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Student Success Our Students earn a North Smithfield High School Diploma by successfully completing our rigorous academic course sequence, supplemented by electives that allow students to customize their education. We test students to ensure they have the skills and knowledge needed to become productive members of the global community. Required credits include:
We hold our students to a higher standard. In order to graduate, students must meet or exceed proficiency requirements on standardized testing, complete a senior project, and pass all their comprehensive course assessments. |
Where NSHS Grads Go American International College Anna Maria College Arizona State University - Tempe Campus Assumption College Auburn University Babson College Bay Path College Becker College Belmont University Bentley University Boston College Brandeis University Bridgewater State University Bringham Young University Bringham Young University - Idaho Brown University Bryant University |
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Career and Technical Education Pathways At North Smithfield High School, we collaborate with local universities and industry professionals to provide our students with a wholesome, well-rounded, a·ward-winning educational experience. Our Rhode Island Department of Education-approved Career and Technical Education Pathways are a manifestation of our steadfast commitment to student success. They give students the opportunity to customize their high school educational experience and study fields that capture their personal and career interests. Students enrolled in the NSHS CTE Pathway program gain hands-on experiences while learning to think both critically and creatively. These engaged students grow throughout the program into confident problem solvers and self-motivated adults. 
Pre-Engineering
At North Smithfield High School, our student s a re breaking new ground and solving real-world problems. Using the latest: techno;logy- as well as math and phy.sics- students dive deep into the engineering design process and compl,ete hands-on proj,ects. Our rigorous Pre-Engineering Pathway teach es stude nts to harness t heir creative and critical thinking abilities to develop new and exciting innovations to practical problems. Stude nts wiH have the opportunity to compete with pre-engineering students from across the count ry, collaborate with industry professiona Is, and show off their work to prestigious e nginee ring firms. |
Business and Finance
Developing new ideas is hard. Bringing those ideas into fruition is even harder. In our Business and Finance Pathway, we train the next generation of entrepreneurs to transform good ideas into successful businesses. And while our students learn the ins and outs of marketing, accounting, and business management, they will also take their education outside of the classroom. They can take advantage of hands-on learning opportunities to work alongside local businesses and see the real-world Implications of their coursework. CTE OPPORTUNITIES
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Music
The Music Pathway at NSHS does more than teach musicians to play and sing- it cultivates artists who can forge connections through sound and performance, and leave an impression on minds and hearts. Students participating in this awardwinning pathway will dig deep into both performance and music theory, learning not only how to malce music that sings, but also learn why and how it connects with audiences students have the opportunity to perform locally, nationally and internationally at venues that range from local stages to Walt Disney World and Carnegie Ha'II. Musicians and singers are also able to participate in out-of-school workshops spearheaded by renowned music professionals. 
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A pathway for everyone In addition to our RIDE-approved CTE Pathways, we also offer 11 alternative programs that students looking for more variety in their academic coursework can choose from. Advanced Mathematics offers students a college-leveI math education. With courses in Honors Algebra 2, Honors Pre-Calculus., AP Statistics, and AP calculus (both AB and BC offered}, students will leave this program with a strong foundation for success in post~secondary schooI. Allied Health Fields introduces students to non-nurse, non-physician health care care er opportunities. This in cludes physical therapists, dental hygienists, speech-language pathologists, and more. Communication, Writing, and Journalism will introduce students to a variety of writing styles and important verbal speech techniques. 
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Computer Science and Technology explores web design, digital graphics, cybersecurity,robotics, and general computer science principles. It provides students with a little of everything in the computer science world, preparing students for a wide range of careers in computer science. Early Childhood Education is a growing career field. Research has shown that the years prior to a child, entering Kindergarten are critical to their development. This pathway collaborates with the pre-school to teach high school students the latest about child development and best practices for educating a child. Fashion Merchandise and Design introduces students to the world of clothing design and production. Students will study trends and channel their own fashion sense to produce amazing work. International Studies Teaches students about the complex global systems around them. Coursework includes studying the history of genocide, European History, economics, anthropology, and more. Students will leave this pathway with a deeper un de rstanding of practical and ethical issues that arise in global discussions. Join Us How to enroll ln-district students For familes that are new to North Smithfield, enrollment into the North Smithfield public school system is simple. Parents should simply fill out a Student Registration form on our website nshs.nsps.us, provide proof of residency in North Smithfield, a copy of the student's birth certificate, and a copy of immunization and physicaI forms. Out-of-district students Students outside the district interested in becoming students can also enroll fn North Smithfield High School if they apply and get accepted to one of our CTE programs. To apply, visit our CTE website at nshs.nsps.us/cte. Accredltation Statement North Smithfield High School is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), an independent organization that evaluates over 2,000 schools across New England. Accreditation by NEASC indicates that we meet or exceed their criteria for educational quality periodically. |
Law and Society explores various elements of law including legislating, interpreting, and enforcing laws. It also looks at related areas of study such as psychology, forensic science, and criminaI rehabilitation efforts to give students a broad understanding of this field. Manufacturing and Materials covers the· steps taken to transform raw material into a final product. This pathway walks students through the ins and outs of product design, materiaI specifications, and more. Public Policy is the study of how the government responds to problems and governs society. Students enrolled in this program will have the opportunity to learn about the Constitution, economics, criminal Justice, sociology, how Congress functions, and more. Visual Arts taps into students' inner creativity and explores the development process, of various forms of art. It includes photography, studio work, and more. 
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