High school students will soon have the option to test out of certain courses, perhaps accelerating their time spent in high school or enabling them to take more advanced classes. Beginning this school year, a student can choose to take an End of Course Test and, with a score of 90 percent or higher, not need to take the associated coursework. The matter has been brought before the Gainesville City Board of Education for consideration, and is expected to be presented to the Hall County Board of Education at the July 8 work session.