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AREAS OF POTENTIAL NOMINATION
The academic disciples include:
- English
- Mathematics
- Natural Science
- Social Science
- Spanish
The arts disciplines include:
- Choral Music
- Dance
- Instrumental Music
- Theater
- Visual Art
Have you ever considered Governor’s School?
The Governor's School of North Carolina is a 4-week summer residential program for advanced, gifted, and talented high school students, integrating academic disciplines, the arts, and unique courses on each of two campuses. If you missed the information sessions on September 12th and October 1st you can view the information by clicking the video below:
Governor's School Video Snapshot
- The North Carolina Governor’s School is a unique, enriching experience
- 11th graders may apply in all areas: Academics, Arts, Choral Music, Dance, Instrumental Music, Theater
- 10th graders can ONLY apply in three areas: Choral Music, Instrumental Music, Dance
- The curriculum focuses on the exploration of the most recent ideas and concepts in each discipline, and it does not involve credit, tests, or grades. Students are selected to attend through a competitive process after being nominated by their public school unit or non-public school.
- Deadline to submit the FINAL application to Ms.Lindsay at lindsas2@gcsnc.com is Friday,October 11, 2024
Eligibility:
a) Live in North Carolina
b) Attend a North Carolina public school
c) 11th graders may apply in both the areas of academic, Choral Music,
Instrumental Music, and Dance
e) 10th grader may ONLY apply in the areas of Choral Music, Instrumental Music,
and Dance
Governor's School Overview: https://www.ncgovschool.org/overview/
What Students Say About Governor's School
Eligibility requirements (students must meet at least one of the following criteria):
- Cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.25 or higher
- Cumulative weighted GPA of 3.5 or higher
- Score of 4 or higher on an NC End of Course assessment
- Score of 3 or higher on an Advanced Placement exam
- Grade of B or higher in a Career College Promise course on the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement, or a University Course
- Minimum composite score of 19 on the Pre-ACT/ACT or a minimum score of 1010 on the PSAT/SAT
- Minimum score of 90th percentile on aptitude assessment (composite or subtest)
New Spanish requirement:
- Students must have completed a minimum of three courses in high school Spanish prior to attending GS
Application/Teacher Recommendation:
- Student Application (DOWNLOAD and SAVE application BEFORE completing)
- Email the student application to Ms. Lindsay
- Teacher Recommendation Form (DOWNLOAD and SAVE recommendation BEFORE completing)
- Please note that teachers must email the Recommendation Form directly to Ms. Lindsay, not the student.
Tips:
- Student Checklist and Application Review Guide
- Student GS Application Tips and Checklist
- Tips for Writing GS Essays
If you have additional questions, contact Ms. Lindsay (School Counselor) at lindsas2@gcsnc.com