Parent Guide HS Specialty Programs
2022-2023 Frequently Asked Questions
Overview
Programs cover a vast array of topics and interests, ranging from the arts to engineering and beyond.
If students are accepted to a high school specialty program, they transfer to their new school for the duration of their 4 year high school career. (There are some transport programs starting in 11th grade that operate differently!)
If students do not apply to any of the specialty programs, then they will attend their zoned base high school.
Where can I learn about the different programs?
Parents & students are also welcome to view the PowerPoint presentation that has been created for 8th grade students.
Mr. Davison's PowerPoint Overview of Specialty Programs
How does my student apply to a specialty program?
The application will be available online starting on November 1st.
Due to Popular Demand: CFPA, Pre-Gov, and IT require that students list the programs as FIRST CHOICE on their applications in order to be considered for acceptance.
**Do some programs have additional requirements??**
For the overwhelming majority of programs, you just need to complete the online application.
However, there are a few programs that require and/or recommend that additional materials be completed.
The CFPA Program at Colgan High School - Students will need to complete an Audition/Portfolio Packet. Make sure students compete the packet for the concentration area they want to apply to.
The CISL Program at Hylton High School - They recommend that students complete two teacher recommendations and an essay. Please see the Hylton HS CISL Application Website.
The Pre-Governor's Program at Osbourn Park High School - Students MUST complete additional application components through the application website - please see the Pre-Gov Website for more information.
How can I learn more detailed information about each program?
Countywide Information Sessions:
October 11, 2022, 7 p.m. on Zoom (Register) Offered in English and Spanish
October 13, 2022, 7 p.m. on Zoom (Register) Offered in English and Spanish
October 27, 2022, 7 p.m. on Zoom (Register) To request American Sign Language or language interpretation services, please complete this form.
Additionally, each of the PWCS high schools will be offering their own information nights. We encourage you to visit the school websites for information on their activities.
Please click here to find a list of all the school based information nights offered across the county.*
*This document is live, and will be updated as more schools provide information about their information nights.
How will transportation work?
Usually local elementary and middle schools (including Rippon) are used as bus stops.
Bus stop information for the specialty programs can be found HERE.
Can I get help submitting my application?
Student and parents are welcome to contact Mr. Davison regarding the HS Specialty Programs. Students can request a meeting HERE, and can also reach out via email at: davisojj@pwcs.edu
ALL APPLICATIONS* ARE DUE BY FEBRUARY 1st, 2023
**THE ONLY EXCEPTION IS THE CFPA PROGRAM at COLGAN HIGH SCHOOL - THE DUE DATE FOR THIS PROGRAM IS DECEMBER 14th, 2022**
