School Choice
Taunton Public Schools is pleased to welcome students through the state's School Choice program. School Choice allows parents to send their children to schools in communities other than the city or town in which they reside.
Why Choose Taunton Public Schools?
Challenging Academics
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Competitive Athletics
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Artistic Opportunities
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| Students at all grade levels have opportunities to excel in the Taunton Public Schools. At THS, our rigorous college preparatory curriculum includes four foreign languages and 18 Advanced Placement (AP) courses. THS students can even dual enroll at Bristol Community College, earning college credits before they graduate! |
At Taunton's middle schools, students can participate in our interscholastic Cross Country, Basketball, and Soccer teams, as well as several intramural sports. At THS, our athletic teams are part of the prestigious Hockomock League. Recent THS facilities upgrades include a new football stadium, tennis courts, and turf baseball field.
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Taunton elementary and middle schoolers express themselves through engaging classes in Art, Music, Chorus, and Band. High school students may enroll in a variety of visual and performing arts courses including Photography, Guitar, and Harmony & Theory. Among our after-school programs are Jazz Band, Drama Club, and Poetry Club. |
Career Readiness
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College Preparation
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Summer Learning
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| THS's outstanding Career Technical Education (CTE) program includes courses in Computer Aided Design (CAD), Culinary Arts, Early Education & Care, Radio & TV Broadcasting, and much more. Students who complete THS CTE classes can even attain certain professional certifications by the time they graduate high school. |
We help students envision, and prepare for, college success! THS offers the SAT free of charge to all students. Our Naviance software system allows students to explore career interests and track their college planning progress. Regular family workshops provide guidance throughout the complex college application and financial aid process.
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Learning continues all summer long at the Taunton Public Schools! Free summer enrichment programs include the Enlightenment Project, the Summer Theater Workshop, Tiger Strength & Conditioning Camp, and Summer College Bootcamp, which gives rising seniors the chance to get a head start on their college applications and essays. |
Taunton...This Is Us!
Did you know? Taunton was recently rated one of the safest cities in the state! Read more here:
"Taunton Rated Among Safest Cities in Massachusetts," Taunton Daily Gazette, April 18, 2019
"Taunton Rated Among Safest Cities in Massachusetts," Taunton Daily Gazette, April 18, 2019
Learn more about the opportunities available to Taunton Public Schools students by visiting our Social Media page!
Interested in enrolling your child in the Taunton Public Schools? Please click below for our School Choice Application or contact Ms. Stephanie Hoye, Director of Student Services and Transportation, at 508.821.1180 or [email protected].