Academy expectations
SOAR Academy scholars:
- Take 2 or more Honors and/or AP level courses each year. Before graduation, each student will complete at least six Honors level and two Advanced Placement courses.
- Maintain a 3.5+ cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA).
- Participate in at least one SOAR Enrichment Activity each semester. Enrichment Activities may include guest lectures, concerts, art shows, college visits, and other learning experiences. A variety of activities will be offered to students each semester.
- Complete the SOAR Research Seminar course as a 10th grader and as an 11th grader. The course meets as a “late bird” class with periodic meetings and independent study. Students are expected to complete an original research project and compete in one of the following forums: Region II Science Fair, South Carolina Junior Academy of Science, SC Junior Science and Humanities Symposium, or SC History Day.