School Models

While all NCNSP schools share the same Design Principles, each school is structured around a specific model or theme.

  • Early College

    Located on the campuses of two- and four-year colleges and universities, early college high schools allow students to graduate with both a high school diploma and two years of transferable college credit or an associate's degree.

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  • Redesigned Schools

    To create a redesigned high school, educators transform part of a traditional high school into a small, academically nimble, theme-based school that can serve students better.

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Affinity Networks

  • Health & Life Sciences

    NCNSP is working with its partners to enhance the development of a small network of innovative high schools focused on equipping students not only with rigorous STEM content but also with the skills and entrepreneurship needed for health-related higher education, careers, and economic development.

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  • One-to-One

    The N.C. 1:1 Initiative leverages the power of technology for predominantly low-income, minority students through access to a laptop computer for every student and teacher, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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  • STEM

    Quality STEM education prepares all students to compete in the 21st century economy, not just future scientists of engineers. Increasingly, graduates require more flexible and adaptable understanding of and competence in math, science and technology, no matter the future paths they choose.

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