Summer Term

List of 9 items.

• Purpose

  We are excited to announce a significant expansion of our summer school program, now available through NCS Online! This development offers greater flexibility for students, alleviating common scheduling conflicts that arise during the school year. By embracing this new online format, students will have the opportunity to balance their academic commitments with a more manageable and personalized learning experience.
  
  

  In addition to our diverse and comprehensive course catalog for high school students (HS Course Description Guide), we are proud to offer a full selection of electives for middle school students (MS Course Description Guide). These electives will be available for summer enrollment, allowing younger students to explore new interests and further enrich their educational experience. This initiative not only provides greater academic flexibility but also offers opportunities for students to advance or deepen their knowledge in specific areas.
  
  

  This new format reinforces our commitment to nurturing both the academic and spiritual growth of our students. By creating an environment that is adaptable to each student's needs, we can better support their personal and intellectual development. As we continue to strive to guide our students in their pursuit of excellence, we remain steadfast in our mission to foster their growth in both faith and knowledge.

• Why Take a Summer Course

  Students enroll in Summer Term for a variety of reasons:

  • Graduation Requirement
    Take a course not yet completed to stay on track for graduation.
  • Credit Recovery
    Retake a previously failed course to earn credit.
  • Grade Replacement
    Improve a previous grade (note: some colleges may not accept replacement grades for GPA/scholarships)
  • Enrichment
    Explore new interests or build skills beyond required coursework.

• Program Expectations & Requirements

  Time Commitment

  Summer courses are highly condensed. Students should expect:

  • 20–25 hours per week per week per 4 week course
  • 10-13 hours per week per 8 week course

  We strongly recommend limiting enrollment to no more than 2 courses per 4 week session or 4 courses per 8 week session.

  Course Load Limits

  • Maximum of 4 courses total during Summer Term
  • Maximum of 2 courses per session
  • Additional courses require administrative approval

  Technology Requirements

  Students must provide their own device that meets NCS Online requirements.

  • Chromebooks and iPads are acceptable for most courses
  • Exception: Business Applications requires a full computer (PC/Mac) with Microsoft Office

  Academic Policies

  • Honors courses are not eligible for Dual Enrollment credit
  • Students seeking dual enrollment should take courses during the regular school year
  • Ground students earning a D or F in a summer enrichment course must retake the course during the school year

• Course Options & Curriculum Samples

  Course Offerings by Level

  Middle School (Grades 5–8)

  • Electives (offered in the 8-week session only)
  • Math and Spanish (available in 4-week or 8-week options, depending on student needs)

  High School (Grades 9–12)

  • Core courses (Bible, English, Math, Science, Social Studies)
  • Electives (Technology, Fine Arts, World Language, PE, etc.)

  Course Descriptions & Samples

  For detailed course information, including topics, format, and prerequisites:

  • Middle School Course Description Guide
  • High School Course Description Guide
  • Curriculum Samples (available in Canvas)

  If you have questions about specific courses, please contact
  Jessica Gake, Online Assistant Principal, jgake@ncsaz.org

   

• Cost, Payment & Refunds

  Tuition

  • Middle School Electives: $325 per course per session
  • High School Courses: $400 per course (.5 credit)

  Payment

  • Payment is due in full at registration

  STO Funds
  Current NCS high school families should contact the Business Office prior to April 15.

  ESA Funds
  Families may submit their Blackbaud receipt to ClassWallet for reimbursement after payment.

  Refund Policy

  • Before first day: Refund available (minus $50 fee)
  • After first day: No refunds

  For questions, contact the Business Office:
  Monette Mason, mmason@ncsaz.org or Tricia Mucklow, tmucklow@ncsaz.org

• Grades, Transcripts & Completion

  • Summer Term grades will appear on the 2026–2027 report card
  • High school transcripts are available one week after course completion

  Transcripts are ordered through Parchment (instructions provided to students via email).
  
  

  For transcript questions, contact:
  Julie Dennis – jdennis@ncsaz.org

• Prerequisites and Course Planning

  • Review course prerequisites in the Course Description Guides
  • Students should reference their report card or transcript when selecting courses
  • Yearlong high school courses require enrollment in both semesters (Session 1 + Session 2)
  • Single-semester courses may be taken in either session

  Need help? Contact the Guidance Office:
  Paula Enriquez, penriquez@ncsaz.org or Julie Dennis jdennis@ncsaz.org

• Schedule & Important Dates

  Session Options

  • Session 1: June 1 – June 26
  • Session 2: June 29 – July 24
  • 8-Week Session: June 1 – July 24

  Courses are condensed versions of an 18-week semester and offered in either 4-week or 8-week formats.

  Key Dates

  • Registration Opens: March 20
  • Registration Closes: May 8
  • Late Registration (for open courses): May 9 – May 31

• Registration

  NCS Students

  1. Review your transcript/report card to confirm eligibility
  2. Contact Guidance with any questions
  3. Register and submit payment through the Summer Term link

  Non-NCS Students

  Please contact the Admissions Office for enrollment and registration instructions, admissions@ncsaz.org