form (located on the counseling website Academics > Course Information > Forms)

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Tentative Summer / Fall 2025 Dates:

March 24, 2025: Priority Application Deadline for early registration

May 7, 2025: Final Summer Application Deadline

June 4, 2025: First Day of Summer Classes (8 week session)

July 31, 2025: Final Fall Application Deadline

August 14, 2025: First Day of Fall Classes

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CTE COURSES AT PAGE

• Adobe Visual & Video Design I, II
• AP Computer Science Principles
• AP Computer Science
• Business Essentials
• Electrical Trades I, II
• Entrepreneurship I, II

• Financial Planning I, II
• Health Science I & II
• Hospitality & Tourism Management
• Marketing I, II
• Microsoft Excel
• Sport & Event Marketing I, II

CTE Completers: Students who have taken at least 2 CTE courses within a CTE Career Pathway - see Ms. Bowman with questions.

WEAVER ACADEMY

• Page students can take 2 Weaver CTE classes each year.
• Transportation will be provided to and from Weaver
• Weaver courses are periods 1 & 2 or 6 & 7 (Weaver decides)
• Will take 2 classes if you choose to take Weaver classes �(one for S1 and one for S2)

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automotive technology,

culinary arts, 

computer programming,

game design, HVAC, and more!

Ms. Bowman

Career and College Manager

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Room 304

Phone: (336) 370-8200 ext. 1626

Email: bowmant3@gcsnc.com

COLLEGE PLANNING?

IN 9TH GRADE?

College Admission Offices pay careful attention to the following:

• Grade Point Average (GPA) and Class Rank
• Difficulty/rigor of course load
• SAT and/or ACT scores
• High School Activities
• Community Involvement
• Recommendations from teachers

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It’s very important to start planning as early as 9th grade. Please visit our counseling website for great resources to keep your student on track.

Only students who are new to GCS or not districted to Page �must register for Page through Infinite Campus: https://www.gcsnc.com/choose-and-enroll

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Students who are already districted to Page who wish to apply to the IB programme do have to complete a SchoolMint registration - https://gcsnc.schoolmint.net/

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Students enrolling from a GCS middle school will enter their 2026-2027 Page course selections with their current 8th grade counselor.

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Students enrolling from private or charter schools must register with GCS first. Once enrolled, a Page counselor will reach out to you directly to choose your classes.

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The GCS Choice Schools Application window was 10/15/25 - 11/28/25. You can find more information on the GCS website.

NEW TO PAGE

STUDENT SERVICES

• Last Names A-Cl: Ms. Cook

cooki@gcsnc.com

• Last Names Co-G: Mr. Hall

hallv@gcsnc.com

• Last Names H-K: Ms. Macaulay

macaulc@gcsnc.com

• Last Names L-N: Ms. McCain

mccainv@gcsnc.com

• Last Names O-Sl: Ms. Kijania

kijanij@gcsnc.com

• Last Names Sm-Z: Ms. Rich

richk@gcsnc.com�

• School Nurse: Ms. Stockton
• Office Support: Ms. Parham
• School Social Worker: Ms. Parks
• Community Liaison: Ms. Flowers

Please visit our website for lots of great resources

and to make an appointment with your counselor.