HILLSIDE NEW TECH HIGH SCHOOL

Hillside New Tech High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Durham Public Schools school district, located in Durham, NC with about 337 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 19 teachers, Hillside New Tech High has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Hillside New Tech High School, located on the historic campus of Hillside High School in Durham, North Carolina, is a specialized learning community that operates under the national New Tech Network model. The school distinguishes itself through a rigorous, project-based learning (PBL) curriculum that emphasizes the "ABC" pillars: Agency, Belonging, and Competence. Instead of traditional lecture-based instruction, students work collaboratively on interdisciplinary projects that mirror real-world professional environments, requiring them to utilize technology, critical thinking, and communication skills to solve complex problems.

The school’s pedagogical approach is designed to prepare students for the demands of the 21st-century workforce and post-secondary success. By integrating core subjects with career-readiness training, Hillside New Tech fosters a culture where students take ownership of their education, often presenting their work to community members and industry experts. As part of the Durham Public Schools district, the program provides an innovative, small-school environment that seeks to blend high academic expectations with a supportive, inclusive atmosphere, ensuring that every student is equipped with the skills needed to thrive in both college and their future careers.

For more information, contact Hillside New Tech High at (919) 560-9183 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.