Hanover plans Atlee High School IB center, adds certificate pathways and advanced-studies seminar

Aug 11, 2026

Board heard a proposal to consolidate IB diploma cohorts into an Atlee High School center (opening 2028–29), introduce certificate pathways and an advanced studies seminar to expand access and preserve IB course quality.

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Hanover County Schools presented a multi-year plan to "rightsize" the International Baccalaureate program by concentrating diploma cohorts and expanding access to IB coursework through a certificate-pathway option and a proposed Advanced Studies Seminar. Staff said Atlee High School has been identified as the proposed IB center because of transportation ties and an established diploma program.

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