Frequently Asked Questions

What are the school hours? 

NIC's hours are 9:15-4:15. 

What is NIC's age requirement?

• The student is 14-17 years old.
• Has resided in the U.S. for less than one calendar year.
• The first language is one other than English.
• Has never attended school, has gaps in schooling, or has attended school but cannot produce documents (transcripts) that indicate their current level of education.
• ELPA21 Screener Score of 1s and 2s in more than 3 domains.  

If the student has met ALL of the above requirements, they will be placed in the grade according to credits obtained.

When can I enroll my child? 

NIC has daily enrollment between the hours of 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. 

Do I qualify for a bus? 

Yes, if the student lives 2.0 miles away from NIC, he or she qualifies for a bus. If not, the student may walk to school or the family must provide transportation to and from school. 

How long does it take before the bus transports my child to school?  

This varies. It can can between 1-5 days for bus transportation to start. 

What is the dress code? 

Students may wear jeans, khakis, navy blue or black pants or skirts. Skirts must be to the top of the knee or longer. Students can wear short or long-sleeved shirts. Clothing with holes, profanity, or references to drugs, crime, violence, or sex is not allowed. Hats are not allowed inside the building.