Honors Academy
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Purpose
At the Christiana Honors Academy, we prepare students for success at the college level through University Dual Enrollment courses. The comprehensive Honors Academy program begins with the Middle School Honors Academy years, providing students a preparatory framework of advanced academics to prime individuals for Dual Enrollment collegiate opportunities, and competitive college admissions by Grade 10. MSHA provides a rigorous academic program in 6th through 8th grades that prepares students to take university courses in high school. The expectation is students will take the SAT and college entrance exams by Grade 10. In addition, each student takes a performing arts course that comprises Band, Chorus, or Orchestra.
The 6th-12th Honors Academy provides each student with a smaller learning community that builds confidence and knowledge where the students feel comfortable to excel in their talents. As a 6th-12th Campus community, the comprehensive environment ensures one less transition between the middle school and high school experience. Students will build strong relationships with both the Honors Academy middle school and Honors Academy high school staff and students. Students continue their rigorous education on the Christiana Campus graduating through the Christiana High School Honors/ Dual- Enrollment program.
Structure
- A unique block schedule allows students to take a broader sequence of courses each year.
- Honors Academy students will pursue elective and extra-curricular activities along with all students.
- The smaller learning community cohort group will challenge students to pursue excellence both in academic course work and leadership.
- Honors Academy students will be recognized with distinction at graduation.
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University Credits
The Class of 2021 earned a combined 672 University credits!
The Class of 2020 earned a combined 432 University credits!
The Class of 2019 earned a combined 419 University credits!
Through dual enrollment and AP course offerings.
Application Requirements
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Applications for the 2026–2027 School Year Coming Soon! Are you ready to reach higher and challenge yourself academically? The Christiana High School Honors Academy is designed for motivated students who are eager to grow, lead, and succeed. Our program provides advanced coursework, enrichment opportunities, and a supportive community of scholars who strive for excellence.
To be considered for admission, please complete all steps below:
- Submit Your Applications
- Complete both the School Choice Application and the Honors Academy Application.
- Request Teacher Recommendations
- Ask two teachers who know your strengths to complete online recommendation forms.
- Show Us Who You Are
- Record and submit a short student response video following the posted guidelines. This is your chance to let your personality and goals shine!
- Upload Required Documents
- Most recent report card from the 2025-2026 School Year
- Most recent attendance report from the 2025-2026 School Year
- Submit Your Applications
Academic Overview
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Pre-College Honors Academy 6-10
Pre-College Honors Academy 6-10
- Honors English Language Arts 6-10
- Honors Science (6-10)
- Middle School STEM
- Agriculture Science
- Health Science (pre-med CTE course)
- AP Biology
- Social Studies
- AP Human Geography
- AP US History
- Advanced Math Courses:
- Core Plus, Honors Integrated Math (IM) I, II, III, IV,
- 6th-grade (Accelerated pace = 1 ½ years of material)
- 7th-graders have the opportunity to take IM 1 (9th-grade math course)
- 8th graders have the opportunity to take IM 2 (10th-grade math course)
- Honors Pre-Calculus
- AP Calculus
- Performing Arts 6-8
- Band
- Chorus
- Orchestra
- World Language
- 4 years of Spanish or French
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Grades 11 & 12 Dual EnrollmentĀ
Grades 11 & 12 Dual Enrollment
- WU CTA 206 Computer Applications
- WU ENG 121 English Composition I
- WU ENG 122 English Composition II
- WU HIS 204 World History
- WU MAT 320 Finite Mathematics
- WU MAT 330 Discrete Mathematics
- WU SCI 310 Environmental Science
- WU PHI 100 Intro. To Critical Thinking
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Optional Dual Enrollment Courses
Optional Dual Enrollment Courses
Up to 7 additional courses x 3 units = 21 credits
- UD AFNS 220 Introduction to Equine Science
- UD ANFS 103 Leadership in Agriculture
- UD APEC 100 Sustainable Development
- UD ANFS 102 Food for Thought
- WU ART 301 Drawing and Painting
- WU HIS 204/ ART 230 History of Art and Design
- WU MUS 101 Music Appreciation
- WU BBM 102 Introduction to Business
- WU BAC 101 Accounting I
- WU BMK 305 Marketing I
- WU CRJ 101 Survey of Criminal Justice
- WU PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology
- WU SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology
- WU SCI 304 Astronomy
- WU HLT 321 Personal Wellness

