Welcome to the homepage for the Hanover Insurance Academy of the Arts at Burncoat High School!

Hanover Insurance Academy of the Arts for grades 7-12 is an advanced academic academy that is integrated in visual and media arts, dance, music, and theater. It is hosted at Burncoat Middle School for grades 7-8, and Burncoat High School for grades 9-12.

• Qualifying WPS students in grade 6 receive a letter of invitation to apply into Hanover Arts. Students qualify based on their STAR testing scores.

• Invited students can apply online through the Hanover Arts website.

• A randomized lottery is held to determine admission.

Students can apply in grade 6 (for grade 7), to join Hanover Arts at Burncoat Middle School.

Additionally, students can apply in grade 8 (for grade 9) to join Hanover Arts at Burncoat High School.

If you have questions about grade 7 admission, please contact Burncoat Middle School.

If you have questions about grade 9 admission, please contact Burncoat High School.

Burncoat High School offers its students a rigorous arts-infused curriculum. Academy students in grade 9 and 10 will experience a strong foundational educational experience. In grades 11 and 12 academy students will have more autonomy to make their own educational decisions including taking Advanced Placement and college dual enrollment. Please click here to view the proposed academic pathway for grades 9 and 10.

Burncoat High School is proud to offer its students with the following AP courses:

For over 30 years the visual and performing arts magnet at Burncoat High School has been providing its students with a high calibre arts education. The BHS Arts Magnet allows children from all backgrounds to expand their knowledge through the arts.

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