Dr. Tiffany Jacobson, Principal

204 students in Kindergarten & Pre-K

Half-day morning and afternoon kindergarten classes; lottery and fee-based Wrap program

Kindergarten entrance cut off date: October 1 - age 5

The kindergarten curriculum is broad and rich and introduces children to a wide range of concepts and skills while helping them gain insight into the world. It is organized into three major instructional strands:  Language Arts/Social Studies, Mathematics/Science, Art/Music/Movement and Health.

PRINCIPALS:

• Franklin - Dr. Paul Duncan, Principal

  • Mrs. Kristina Morano, Assistant Principal

• Jefferson - Dr. Susie Hung

• McKinley - Mrs. Mary McCabe

• Tamaques - Mr. David Duelks

• Washington - Dr. Andrew Perry

• Wilson - Ms. Crystal Marsh

2,642 students in Grades 1-5

Entrance cut off date: October 1 - age 6

ELEMENTARY PROGRAMS

• Special Education programs

• ACHIEVE/Basic Skills Improvement/Title I

• Gifted program

• Library/Media Centers - Internet access

• Intervention & Referral Services

• English-as-a-Second Language

• Instrumental Music Lessons, Grades 4 & 5

• Band & String Ensemble, Grades 4 & 5

• Chorus, Grade 5

• Internet access in classrooms

ELEMENTARY CURRICULUM

• Language Arts

• Mathematics

• Science

• Social Studies

• Spanish, Grades 3, 4 & 5

• Art

• Health

• Music

• Handwriting

• Physical Education and Safety

• Library/Information Skills

• Computer applications within the curriculum

SPECIALISTS AVAILABLE

• Adaptive Physical Education

• School Nurses

• Learning/Disability Consultants

• Speech/Language Therapists

• Specialists for the Auditorily Impaired

• Occupational Therapist

• Social Workers

• School Psychologists

• School Counselors

• Physical Therapists

REPORTING SYSTEM

• Standards-Based Grading and Reports Cards; interim reports; annual parent-teacher conferences

Grades 6 - 8

EDISON - 776 students

Edison Principal:  Mrs. LaNova Schall

Edison Assistant Principal:  Ms. Jacqueline Spring

ROOSEVELT - 668 students

Roosevelt Principal:  Mr. Brian Gechtman

Roosevelt Assistant Principal:  Mr. Keith Brunson

The middle-level program provides a rigorous academic curriculum that is developmentally responsive to the social, emotional and behavioral needs of the adolescent.

INTERMEDIATE PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

• Team teaching in grades 6, 7, and 8 in five core academic areas

• A cycle program of Fine and Practical Arts for grades 6 and 7 and an extensive elective program for grade 8

• Three full years of either French or Spanish

• Guidance Counselors in each grade

• Student leadership opportunities, including an active Student Council and Peer Leadership

• Extensive club and activity programs

INTERMEDIATE CURRICULUM

• Language Arts

• Mathematics

• Social Studies

• Science

• Technology infused in math, science, geography and language arts

• French & Spanish, beginning in grade 6

• Physical Education and Safety

• Health

• Fine and Performing Arts (instrumental and vocal music, humanities-related & visual arts)

• Computer Education

• Resource-based Media Center

• Electives for grade 8 include journalism, drama, computers, robotics, vocal music, instrumental music, orchestra, small engines, graphics, woods, and art

SPECIAL PROGRAMS/FACILITIES

• Computer Centers

• Reading and Language Centers

• Special Education Resource Centers

• Basic Skills program

• Adaptive Physical Education

• Speech/Language Therapist

• Occupational Therapist

• Physical Therapist

• Departmentalized Special Education Classes

• English-as-a-Second Language

• Libraries/Media Centers

• Gifted Program

OTHER SERVICES

• Peer Counseling

• Child Study Teams

• Guidance Services

• Intervention & Referral Services

• Hot and cold lunches available in school cafeterias.

REPORTING SYSTEM
Progress reports with letter grades; interim reports as needed; and parent/teacher conferences as requested.

Principal - Mrs. Mary Asfendis

Assistant Principals:  Mr. James DeSarno, Ms. Mabel Huynh, Mr. Warren Hynes

1,778 students in Grades 9-12

Graduation requirements: 120 credits

More than 80 co-curricular activities are offered, in addition to 30 sports programs in the athletic department.

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80% of students participate in co-curricular activities, including community service clubs.

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The student-run newspaper is one of the few weekly school newspapers in the country, receiving national ranking

for more than 30 years.

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Students produce a yearbook, an award winning quarterly magazine, an annual literary magazine and original

theatre scripts.

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Students compete in academic contests in science, STEM, mathematics, world languages, speech and social

studies.

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High quality vocal and instrumental programs have enabled students to participate in all-state choirs, orchestras

and international competitions.

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Major theatrical productions have received awards in statewide competitions.

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Active Student Council representatives and class officers regularly meet with administration to discuss school

climate and activities.

19 Advanced Placement courses offered.

2023-2024 SCHOOL PROFILE

98% graduation rate

94 % attending 4-year colleges/universities

Class of 2023 National Merit Program

• 1 National Merit Semifinalists

• 11 National Merit Commended Scholars

HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAMS

• More than 170 courses offered in college preparatory, business, fine arts, drama, music and practical arts programs.

• Project '79, an alternative program for students not achieving to their full potential

• Special Education Resource Centers

• World Languages: French, Latin, Spanish, Italian & Mandarin Chinese

• English-as-a-Second Language

SPECIAL PROGRAMS/FACILITIES

• Computer Centers

• Reading and Language Centers

• Basic Skills Program

• Special Education Resource Centers

• Departmentalized Special Education Classes

• English-as-a-Second Language

• Libraries/Media Centers (including college and career information)

• TV Studio in High School (cablecasting over Channel 36)

OTHER SERVICES

• Student Assistance Counselor

• Peer Counseling

• Child Study Teams

• Guidance Services

• Adaptive Physical Education

• Speech/Language Therapist

• Occupational Therapist

• Physical Therapist

• Intervention & Referral Services

• Hot and cold lunches available in school cafeterias.

REPORTING SYSTEM
Progress reports with letter grades; interim reports as needed; and parent/teacher conferences as requested.