Focused on Learning

Message from Mr. Misenti

Dear Families,

Welcome to our 2011-12 school year!

Over the past four years, achievement in our high school has soared to levels never before attained. There are several reasons for this and these reasons are commonly found in successful high schools throughout the United States. A tremendously talented student body, a dedicated and professional teaching and support staff, and a community that effectively partners with our school are attributes that have supported a culture where students can develop beliefs and skills for lifelong learning and realize their fullest potential.

We also realize that improvement is a continuous process. All students must be prepared to take on the challenges of the 21st Century and meet the demands of a global community.To accomplish this, our staff must continue to focus on learning in a rigorous academic learning community that is safe and respectful. From such a focus, students must be able to:

1. demonstrate appropriate communication strategies by writing and speaking for a variety of purposes and audiences.
2. demonstrate appropriate reading and listening skills for a variety of purposes.
3. analyze and evaluate a variety of sources for reliability and credibility.
4. apply effective strategies for problem solving by gathering information, analyzing and interpreting data, thinking critically, and communicating solutions.
5. employ technology appropriately to facilitate learning, research, and communication.

With this in mind, we look forward to continuing our wonderful partnership with our
families and community so that together, we can assist our students as they navigate the challenges before them.

Best wishes for a wonderful school year. Please do not hesitate to contact any of our staff if we can assist you in any way.

Sincerely,

Rick Misenti, Principal

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