Course Scheduling Overview and Events

February 11, 2026

We have successfully completed the first round of student course request verifications, which ended on January 30. Our counseling team is currently processing the returned course request forms in Infinite Campus, which will help shape our master schedule for the 2026–2027 school year.

As we move forward, we are entering the final step in the course selection process.

Final Course Request Verification

• Distribution Date: February 18, 2026
  • Students will receive a Final Course Request Verification Form during their B2 period, listing their academic courses and top-choice electives for the upcoming school year. This is their last opportunity to request necessary changes.
  • NO requested elective changes or leveling up will happen after February 20^th, 2026.
     
• Deadline for Forms and Applications: February 20, 2026
  • Students will only return their Final Course Request Verification Form to Bridge West if they have any inaccuracies with their courses listed on the form.  The return of the form must have parent and student signatures and any inaccuracies noted from the First Course Request Verification.
  • Additionally, all online forms and applications for programs such as work-based learning, online classes and Exceptional Mentorship roles must be submitted by this deadline.
  • No additional online classes will be added after February 20 for both the fall and spring semesters of the 2026–2027 academic year.
  • No elective changes or leveling up will happen for the 26-27 school year after February 20, 2026.  We will only honor leveling down requests if the student's schedule and master calendar allow for it. There are no guarantees.
  • Dual Enrollment contracts must be turned in by their designated contract deadline.

Key Considerations for Course Requests

• Course Commitment: Course selections are final and binding for the entire duration of the course (year-long or semester-long).
  • Schedule changes will not be granted for reasons such as dissatisfaction with the course, preferred lunch periods, changes in personal preference, or requests for specific teachers or class periods.
  •  NO requested elective changes or leveling up will happen after February 20^th, 2026.
     
• Online and Dual Enrollment Courses:
  • No additional dual enrollment and online classes will be added after February 20 for both the fall and spring semesters of the 2026–2027 academic year.
  • These courses must be taken off-campus—on-campus participation is not allowed.

• Dual Enrollment Facilitation: The counseling office will oversee all Dual Enrollment courses.

Thank you for your attention to these important deadlines. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to our counseling team.

 

Please use the 2026-2027 Academic Handbook to select your classes for next school year. View the guide at the link below. Students and parents are responsible for researching the course selections that interest you.

2026-2027 Academic Curriculum Guide

Elective Fair

January 8, 2026, 5:30-7:00 pm at Cambridge High School. 
Discover the wide range of exciting elective courses available at Cambridge High School! Whether you're a current student or a rising 9th grader, this is your chance to explore the diverse academic and creative opportunities at CHS.

Students and their families will be able to meet our elective teachers, ask questions, and learn how each course can support their interests, goals, and future plans. This event is designed to help students and families make informed decisions during the course verification process.

Teacher Recommendation Phase

January 26 - January 28, 2026
Teachers begin academic placement of students. All course recommendations entered by teachers will be based on semester 1 grades AND prerequisite criteria. Please read the online Academic Handbook to gain an understanding of which courses are most appropriate. Students can also speak with their teachers about academic placements for the 2026–2027 school year. This is the time to ask questions and choose classes.

Note: Rising 9th grade recommendations will occur at the middle school during the same timeframe.

Dual Enrollment Night

January 29, 2026, 6:00 pm (Virtual)
Students interested in taking a Dual Enrollment (DE) course are required to attend with their parent or guardian.
Virtual Meeting Details

First Course Verification

1st Verification January 30 - February 4, 2026
Students will be given their First Course Request Verification Form which includes their proposed teacher recommendations for the 2026-27 school year. On this form, students will also rank 6 elective choices.

If there are any teacher recommendation issues, the students will utilize the First Course Request Verification Form to detail course request corrections. Counselors will make changes as needed. All students must return this verification form to Bridge West by 4pm on February 4.

Note: Rising 9^th grade First Course Request Verification will be January 30-Febraury 6.

Counselor Clean Up

February 3 - February 16, 2026
Counselors will enter courses in Infinite Campus and clean up proposed student classes.

 Rising 9^th and New Student Tours

February 4, 2026, from 9:00 am – 11:00 am
We’re excited to welcome future Cambridge Bears to our campus! Students from Hopewell and Northwestern Middle Schools will tour Cambridge High School through their school’s coordinated visit.

If you're a new student or a rising 9th grader not currently attending HMS or NMS, we’d love to meet you too! Please contact Cambridge High School to let us know you're interested in attending and we’ll arrange this with you.

Final Course Verification

February 18 – 20, 2026
Students will receive their Final Course Request Verification form during B2. This is the second and final verification phase. If there are any issues, students will submit the changes on the Final Course Request Verification Form and submit the form to Bridge West by 4pm on February 20^th.  If there are no changes to be made, students do NOT need to submit their Final Course Request Verification form. Counselors will make changes as needed. This is the FINAL opportunity to adjust all classes including electives. Now is also the FINAL time to speak with current teachers and counselors regarding scheduling concerns. NO requested elective changes or leveling up will happen after February 20^th, 2026.

Note: WBL, Online Contract, Peer Leadership, and Exceptional Mentorship Applications and Forms are due February 20, 2026, Bridge West by 4:00 pm.  All forms may be found on our school website.  All online classes must be taken off campus. No additional online classes will be added after February 20 for both the fall and spring semesters of the 2026–2027 academic year.

Senior Reduction

Starting Fall 2026, all Cambridge seniors will take a full course load. Therefore, senior reduction will not be offered for the 26-27 school year.  This change is a district mandate which ensures students are better prepared for college and careers, expands access to AP, dual enrollment, and high-interest skill based elective options, and strengthens funding for teaching and student services.  

Dual Enrollment

March 27, 2026, is the document deadline for dual enrollment. By this date, the following documents should be completed: the collegiate application, Ga Futures DE application, the Fulton Schools dual enrollment contract, test score requests and transcript requests. Late submissions will not be accepted. All DE classes must be taken off campus. No additional DE classes will be added after the established deadlines for both the fall and spring semesters of the 2026–2027 academic year.

NO SCHEDULE CHANGES WILL BE MADE AFTER February 20, 2026

Students will not be able to select electives for the 2026-2027 school year if they fail to submit a verification form or if you return an incomplete form. Your electives will be chosen for the student. No requested elective changes will be made after February 20, 2026.

*Students enrolling over the summer do not abide by this timeline.