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High School Principal:
Andy Horning
Grade Levels: 9-12
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A culture of commitment.
North Star Charter staff started a strategic effort three years ago to develop student-teacher relationships.
About Us
NSCS High offers a rigorous college preparatory education within a small school experience. The advanced curriculum ensures core academic needs are met while students are challenged to meet their full potential in the midst of a close-knit and safe community. NSCS High has been named as one of America’s most challenging High Schools by the Washington Post. The 11th and 12th grades offer the prestigious college preparatory International Baccalaureate (IB) program.
- Small school environment with a low student/teacher ratio
- A rigorous, honors curriculum preparing 9th and 10 grade students for the IB program
- Opportnity to participate in the prestigious, college preparatory IB program
- Electives offered: choir, band, art, computer science, robotics, marketing, PE
- Sports and Clubs offered: cross country, volleyball, basketball, track, ski club, student council, International Club, Anime Club, National Honors Society, DECA
North Star’s educational philosophy incorporates high expectations for achievement for both academics and behaviors in the grades 9 — 12. It emphasizes the use of technology and includes an economics thread that is interwoven at all grade levels.
In line with our charter, our High School (grades 9 – 12) offers an emphasis on courses in business and economics.
North Star supports student achievement and success through a strong partnership between our families and the School.
Your job, as parent, is essential in your child’s learning success. North Star believes that a child’s academic success is infinitely strengthened by a solid academic and community foundation. Parents work together with the teachers and administrators to create a positive learning environment both academically and socially.
Our Mission & Vision
North Star Charter School provides students a world-class education characterized by a safe, supportive and structured learning climate that encourages high academic achievement, intellectual confidence, leadership and virtuous citizenship.
Location
839 N. Linder Road
Eagle, ID 83616
School Hours
M-F: 8am – 4pm
Weekends: Closed
Phone & Email
208-939-9600 (Main Office)
208-939-9645 (Attendance Line)
FAX: 208-939-6090
Our Principal
A Word
From Our Principal
“Things work out best for those who make the best of how things work out.” ~ John Wooden
Our Upcoming Curricular Events & Activities
There are no upcoming events at this time
Our News & Announcements
Check out latest North Star news and announcements!
Fall Festival- A K-12 Event!
Mark your Calendars! Join us for our FALL FESTIVAL on Thursday, September 22nd from 4:30-6:30pm. This is a family fun event with dinner cooked by our very own Student Council! There will be a coffee / dessert truck for purchase, games and activities sponsored by PTO....
Meet & Greet- Tuesday, August 23rd
Welcome Huskies! With the 1st day of school just around the corner, be sure to join us for the North Star Meet & Greet! This is a time for students / parents of ALL grades (K-12) to meet teachers & classmates, see the classroom(s) and drop off school supplies....
North Star Charter Welcomes New Head of School
Meet Mr. Horning, Head of School / Secondary Principal at North Star Charter School! Andy Horning is a native Idahoan. He was born and raised by two educators in Emmett, ID. After high school, he went to The University of Idaho. While in school, he was able to...
Fall Festival- A K-12 Event!
Mark your Calendars! Join us for our FALL FESTIVAL on Thursday, September 22nd from 4:30-6:30pm. This is a family fun event with dinner cooked by our very own Student Council! There will be a coffee / dessert truck for purchase, games and activities sponsored by PTO....
Meet & Greet- Tuesday, August 23rd
Welcome Huskies! With the 1st day of school just around the corner, be sure to join us for the North Star Meet & Greet! This is a time for students / parents of ALL grades (K-12) to meet teachers & classmates, see the classroom(s) and drop off school supplies....
North Star Charter Welcomes New Head of School
Meet Mr. Horning, Head of School / Secondary Principal at North Star Charter School! Andy Horning is a native Idahoan. He was born and raised by two educators in Emmett, ID. After high school, he went to The University of Idaho. While in school, he was able to...
North Star Charter MATHCOUNTS team took 3rd place in state!
North Star Charter MATHCOUNTS team took 3rd place at the Chapter Competition to qualify for the State Competition!
Joshua Ineck, North Star Charter: Named Idaho Statesman player of the week
Joshua Ineck, North Star Charter: Named Idaho Statesman player of the week (April 25-May 1st) He pitched a perfect game in a 21-0 win vs. Idaho City. He struck out eight in four innings of the mercy rule-shortened game.
US News Ranking #1 In Idaho
Students have the opportunity to take International Baccalaureate coursework and exams. The IB participation rate at North Star Charter School is 100%. The total minority enrollment is 15%. North Star Charter School is the only high school in the North Star Charter School Inc. District
School Board Elections
North Star School Board Elections will be held May 4 – May 14th. This year we have three new candidates that are running for election. Please click on the link above to view these candidates, their Board applications and personal resumes.
North Star Track Senior Athlete – Josh Nichols
We would like to acknowledge and congratulate Josh Nichols, the only senior on our track team, for all of his achievements and dedication through the years while representing North Star. Josh qualified to state all 4 years of high school.
Box Tops Contest
The Top 3 Classes for collecting the most Box Tops over the whole school year received a Rootbeer Float Party last week as well as won gift cards for the teachers to spend for the classroom.
NSCS National Honor Society
Congratulations to all the students that were inducted into the National Honor Society and National Junior Honor Society on Wednesday, April 24th.
Get In Touch
Location: 839 N. Linder Rd., Eagle, Idaho 83616
Telephone: 208-939-9600 (Main Office)
Email: info@northstarcharter.org
School Office Hours: M-F: 8am - 3pm
North Star Charter School is a 501(c)(3) organization. All contributions to the school are considered tax-deductible.
