Wow! I really dont know how going to NCSSM will affect college chances. Some are so traumatized by NCSSM, theyre lucky to get into college at all. What are your favorite school events or traditions? If you expect the school to get your child ready for the top tier colleges, you should probably find a counselor better than the sports teacher mine was assigned whose comment to my child at a critical time was: I dont know why they make me do this. These dramatic examples illustrate the possibilities that await at NCSSM. Because students are only allowed to take 4-5 core classesa.k.a. NCSSMs best quality seems to be that they provide a sort of safe haven for kids who feel strongly that they do not fit in at their rural high school. 5) NCSSM doesnt want students to stretch. If you have a good social life, noone will make fun of you. Your email address will not be published. I certainly a more confident and outgoing person because I went to this school, and I certainly have a great work ethic. I think enjoying the school depends on many factors. Is kid learning more? that you need to do. The difficulty is compounded by housekeeping at 10:30 p.m., after the socially active kids enjoy thirty minutes of Happy Half. The school approached him in 2013 about stepping in at the last minute to teach a challenging course blending science, history, and technology titled: "Science, Culture and Catastrophe." . Wouldn't this look bad on your transcript? Thats how I found out about a scholarship opportunity. You are competing for slots against the kids in your high school for slots in top colleges and as your peers advance due to solid instruction and learning opportunities, merging back into a program where kids have stayed on track is hard. My advice, get her in AP classes and start some extracurricular she likes. We continually update our website and review it with the aim of meeting users accessibility needs. As it is a residential school the lack of food options and nutrients within the food needs to improve. When coupled with the wide array of academic opportunities, speakers, and cultural activities on campus, students constantly learn. Living in Durham is also a great experience and a lot of fun. Kids who are reaching have to stop working again to clean their dorms at 10:30 at night, even if they have early morning classes and are exhausted. There is a great support system in place to make sure all students get what they need. My whole point is, if you cant take more quality classes, if you arent going to be guided into research opportunities, if your grades will suffer because of the lack of academic support, why come to NCSSM? The course catalog looks like a dream come true. This is what you are going to have to do-fend for yourself. As the clock ticked toward the 10 a.m. start time, graduates dressed in dark blue graduation gowns began queuing outdoors along NCSSM's . Students are selected to participate in this rigorous program through a competitive application process similar to the residential program. In fact, there are more students served by NCSSMs distance education programs each year than by the residential program. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. WHO? [11] In 2019 it was also second highest in NC, with 1437 of 1600.[12]. For example, I know 20+ kids at NCSSM this year who applied to college as political science majors, business majors, or other majors in the humanities and social sciences, and who are certainly not pursuing STEM fields (myself included). Another excerpt from NCSSMAlum(College Confidential), Suncoast agrees, []I think the most important point that we are both trying to make is that NCSSM doesnt make good students. In 1994, the school started offering their first distance education classes, using public television channels to broadcast the classes. This funding is supplemented by the NCSSM Foundation's private funding, which supports NCSSM's academic, residential, and outreach programs as well as providing funds for some capital improvements. I have heard some say that it was the best two years. I was able to do a year-long biology/environmental research project with my favorite teacher, be an RLA on my hall, and be part of a multidimensional and diverse group of students and faculty. If you took Chemistry, the Chemistry at NCSSM will be much more in depth and different. of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. Once, I witnessed an argument and several attacks included Whats your SAT score. Although this may seem like a facepalm, it can be quite hurtful to some. Because I was not a straight-A student (few people are at that school), I was blocked out of many of the programs and research opportunities that initially attracted me to NCSSM. The sixty-two scholars come from twenty-four North Carolina counties, seventeen U.S. states and territories (including North Carolina), and eight countries (including the . You are away from home, probably for the first time, and the classes are not easy. In 2018 the average SAT score was 1439 of 1600, the second highest in North Carolina. Have you taken the time to read NCSSMs policy on core classes? We compiled these quotes when we were applying and deciding whether to go, and their words should not be taken as gospel (or, as I guess smathers tend to believe more, experimental results). NCSSMis located in the former Watts Hospital in Durham, NC. If I took Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, APES, and Chemistry before NCSSM, if I do get in, and do poorly in the exams, does that mean I would have to retake it? Students at NCSSM regularly excel in club competitions, academic events, and sports. The North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics - EducationNC Students who come to NCSSM and end up doing less and learning less thats what teachers should hate. It is not uncommon to hear people say, I came to NCSSM because I needed a break maybe from their home life, maybe because of social and academic pressures at school. They also give an advantage to those of racial or sexual minorities, and strive to provide a safe space for them. A. 2) Q. The teachers dont teach the material in most of my classes. Prepositionals idioms are killers. As far as leaving the school, I know a few people who have done this. Absolutely not. In addition to the competitive academic criteria, the school selects students based on congressional district and gender. NCSSM has evening classes and the club president will set up meetings at whatever time works best for him/her. My child would have been far better off to have stayed at our base school, maintain straight As and take the 2350 SAT to the bank. NCSSM has been a wonderful and transformative experience. What are my chances and what are things that I could maybe improve on?

A good thing to do would be to have a look at the application to NCSSM. Assuming the schools computer system continues to malfunction, theyll not only try to complete homework using spotty computer service, theyll deal with the requirements of Super Study where computers are not allowed. Average SAT composite score out of 1600, as reported by Niche users from this school. My attempts to create my own research opportunities and clubs were only met with unenthusiastic help from administrators and teachers who did not email me back or showed little interest in my success. While the average admit rate hovers around 12% , Smath students have a 27% admit rate.

You will take a Math, Chemistry, and Physical Science test on Welcome Day. Plus, if I leave my small school, I'll lose my leadership positions. There were about 1,400 applicants to the residential program this year and with just340 spots for each entering junior class, they have a 24 percent acceptance rate. I highly recommend this school, I myself am very pleased so far with the efforts they've made for us, our education and our ease of comfort while on-campus. In the end, its about politics, not education. Stand out by doing something flashy (Forget substance. They dangle the research thing out like bait, knowing full well they arent interested in guiding students into research, they just want to lure the kids with the best chance of winning awards for the school. Is it worth it to go to NCSSM? (and questions) Do you believe a substantial amount of your class mates felt this [negative] way [about their experience]? As I said before, I hope to apply to some very top level colleges, and I was wondering how this could affect me. Students may take two to four coursesper year through the online program. When coupled with the wide array of academic opportunities, speakers, and cultural activities on campus, students constantly learn. We would like to show you a description here but the site won't allow us. I am much happier now and have been able to achieve all of my academic, social and extracurricular goals, and I know that I would not be the person I am now without having attended this school. Raking leaves is relaxing, but youll probably be thinking the whole time Im one of the smartest juniors in the state and the best use of my time NCSSM can come up with is me raking leaves? It looks at whether youre taking the most challenging courses available at your base school. The bill states that "No new recipients shall be funded after June 30, 2009. BUT, kid will be more prepared for college when he/she goeswithout a doubt.
, The work load is intense. Many of these course credits will be transferred over to UNC. The 319 graduates came to NCSSM from 185 high schools in 62 counties from the state's coast to its farthest western reaches. The school it self has so many clubs and events and is so culturally inclusive its such a change to what many kids might experience at other schools.

Youll have a much greater chance of getting into Duke University from NCSSM. This means that I was a year behind some students at NCSSM and almost all competitive students who did not go to NCSSM. But it is correct to say that you will probably kill yourself for two years, endure emotional torture and physical discomfort, and make absolutely no difference in where you end up attending college. A. NCSSM - Reddit [ no calculator on chemistry and phys.science ]

I think Im going to apply and if I get accepted, Ill decide then. If shes as smart as you say she is, then shell get fives on those easily and that will look really good to colleges! Many students feel trapped because they will be a year behind their base school classmates if they switch back. However, I believe that there are a significant number of students that had an awful experience at this school. However, for the perspective student: do yourself a favor and STEER CLEAR of this school. Education NC School of Science and Math . The small fish in the big pond cliche puts the blame for a students failure on the student. and Homeroom Rep), Marching Band (1st year, 3rd out of 6th chair trumpet), and HOSA (Youngest President in school's history). As a person who declined the residential program, but accepted the online program, I come to realize that ncssm doesn't really help you attend a T20- it's your worth ethic and what you make out of your situations that help you get into a T20 0 Reply Share Report Save Follow Continue this thread