SECONDARY SCHOOLS HIGHLIGHTS (CONT’D)

Mercer: Renzulli Schoolwide Enrichment Program

• Emphasis on writing, mathematics, and Spanish
• Teachers certified in Gifted and Advanced Learning
• Differentiated Instruction designed to set and foster high academic standards
• Enrichment Academies: Math/Science/Technology; Performing and Fine Arts; Athletics; and History
• Advanced Learning strands: can be obtained in some subjects
• Specialized after-school programs

Eligibility Requirements

• Strong commitment to academic excellence and program theme
• Adheres to Code of Conduct and school rules
• Parent Contract

Please contact Julie Nichols for complete details.

DeRenne: Honors Program

• Courses designed to engage and challenge students to their full potential
• Enrichment classes offered in academics, the arts, and technology
• Courses offered in French, Spanish, Advanced Math, & Advanced Science
• Core Knowledge Curriculum (6-8)

Eligibility Requirements

• 2.5 or better in all core subjects on a 3.0 scale or 80% academic average
•  7th stanine in Reading or Math
• "S" or "E" in conduct
• Teacher recommendation
• Standardized test scores required: contact school for details
• Strong commitment to academic excellence and program theme

Please contact the school for complete details.

Johnson: International Baccalaureate Academy

• International standards of achievement
• Rigorous course of study includes: English, Foreign Language, History, Science, Math, and the option of Theatre, Music, Psychology, a second Science, or a second Foreign Language
• All teachers are IB trained
• Emphasis on global thinking
• International standards of achievement

Eligibility Requirements

• "S" or "E" in conduct
• 80 or higher in all subjects
• Standardized test scores required (contact school for details).
• Three teacher recommendations
• Signed parent contract
• Strong commitment to academic excellence and program theme