Research Triangle High SchoolStudent Guide

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Student guide · School Year 2026-2027

The semester, explained for Research Triangle High School

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
School Year 2026-2027
Campus terms
11
Local details
6

Academic calendar

School Year 2026-2027 runs Sep 1, 2026 – Jun 30, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

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Campus language

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11 terms

F

Flipped
Refers to the school's 'Flipped Classroom' model where students watch lectures at home and do 'homework' in class.
FRC
FIRST Robotics Competition, specifically referring to the school's award-winning Team 4828, the Roboraidors.

H

HOSA
Future Health Professionals, a student organization for those interested in healthcare careers.

N

NHS
National Honor Society, the school's chapter for high-achieving students focused on service.

O

Off-campus
A privilege reserved for seniors allowing them to leave the building for lunch.

R

Raptors
The official mascot and collective name for the student body and athletic teams.

S

Seminar
A dedicated daily block of time used for tutoring, club meetings, or independent study.
STUCO
Student Council, the student-led government body responsible for school events and advocacy.

T

The Commons
The central open area of the school where students gather for lunch and social activities.
The Hub
A nearby development in Research Triangle Park (Boxyard RTP) where students often go for food if they have off-campus privileges.
TSA
Technology Student Association, a club focused on STEM competitions and leadership.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

6 details
Canvas
The Learning Management System (LMS) used for all course materials, assignments, and daily communication.
Carpool
The specific, highly regulated traffic pattern for student drop-off and pick-up at the 100 Park Offices Drive location.
GoTriangle
The regional public bus system that many students use to commute to the RTP campus.
PowerSchool
The official state portal used for tracking grades, attendance, and transcripts.
The Commons
The large, multi-purpose central hall used for assemblies, lunch, and collaborative work.
The Lab
General term for the specialized science and technology classrooms equipped for hands-on experiments.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
School Year 2026-2027 runs Sep 1, 2026 – Jun 30, 2027.
How much campus context is included?
11 approved campus terms and 6 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Durham for Research Triangle High School Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Durham.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,768

Cost of Living Index

104

Student Population

50,000

City Transportation

Walkability

93

Bikeability

55

Public Transit

GoDurham bus system, GoTriangle regional bus service

Nearest Airports

Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

61°F

Avg Snowfall

3.7 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Main Campus Lot

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Campus News

Latest updates from Research Triangle High School

RTHS Ranked Among Top High Schools by U.S. News & World Report

Research Triangle High School was recognized as one of the 2026–2027 Best High Schools, ranking #3 in the Durham Metro Area and #20 among all North Carolina high schools.

Aug 25, 2026

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Niche.com Names RTHS #2 Best Charter High School in North Carolina

In its 2026 rankings, Niche.com recognized RTHS as the #2 Best Charter High School and #2 for Best Public High School Teachers in North Carolina.

Aug 19, 2026

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2026-2027 Lottery Results Released

Lottery results for the 2026-2027 academic year have been posted. Applications have reopened for the waitlist as the school does not accept mid-year transfers.

Aug 1, 2026

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Research Triangle High School

Testing Days (Digital Learning Days)

September 3, 2026

Research Triangle High School (Remote for non-testing students)

Scheduled testing days; students not involved in testing participate in Digital Learning Days from home.

Labor Day Holiday

September 7, 2026

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School holiday for staff and students in observance of Labor Day.

Early Release Day

September 16, 2026

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Students are dismissed early according to the school's alternate bell schedule.

Teacher Workday

September 21, 2026

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No school for students; professional development and planning day for faculty.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

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