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Congratulations to the 264 CCHS students who sat for 600 Advanced Placement exams in 27 different subject areas during the spring of 2021, achieving scores that exceeded state and global averages, led by the 102 students who were named AP Scholars.
Academic Curriculum
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.
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.
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
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Congratulations to Grace Lydon '22, a three-sport captain, who has been selected as the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association) Student- Athlete of the Month.
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Ms. Jeanne Burns, Assistant Principal: Academic Dean, has announced the Academic Honor Roll of Students for the First Term of the 2021-2022 Academic Year. The Administration, Faculty, and Staff congratulate these young men and women for their well-earned achievements
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Congratulations to the CCHS seniors who were recently recognized by the National Merit® Scholarship Program, including four "Commended Students" and a National Merit® Semifinalist.
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For the fifth year, the School & College Counseling Office offered over 125 Central Catholic seniors the rare opportunity to have their college essays reviewed by professional college representatives as the students prepare to submit applications to their best fit schools.
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Congratulations to Zachary Channen '22, who has been named a semifinalist in the 2022 National Merit® Scholarship Program competition! Zachary is a leader inside and outside of the classroom through his involvement in student activities and as captain of the Raider Boys Tennis Team.