Grade 8 to 9 Transition 2025
Dear Future NAHS Students & Parents/Guardians/Caregivers,
I really enjoyed meeting with the 8th grade teams at NAMS on January 30th to discuss course selection and life at the high school. During those meetings, students were given a course selection worksheet to help guide them through the course selection process. Course selection in PowerSchool will open on Friday, January 31st at 2pm and close on Friday, February 9th at 2pm. I want to provide some additional resources to help make this process as smooth as possible.
- Course Selection Directions: These are step by step instructions on how to select elective courses in PowerSchool for 9th grade.
- Course Selection Worksheet: This is a digital copy of the handout that was distributed during the 8th grade meetings this week.
- Program of Studies: This is a link to our Program of Studies on the HS Guidance website. There are course descriptions for every class we offer at NAHS as well as other information about our academic programming at the high school.
Lastly, I want to send a reminder to join us for 8th Grade Open House at the high school on Monday, February 3rd from 6-8:30 p.m. The evening will begin in the Auditorium. The event is geared towards showcasing NAHS’ academic offerings, providing building tours, and providing a chance to see our co-curricular athletic and club/activity opportunities.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me at the high school. I look forward to working with you over the next four years!
Sincerely,
Megan Pinksten
Director of Guidance
North Andover High School
Email: pinkstenm@nak12.com