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Course Selection 2026-2027

THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE CHOOSING YOUR CLASSES!

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Who is my counselor?

Counselor/Office Location

Assignment

Meagan Aloise Lower C

A-B

Jessica Brox Lower C

C-Di

Seth O’Mahony Lower A

DiM-Gr

Rebecca Goodman Lower A

Gu-Lav

Joe Miller Lower A

Lay-Mor

Annie Murray-Sok Upper C

Mot-Q

Hilary Miller Upper C

R-Sim

Laura Brown Upper C

Sin-Z

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To graduate, you need 27 credits in the following areas

  • 4 English- You must take English every year
  • 3 Mathematics
    • 1 credit must be Algebra 1 (Alg. 1 (H) or Alg. 1, pt. 2)
    • You must take a math class or math experience every year
  • 3 Science
    • 1 Biology
    • A Physical Science (See options in Program of Studies)
    • 1 Science Elective
    • 3 Social Studies
    • 1 World Studies
    • ½ Civics (US & NH Gov.)- MUST pass the NH Civics test to graduate
    • ½ Economics
    • 1 US History (US & NH History)

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  • ½ Adv. Computer Technology
  • ½ Health
  • 1 Physical Education
    • ½ Sport Education
    • ½ Fit for Life OR Personal Fitness
    • ½ Fine Art
    • 11 ½ Elective Credits

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College Entrance Requirements

In General:

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  • 4 English
  • 3-4 Math
  • 3-4 Social Studies
  • 3-4 Lab Science
  • 2-4 Foreign Language (in the same language)
  • 1 Fine Arts

** these are MINIMUM Requirements**

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New Hampshire Scholars Program

  • New Hampshire Scholars is a program that encourages students to take a rigorous course of study in high school
  • Benefits of this program:
    • College Application Fee Waivers to many NH college and Universities
    • Scholarship Opportunities
    • Pin to be worn at graduation
  • Requirements for this program can be found in the of the Program of Studies

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Nashua High School Program of Studies

Course Selection for year 2026-2027

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The Program of Studies is available under the counseling tab on the Nashua South website and is a great tool for learning more about the classes we offer.

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New Courses/Changes

  • New Courses:
    • Cybersecurity 3
    • Computer System Design
  • Course Changes:
    • Graphic Design 1 is now Digital Design Studio
    • Computer Networking is now Computer Networking & Coding
    • Marketing for Fashion/Retail is now Digital Marketing
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�Course Selection Process� Window opens February 3-February 21�

  • Access X2 via the Nashua.edu

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  • Students- you will need to log into X2 as you normally do in order to complete your course selection.

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  • Please let your counselor know if you are unable to log into the system.

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Suggested Sophomore Schedule

  • A typical sophomore schedule includes:
    • English 2
    • Civics and Economics
    • Chemistry or other science class
    • Geometry or other math class
    • Fit for Life or Personal Fitness
    • Health 1
    • Electives- number varies depending on core choices

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Suggested Junior Schedule

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  • A typical Junior schedule includes:
    • English 3
    • US History
    • Algebra 2 or other math class
    • Electives- number varies depending on core choices

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Suggested Senior Schedule

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  • A typical Senior schedule includes:
    • English 4 or other English Elective
    • A math class or a math experience
    • Electives- number varies depending on core choices

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STEP 1�CLICK “MY INFO”

Click here

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�STEP 2 �Click on Requests�

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����Step 3�Select a subject area. Begin with CORE classes (English, Math, Science, etc.)�

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Please note that teachers have made recommendations as to the level and the next sequential course they feel is best suited for your child.

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STEP 4�Students may use the “Notes for the counselor” for questions or problems. Please make sure that they include THIER EMAIL so we can respond, if necessary.

Post button is in the lower left hand corner.

When they have completed their course requests select the “post” button. Once they have posted, they cannot get back into their course requests.

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  • Students will need to choose a total of 8 credits.

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  • They will need to choose and prioritize 3 credits of Alternates ***Any alternate choice may be used in your schedule! ***

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  • Teachers have made recommendations for students because they know your child’s skills, work ethic and potential.

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REMINDERS

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  • Please…Do not put the same classes in as primary requests and as alternates.

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  • Students will need to enter 8 primary and 3 alternate credits in order to post their requests.

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  • If X2 won’t allow the student to post, it is OK- their selections will still be saved.

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REMINDERS, cont.

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  • Course selection appointment times and dates will be posted outside of each academy office.

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  • Appointment times will be in the Career Center. Students should bring their Chromebook or can use a computer in the Career Center.

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  • Students should enter their requests starting February 3, 2025. DO NOT wait until their meeting with their counselor to enter their requests.

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REMINDERS, cont.