
Academic Programs
- Academically High Aptitude Program (AHAP)
- Rising Star Academy
- Expanding Access to Advanced Coursework
Academically High Aptitude Program (AHAP)
What the students are saying:
"It’s a place where we face challenges, learn new concepts, express our creativity, and reach our full potentials, together; as one big family." - Kaleigh S
"AHAP has taught me to be proactive and to do what you can to help others and make a difference. It has helped me learn my strengths and weaknesses, taught me to make the best of any situation and never give up no matter how long it takes to achieve my goals." - Bradley S
"AHAP is where kids go to be creative and solve problems as a team. AHAP is a place to learn, grow, explore, and think critically." - Delina A
"AHAP truly pushed my classmates and me through important life lessons; some that brought us down, some that brought us up, and all of them that brought us closer together. These experiences will leave an imprint on not just our brains, but our hearts, too." - Olivia G
Rising Star Academy
Expanding Access to Advanced Coursework

In Half Hollow Hills, we are committed to ensuring equitable access to advanced courses, fostering a rich academic experience for every student.
Advanced coursework not only helps your child develop higher-level skills and demonstrate their abilities, but it also offers many other valuable benefits including boosting self-confidence and fostering a positive self-image, earning college credits before graduating, and cutting down future education costs. These opportunities can make a real difference in your child's academic journey and beyond!
Our school counselors work individually with students, reviewing advanced course offerings and helping them to choose those aligned with their interests and graduation requirements. To facilitate equitable participation, we eliminate barriers by providing supplemental support through writing and math centers, extended assistance before and after school, and offering affordable and/or reduced fees when applicable.
To learn more about the advanced coursework available to your child, please review the information below. We encourage parents/guardians to also reach out to their child's counselor to learn how to prepare for and enroll in advanced courses.
Together, we can ensure that every student who is interested in pursuing advanced coursework has the ability to do so.
Information by School
High School East
- Advanced Courses Offered (click here to view our most recent class profile that includes a list of courses offered)
- Advanced Courses Offered Next Year (click here to view the course offerings for the next school year - select the Course Offerings Tab)
Please contact your guidance counselor to discuss:
- How to prepare for advanced courses
- How to enroll in advanced courses
- Available academic and non-academic supports
- Financial Assistance
High School West
- Advanced Courses Offered (click here to view our most recent class profile that includes a list of courses offered)
- Advanced Courses Offered Next Year (click here to view the course catalogue for the next school year when it is available)
Please contact your guidance counselor to discuss:
- How to prepare for advanced courses
- How to enroll in advanced courses
- Available academic and non-academic supports
- Financial Assistance
Candlewood Middle School
- Advanced Courses Offered (click here to view the most recent HSW class profile that includes a list of courses offered)
- Advanced Courses Offered Next Year (click here to view the course catalogue for the next school year when it is available)
Please contact your guidance counselor to discuss:
- How to prepare for advanced courses
- How to enroll in advanced courses
- Available academic and non-academic supports
- Financial Assistance
West Hollow Middle School
- Advanced Courses Offered (click here to view the most recent HSE class profile that includes a list of courses offered)
- Advanced Courses Offered Next Year (click here to view the course catalogue for the next school year when it is available)
Please contact your guidance counselor to discuss:
- How to prepare for advanced courses
- How to enroll in advanced courses
- Available academic and non-academic supports
- Financial Assistance
