Academic Curriculum

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The academic experience at Central Catholic consists of an extensive and rigorous curriculum that offers several pathways to academic success.

We offer numerous programs to provide students with additional learning opportunities and support.

Dual Enrollment for College & High School Credit

Central Catholic partners with Syracuse University and Southern New Hampshire University to offer dual enrollment courses to CCHS students, giving them the opportunity to receive both college credit and CCHS credit for a course taken at CCHS and taught by a CCHS faculty member.

Click here for more details on our AP Program and Dual Enrollment for College Credit.

Dual Enrollment Courses Offered

Dual Enrollment Courses Offered

The following courses are offered for dual enrollment with Syracuse University:

Honors Forensic Science
Honors Introduction to Personal Finance
Honors Introduction to Entrepreneurship

The following courses are offered for dual enrollment with Southern New Hampshire University

Public Speaking
Honors Chemistry
Honors Calculus
Honors American History
Drawing

Advanced Placement Program & Courses

Central Catholic offers 27 Advanced Placement (AP) Courses. The AP Program allows students to personalize an academic program that reflects their strengths and talents.

Click here for more details on our AP Program and Dual Enrollment for College Credit.

AP Courses Offered

AP Courses Offered

Offered on Campus	Offered in Virtual Environment
AP Biology	AP Art History
AP Calculus AB	AP European History
AP Calculus BC	AP Human Geography
AP Chemistry	AP World History
AP Computer Science A
AP Computer Science Principles
AP Economics Micro & Macro
AP English Language & Composition
AP English Literature & Composition
AP Environmental Science
AP French Language & Culture
AP Music Theory
AP Physics 1
AP Physics C
AP Psychology
AP Research (Capstone)
AP Seminar (Capstone)
AP Spanish Language & Culture
AP Spanish Literature & Culture
AP Statistics
AP Studio Art
AP US Government & Politics
AP US History

*NEW* Academic Course Guide2021-2022 Academic Year

Academic Course Guide 2020-2021 Academic Year

Online Learning Environment

Through partnerships with the Virtual Learning Academy Charter School (VLACS), for New Hampshire residents, and The Educational Cooperative Connections Academy (TECCA), for Massachusetts residents, students are able to enroll in elective online classes that are more uniquely suited to a student’s particular interests.

The Plus One Program (POP)

Juniors and seniors with a career adjusted GPA of 3.3 or higher can enroll in a seventh course in place of their study hall.

This additional flexibility empowers student to pursue an additional interest and passion or and further satisfy their intellectual curiosity,

The Academic Success Center

The Academic Success Center provides academic support to students in need of those additional resources.

The program works in collaboration with the National Honor Society to provide peer-to-peer tutoring from NHS members, in addition to tutoring from faculty members and professional tutors.

The support and resources provided, including study skill and time management workshops, help ensure the academic success of each student.

Academic News

March Musical Madness

Mar 30 2021

During the month of March, Central Catholic’s Fine & Performing Arts Department celebrated “Music in Our Schools Month.” Thank you to Mrs. Danielle Marine, Department Chair and Music Teacher/Band Director, for coordinating these efforts and for helping to make music such an important part of life at CCHS!

Read More about March Musical Madness

Mikayla Almeida '22 and Colleene Kabaria '22

Taking Care of Business at DECA States

Mar 19 2021

Congratulations to the four Raiders who finished in the top three in their respective categories at the DECA State Competition!

Teacher, Coach, Finance Guru, & Chess Enthusiast

Mar 10 2021

Central Catholic is known for faculty members that care deeply about each student and fulfill numerous roles in helping them to grow, learn, and excel. Ms. Katelyn Andrade is just one example - she's taught in three academic departments, has coached for over 15 years (and eight championships), and moderates the Chess Club.

Moynihan Scholar-Athlete, A Passion for Hockey and Math

Mar 3 2021

Congratulations to Michael Dinges '21 on being named a Moynihan Scholar-Athlete! Michael helped lead the Raider Boys Ice Hockey Team to the Merrimack Valley Conference Championship Cup while excelling in the classroom.

View of Central Catholic High School sign on Hampshire Street Building from Courtyard

Academic Honor Roll, 2nd Term, 2020-2021

Feb 21 2021

Ms. Jeanne Burns, Assistant Principal: Academic Dean, has announced the Academic Honor Roll of Students for the Second Quarter of the 2020-2021 academic year. The Administration, Faculty, and Staff congratulate these young men and women for their well-earned achievements.

Engineering Our World: Composing Music Through Code

Jan 20 2021

Students enrolled in one of our new courses, Engineering Applications of Computer Science, are composing music, developing assistive technology, and overcoming additional real-world design challenges under the tutelage of their teacher Mr. Andrew Joyal '11.

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