Nelson County High School

NCHS CTE Highlight on Business & Technology: NCHS offers several courses in Business and Information Technology including Entrepreneurship, Intro to Gaming Design, and Economics & Personal Finance. The courses offered introduce essential technical and professional skills required for students to pursue programs leading to professional careers, as well as Business and Information Technology (IT) certifications. Students develop critical thinking skills that include analyzing real-world situations, economic reasoning, decision making, and problem solving. Working on real-world simulations and projects encourage teamwork and communication skills, which will enhance students' employability.

NCHS CTE Highlight on Automotive Technology: NCHS offers a 3-year Automotive Technology program. In this program students explore, handle, and perform basic functions in engine repair, automatic transmission and transaxle, manual drivetrain and axles, suspension and steering systems, and brakes. They also learn about electrical, electronic, HVAC systems and overall engine performance in automobiles. Students successfully completing the full 3-year program receive advanced instruction in all automotive systems to prepare them for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification examinations.

It has been a busy week for the NCHS Counseling Department! Our Counselors and Staff have been working with students on Interest Surveys, 24-25 Course Scheduling, and Kindness Week activities.

NCHS CTE Highlight on Agriculture: NCHS offers 5 agriculture courses. Agriculture 1, Foundations of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources, introduces students to agriculture education, including the areas of Virginia’s agriculture industry. Topics covered include Welding, Plant Science, Woodworking, Food Science, Animal Science, and Natural Resources. Agriculture 2, Introduction to Animal Science, focuses on the major areas of the Animal Systems including animal nutrition, reproduction, breeding, care, and management. Students learn agricultural mechanics applicable to animal systems. Agriculture 3, Agricultural Production Technology, provides instruction in plant and animal science for students interested in career pathways related to agricultural production. This course covers topics such as safety, mechanics, soil science, precision agriculture, and business. Agriculture 4, Livestock Production Management, and Agriculture 5, Operating the Farm Business, focuses on agricultural mechanics, with emphasis on the application of mechanical skills to farm power and machinery, as well as on soil and water management, supervised farming programs, and leadership training. Students also receive instruction in adjusting, operating, and maintaining farm machinery and equipment and in planning and constructing farm buildings and facilities. All students taking Agriculture courses have the opportunity to participate in FFA. Students active in FFA are able to participate in FFA activities, FFA competitions, leadership development events, and career development events at the local, regional, state, and national levels.

As we pass the mid-point of the 3rd 9-weeks, our NCHS Student Attendance continues to be STRONG this school year. Keep up the good work Govs! School Attendance Matters - EVERY Gov, EVERY Day!

February is CTE Month! CTE Month is a public awareness campaign that takes place each February to celebrate the value and achievements of CTE programs across the country. Thank you to our NCHS CTE Teachers for the positive impacts they are making for our students: - Mrs. Addison, Family & Consumer Sciences - Mrs. Joseph, Cosmetology - Mrs. Seay, Health & Medical Sciences - Mr. Reilly, Business and Technology - Mr. Ramsey, Agriculture Education - Mrs. Seaman, Horticulture - Mr. Durkee, Automotive Technology - Mr. Connell, Carpentry & Building Trades - Mr. Flowers, Welding Be on the look out for more posts highlighting the exciting learning that occurs in our CTE classrooms, shops & labs!

School Attendance Matters - EVERY Gov, EVERY Day!

This week is National School Counseling Week. A HUGE Shout Out to our NCHS Counselors: Mrs. Day, Mr. Wingate, Ms. Tettlebach, and our Counseling Intern Ms. Mullen. Thank you for helping every student succeed and helping every student dream big!

Please join us for the NCPS Love of Learning Family Night at 5:30pm on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, in the NCHS Auditorium. All NCPS Students and Families - grades PreK - 12th grade - are invited to join us for this free event!

The NCHS 2024-2025 Program of Studies is NOW AVAILABLE!! Be sure to check it out - On the NCHS website under the "Parents & Students" Tab - On our Mobile App in the Menu under "Documents" Our School Counselors will begin 24-25 course scheduling in February!

Did You Know..... How important daily student attendance is?? We need EVERY Gov in school ALL Day, EVERY Day! Go Govs!

As we begin the 2nd semester, please remind your students about the importance of being in school ALL Day, EVERY Day! #OneNelson

School Attendance Matters - EVERY Gov, EVERY Day! Let's Go Govs!!!!

Attending School EVERY day improves your chances of SUCCESS! School Attendance Matters - EVERY Gov, EVERY Day!

School Attendance Matters - EVERY Gov, EVERY Day!

The NCHS Cosmetology Salon will be open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9:30-11:30am and 1:45-3:15pm daily beginning November 28th through April 18th. Call 434-263-8317 to book your appointment! See flyer for services available.

School Attendance Matters - Make it a Priority! EVERY Gov, EVERY Day!

Make sure your dreams include GOOD ATTENDANCE. It is never to early to start developing good habits that will be beneficial later in life. School Attendance Matters - EVERY Gov, EVERY Day!

Congratulations to the NCHS One Act Play team & Mrs. Driver for placing FIRST at this weekend's Sub-Regional Meet!

We need EVERY Gov present in school EVERY day - School attendance matters!!