Hanover County Public Schools Advance College Academy students work diligently to earn college credit concurrently with their high school studies. Many ACA students actually graduate high school with an associate’s degree. We are proud of these students who focus on the future and make the most of their opportunities, ensuring a bright future for themselves and for our community. Hanover High School students who are in the ACA are transported to Patrick Henry High School every other day. Atlee High School students who are in the ACA are transported to Mechanicsville High School every other day.
Application Information
- Algebra II by 10th grade required
- Students must have a 3.0 at time of application and meet Reynolds requirements, as well as complete Algebra II by 10th Grade
CHANGE: For students graduating in 2030 or beyond, students will apply in 10th grade for ACA participation in 11th and 12th grade.
Private and Home Schooled Families: Preference for admission to Hanover County Public Schools’ secondary specialty programs (Health Sciences Specialty Center, Advance College Academy, and The Hanover Center for Trades and Technology), as well as applications to Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School and CodeRVA Regional HS, will be given to students enrolled in Hanover County Public Schools at the time the application for the program closes. Private school and home-schooled students may be considered for admission to these programs if available spots remain. These students must provide proof of residency.
Career Coaching
We offer career coaching services through the ACA program.
What is the role of the Career Coach?
- To be available to students by having designated office hours at the high school each week
- Build relationships with students in order to better match interventions and opportunities to each student
- Be the link to the college for students, parents, and local school district personnel
- Be knowledgeable of the ACA program in order to best serve the students
Interventions used by the Career Coach focuses on three areas:
Entry – The Career Coach will have planned activities for students in order to help with the transition into the program and to build rapport among the students.
Retention – The Career Coach will design interventions to help students meet the demands of this rigorous program until completion.
Exit – The Career Coach will work with each student to explore different careers and programs of study and make informed decisions about which college or university to attend along with the appropriate major to select.
Online Resources
Please visit these websites for more information:
Contact
For general questions, please contact Dr. Andrea Herndon, Coordinator of Gifted Education and Advanced Studies.
School Contacts