Century High School -  Gifted-Honors-AVID-AP (GHAAP)

Century High School offers a rigorous GATE/Honors/Advanced Placement Program (GHAAP) to prepare students for a successful college experience. GHAAP students make a commitment to diligently developing their academic skills, by doing regular homework and by active participation in their classes.

GHAAP Program FAQs

What is the Gate/Honors/AVID/Advanced Placement (GHAAP) Program?

• A special program that supports the needs of GATE/Honors/AVID/Advanced Placement students.
• A program that increases students’ success on AP exams, college acceptance, high school graduation, and standardized testing.

Why do I want to enroll in the honors program?

• Participate in quality instruction from dedicated, knowledgeable teachers.
• Attend classes with other motivated students who share common goals and interests.
• Prepare for college level work by engaging in rigorous curriculum.
• Develop and practice higher-level thinking.
• Be well prepared for taking high-stakes tests such as AP Exams, college entrance exams, and other standardized tests.

What are SOME of the characteristics of students enrolling in GHAAP?

• Successful participation in honors level classes.
• Highly motivated and enjoys challenging curriculum.
• Independent thinker and self-starter.
• Welcomes work that is beyond the classroom and over and above traditional school hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Teacher recommendation.
• Focused on attending a four-year university.
• Identified GATE student (though not required).
  

What are the expectations of the GHAAP program for students?

• Exemplary attendance.
• Adherence to school rules.
• Active participation and engagement in workshops, study sessions, and all assignments.
• Maintain a 2.0 GPA in GHAAP classes.