The NHAP curriculum strives to instill fundamental knowledge and study skills while stimulating intellectual curiosity and growth. Courses are offered across a wide range of disciplines and at different paces so that students can explore a variety of areas of knowledge at a pace that will challenge them to the best of their abilities. The curriculum and the environment combine to encourage understanding and appreciation of different cultures, develop critical thinking skills, enhance creativity, promote physical and emotional well-being, and foster a concern for others.
English (Language Arts)
By relating English to everyday life, this course will help students to acquire a foundation of knowledge in ready, speaking, listening, writing and more, to understand that English is a unique way of seeking knowledge, to have a positive attitude toward English and to understand the relationship between English and society. Students will learn about English through the six strands of the English Language Arts: Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing, Viewing and Representing.
Mathematics
This course is designed to provide students with the mathematical understanding and critical thinking skills.
Science
Students will investigate how living systems respond to their environment. In order to prepare students for their world, our Science course addresses global issues including technologies, environment and problems. Students are expected to develop some understanding of and respect for the process of science. Students will be encouraged to show interest in science-related questions and issues, as well as confidently pursue personal interests.
Sports
Students will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities offered through the following dimensions: • Games • Types of Gymnastics • Individual Activities • Activities in an alternative environment (e.g. outdoor pursuits). In addition to these activities, students in Sports/Physical Education will have the opportunity to participate in various field trips which may include: wall climbing, horse riding, hiking and other trips of similar nature.
Arts
In the Art Program students develop a proficiency in using image-making materials, & techniques and calligraphy . This course emphasizes on individual problem-solving which allows each student to develop the skills and gain the confidence necessary to better express themselves visually and to better understand the creativity of others.
Drama
Through engaging hands-on experiences, the students will increase their physical and vocal confidence, as well as learn basic performance skills and acting techniques. Students also develop a deep sense of community within this fun and challenging course. Drama is a collaborative, creative art form. Students work together in a fun-filled environment creating original works and studying previously published works. Students will develop their own creative voices that will enable individual and artistic growth.
Computing
Do you want to cure cancer? Help the blind to see? Perhaps you want to build an interactive Art masterpiece. Or maybe create the next million dollar game? Computing is changing the world and at NHAP, our computing course teaches students how to use, build and work with the technologies of tomorrow. If you want to be an engineer, a doctor, or a leader in your industry, you need to have a strong grasp on how new hardware and software will shape your world as early as possible in your life. At NHAP students are introduced to the very engaging programming language which allows them to express their creativity by programming and manipulating art and graphics.