NHREC Website
For quick access to information and announcements, visit the New Horizons website at nhrec.org. Once there, select Governor's School for Science & Technology from the "Select Program" drop-down menu. Under the "Students" drop-down menu, you will find links to Canvas, policies, transportation information, and more.
*Important* Required Forms
NHREC requires updated medical and contact information, as well as acknowledgment of the GSST Honor Pledge. Please access, complete, and submit these mandatory forms via PowerSchool. Log into your New Horizons GSST PowerSchool account, scroll down, and select "BioUpdate" to find the Medical Forms, updated contact information, Honor Pledge, and more. Be sure to update these forms by September 13, 2024.
Academic Calendars
Regional Calendar Link. Check your school district as well as NHREC to compare dates for the start and end of quarters and semesters, early dismissal, and no-school days.
For procedures to follow when your home school is not in session, see the Cohesive Plan for Continuous Learning below.
Bell Schedule
GSST Bell Schedule
AM session begins promptly at 7:10 a.m.
- Districts: HCS, PCS, GCS, & WJCC.
- Districts: NNPS, IOW, & YCS.
Note: Students who have been assigned to a different session at GSST than those listed here should report at the designated time for their specific session. .
GSST Grades on Powerschool
Track Your GSST Progress on PowerSchool
On PowerSchool, you can:
- Monitor your progress throughout the school year
- Access detailed course assignments
- View your grades, attendance, and schedule
- Communicate directly with your teachers
Note: Be sure to check PowerSchool regularly to stay updated on your academic performance and stay connected with your teachers.
Creating a Parent Portal Account
The "Parent Portal" allows parents to view their child’s attendance, grades, assignments, and other academic information online. For detailed instructions on setting up your account, please visit our website PowerSchool link.
GSST Policies & Procedures
Student Handbook
The Student Handbook is designed to provide essential information about New Horizons Regional Education Centers and assist you in planning for a successful school year.
For complete policies, please visit our website.
Academic Integrity
Academic Integrity
Our academic community highly values recognizing and respecting others' contributions to knowledge. At GSST, academic dishonesty can lead to disciplinary consequences, including receiving a failing grade, suspension from school, jeopardizing references, or, in extreme cases, losing scholarship awards and college acceptance. Please read the entire Honor Pledge for detailed information.
Canvas
All GSST courses will have supporting materials posted on Canvas. Students will be automatically enrolled in the appropriate Canvas courses and should check their courses frequently—at least twice daily—for course-specific announcements, assignments, and submissions. GSST Canvas access Link.
Parent Access to Canvas:
Parents can view due dates, announcements, and other class content. To stay informed, you can use the "Canvas Parent" app.
Student Drop-Off & PIck-Up
Parking and Pick-Up Instructions for Parents & Guardians
Parents and guardians driving students to GSST must adhere to directional signage. Please enter the parking lot in front of the building and park in a "Visitor" space while your student exits the vehicle. Do not stop in the bus lane immediately in front of the building, and exercise caution when leaving the Visitor space.
For pick-up at the end of the session, follow the directional signage and park in available spaces within the parking lot until your student is in the car. Proceed to the exit as marked once your student is safely in the vehicle. Do not block buses entering the bus lane or disrupt the flow of traffic within the parking lot. During the first weeks of school, staff will be available to assist with directing traffic.
Forms for Student Drivers
Student drivers transporting non-family members must complete the appropriate forms (LINK to forms). Parents/guardians of both the driver and the rider must complete and submit the paper forms to Dr. Patterson.
Bus Transportation
Transportation to and from GSST
Busing is provided by your school district’s transportation department. For any questions regarding times, locations, or other details, please contact them directly.
Transportation phone numbers by district:
· Gloucester (804) 693-2127
· Hampton (757) 727-1079
· Isle of Wight (757) 357-8816 or 357-9926
· Newport News (757) 881-5052 or 868-3052
· Poquoson (757) 868-3052 or 868-7161
· Williamsburg/James City County (757) 565-0808
· York (757) 898-0344
Student Parking Permits
Student Parking Permits
A limited number of student parking permits will be available for purchase after the start of school at $35 each for the academic year.
Payment can be made online at https://nhrec.revtrak.net/. After making the payment, print the confirmation voucher and deliver it to our school office to receive your rearview mirror tag.
Students must follow directional signage and drive around the building in a counter-clockwise direction.
Please note that student parking spaces are those not marked with "Visitor," "E-number" (Employee spaces), or "OA" (Office staff and Administration spaces).
Cohesive Plan for Continuous Learning
Attendance and Continuous Learning
As a Regional Education Center, NHREC cannot accommodate dismissals for all home school holidays, early dismissals, and teacher workdays.
If a student is absent from school, the Plan will ensure continuous learning through either synchronous virtual instruction or asynchronous work assigned by the GSST instructor.
If a student is unable to attend GSST in person, the parent or guardian must contact the school. Students are expected to participate in either synchronous (Zoom) sessions or complete asynchronous assignments. Students who are unwell should inform their teacher and complete assignments as arranged once they have recovered sufficiently to do so.
