Unparalleled academic experiences in 9th-12th grades at Shorecrest make learning come alive. Have dinner with world leaders at a Global Scholars Initiative event; pitch a startup in the Ross Roeder Institute; scrub-in to shadow a surgery through the Peck Center for Medical Sciences; or perform on the mainstage at the Straz Center in a musical theatre number... Shorecrest students live their learning!
With a robust course catalog that rivals some small colleges, high school students at Shorecrest are provided with the support needed to make the most of their many opportunities, both now and in the future.
The College Counseling Office (CCO) provides programming starting years before applications even begin, spiraling and expanding as students get closer to their senior year. All seniors have 1:1 college counseling with a professional, experienced college counselor who is firmly committed to coaching and supporting students toward the best match for their needs, interests and expectations.
Quick Facts
- Average class size of 13
- Over 20 Advanced Placement (AP) Courses with annual pass rates over 80%
- Robust signature programs including the Global Scholars Initiative; the Peck Center for Medical Sciences; STEAM Signature Program; Ross Roeder Institute for Financial Literacy, Entrepreneurship & Economics; award-winning visual and performing arts and more.
- Online Learning and Independent Study opportunities allow students to tailor their learning to their unique interests and needs.
- 1:1 Technology Program
- Chargers Athletics - 80% of Upper School students participate in at least one sport. 45 teams schoolwide, 22 Varsity teams.
- Comprehensive college counseling process with programming beginning in 9th grade. 100% of students accepted to college.
- Robust student life including Advisory Program, Student Leadership opportunities, Clubs & Activities and more.
- Students in grades 9, 10 and 12 participate in annual Service Week, and complete over 5,000 hours of service across local, national and international locations.
Upper School General Information
9th-12th grade Upper School: ~300 students
Upper School Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm M-W,F & Late Start Thursday 9am-3:30pm
Building Community
Students enjoy being a part of a thriving community of peers and adults in the Upper School. From advisory, student leadership and clubs; to events, traditions, and service learning; students have opportunities inside and outside of the classroom to build leadership skills, find their voice, and develop the habits of mind to be thriving, well-rounded adults. Whether they became a Charger in 9th grade, or have been at Shorecrest since 3-years-old, graduates repeatedly reflect on the closeness of their class when they cross the stage at commencement.
What I've realized is that the community here, just by its nature, really drives students to try and excel at any level. I received such a phenomenal education that really pushed me way beyond what I think I could have achieved anywhere else. Also, the people here are just wonderful in general - the teachers, students, faculty, etc.
- Sean Sheikholeslam, Class of 2023
Shorecrest’s Upper School Advisory programming helps students develop a strong sense of belonging with a small group of peers and a trusted adult. Through these relationships, students explore identity, belonging, decision-making, self-advocacy, and self-care as well as the Shorecrest Core Values: Responsibility, Respect, Integrity, Knowledge and Compassion.
Upper School students have numerous opportunities for leadership both on and off campus, including:
- Student Council - student government
- Honor Council - promotes character, convenes to review honor cases
- Student Ambassadors - give campus tours, participate in Admissions events
These are groups to which students are elected or go through a rigorous selection process to serve the greater school community through respectful and responsible leadership. To help train our student leaders there are two Student Leadership Institutes held each school year, and time is devoted to one-on-one training.
Clubs, affinity groups and service projects and activities evolve with the interests and needs of Shorecrest students. Clubs and activities allow students to explore and celebrate interests outside of their academic courses, while forming relationships with peers across grade levels. The school year begins with a Clubs Fair where all students have access to each club's purpose and current leadership.
In the Upper School, students are empowered to create, organize, and lead groups or events that are of interest to them. Some current examples of student-led groups include:
- Asian Student Union
- Black Student Union
- Clio Club
- Creative Writing Club
- Fishing Club
- Forensics Club
- French Club
- STEAM Club
- Happy to be SADD
- Hispanic Heritage Union
- Interact Club
- International Thespian Society
- Investment Club
- Jewish Student Union
- Lacrosse Club
- Key Club
- Kind Mouse Club
- Model UN
- Multicultural Club
- Outdoor Club
- Robotics
- Shorecrest Pride
- Spanish Club
- Sports Broadcasting
Graduation Requirements & Course Catalog
| Subject | Credits | Distribution |
|---|---|---|
| English | 4 | 1 credit per year |
| Mathematics | 4 | 1 credit per year |
| World Language | 3 | 3 credits of the same language |
| Science | 3 | Physics (9), Chemistry (10), Biology (11) |
| Social Studies | 3 | Global Studies or AP Human Geography (9), World Civilizations or AP World History (10), U.S. History Honors or AP U.S. History (11) |
| Arts & Humanities | 1 | |
| Physical Education | 1 | Health / Fitness / Ethical Decisions |
| Electives | 3 | |
| Service | 100 hours | |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 22 |
Upper School Course Catalog 2024-2025