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Class of 2018

Transition to

High School

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Types of High Schools

Comprehensive (neighborhood) High Schools Connecticut Technical High Schools Magnet Schools Charter High School Private/Parochial schools Aces Educational Center for the Arts Open Choice

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Pathway to Promise What is it? A private scholarship awarded to someone who lives in New Haven and attends a

state 2-4 year college or university in Connecticut. What are the 5 requirements? Residency- Must be a New Haven resident and attend a New Haven public school or

approved public charter school in the City of New Haven. Civic Behavior - Have a positive disciplinary record. Community Service- Complete the community service requirement of 40 hrs.

throughout high school (grades 9-12) 10 hrs./yr. Attendance – Attend school 90% or better during high school Grades -Receive a cumulative 3.0 GPA or better upon graduation from high school.

Maintain a 2.5 GPA during the years enrolled in College.   Due November 30th of your Freshmen Year Where? Counselor’s office Online @ www.newhavenpromise.org New Haven Promise office 203-776-6473

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Comprehensive High Schools

Your Neighborhood School Wilbur Cross High School and James Hillhouse

You do not have to apply!

A variety of different academic programs Various extracurricular activities Many Sports Programs

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Wilbur Cross High School

Freshman Academy International Academy Comprehensive course selection Block Schedule Over 20 AP Classes Theatre Productions Business and Technology Classes CTE Track Classes Auto – Woodshop Print Shop

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James Hillhouse School

Organization of the School (e.g., theme, majors, houses) FACT- Freshman Academy (first year students only) HELP- Humanities, Education, Law/Government and Public Service.

(11th/12th) STEM- Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. (11th/12th) AP and Honors courses JROTC Block Scheduling Over 35 extra curricular activities 12 Sports

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Connecticut Technical Schools

**APPLICATIONS: In Counselors Office

Trades:

1. Automotive Technology

2. Carpentry

3. Computer Aided Drafting and Design

4. Culinary Arts

5. Electrical

6. Graphics Technology

7. Hairdressing and Barbering

8. Health Technology

9. Manufacturing Technology

10. Marketing, Management & Entrepreneurship

11. Plumbing and Heating

Eli Whitney71 Jones Rd. Hamden, CT

Platt Tech600 Orange Ave. Milford, CT

Trades:1. Architectural Technologies2. Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing3. Automotive Technology4. Carpentry5. Computer Aided Drafting and Design6. Culinary Arts7. Electrical8. Electronics Technology9. Electromechanical10. Hairdressing and Barbering11. Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning12. Information Systems Technology13. Manufacturing Technology14. Plumbing and Heating

Ensures mastery of trade/technology skills, and prepares students for post-secondary education and immediate productive employment in our changing global workforce trough business/school partnerships.

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Magnet High SchoolsMagnet schools have a themed focus of study and most are open to inter-district

students. All students must apply and are placed through a lottery system.

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Cooperative Arts and Humanities177 College St. New Haven, CT 06510

Curriculum Focus: Creative and Performing Arts Independent study opportunities at area colleges Has partnerships with area theaters and galleries College, Honors and Advanced Placement courses State of the art performance spaces and studios ¼ of each day devoted to students’ chosen arts

discipline Choose one specialization:

Creative Writing Dance Theatre Visual Arts Band Vocal Music

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High School in the Community Academy for Law & Social Justice175 Water St. New Haven, CT 06511

Curriculum Focus: Students engage in authentic exploration of law, justice, and equity as it applies to their lives, communities, and the world at large.

Teacher-run school focused on individual student needs Eagle Time: extended hours support student learning Community service and internships in law and social justice Cutting edge technology- iPads for students Independent study and college courses are available Is a HOT (Higher Order Thinking) School

Program that integrates the arts across all academic disciplines

Students develop 21st Century Competencies Portfolio

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Hill Regional Career HS

140 Legion Ave. New Haven, CT 06519

Curriculum Focus: Students major in Health/Science or Business/Technology (Academy of Finance or the Academy of Information Technology)

Block Schedule resembles college- 86 min. class periods Offers career internships and Independent Study/Seminar

Program at area colleges College-prep, Honors and Advanced Placement courses

offered in every course Certification Programs: Certified Nurse’s Aide, EMT, MRT Specialized Courses: Forensic Science, Anatomy Teaching

Program, Web Design, Business & Sports management, Entrepreneurship, Multimedia Productions

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Hyde School of Health Science and Sports Medicine

88 Bassett Road North Haven, CT 06473

Curriculum Focus: Health Sciences and Sports Medicine Values high academic achievement and character

development- courage, integrity, leadership, humility, and support.

Teaches students to be responsible for own actions Five part curriculum:

College prep academics Competitive athletics Performing arts Community service Leadership training.

Offers AP courses, community service, and independent study opportunities at area colleges Fitness & Nutrition program Project Lead the Way- Biomedical Sciences (BMS)

Program

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Metropolitan Business Academy115 Water St. New Haven, CT 06511

Curriculum Focus: A full college preparatory program in which students study in one of four academic pathways that incorporate 21st Century Skills: Academy of Allied Health and Science Academy of Digital Media and Technology Academy of Finance Academy of Law and Political Science

Cutting edge business curriculum and state of the art technology AP and Honors courses Business casual dress code 85 minute Block Schedule similar to college Professional Internship & community service are required Free college courses for college credit and Independent Study

opportunities Values innovation, integrity, and involvement

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New Haven Academy444 Orange St.

New Haven, CT 06511

Curriculum Focus: Rigorous academic program of math, science, history, literature, and Spanish language study that emphasizes hands-on learning and critical thinking; incorporates college preparation, career exploration, and Facing History & Ourselves

A college bound program with college exploration and college classes for 9-12th graders at Gateway and dual enrollment program at Quinnipiac (11th & 12th graders)

Job shadow days and extended internships in 10th-12 grades Project-Based Leaning: students complete independent projects in

core classes and present their work A written “Life Plan” presented to a panel- graduation requirement 10 hours of Community Service per year required Social Action Project: an independently designed and executed

project that helps solve a social issue or community problem All students have academic advisors

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RIVERSIDE EDUCATION ACADEMY

560 Ella Grasso Blvd. New Haven, CT 06519

Curriculum Focus: Offers students highly individualized programs of instruction designed to support them at their appropriate academic and social levels

Students are interviewed before being admitted and must sign a behavioral contract agreeing to meet school’s standards of behavior

90% of graduates go on to college or trade schools Offers flexible school hours that support students’

complex schedules Small and structured environment that creates family-like

atmosphere for students and staff

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Engineering & Science University Magnet School 130B Leeder Hill Hamden, CT 06517

Curriculum Focus: Science, Technology,

Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) College Preparatory middle and high school that challenges

students to imagine, investigate and invent while preparing them for demanding STEM programs at the college level

Access to University of New Haven classes, clubs and faculty Newly constructed facility to be completed on the UNH campus with

state-of-the-art science, engineering, and computer labs AP and college credit courses offered

Early college courses offered beginning in 10th grade

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Common Ground Charter358 Springside Ave. New Haven, CT 06515

Curriculum Focus- Environmental science and leadership Emphasizes environmental understanding, active

authentic learning and college preparation Offers college prep., AP courses, and Environmental

Honors Program Opportunity to participate in paid internships Opportunities to take on-line and college courses State of the art science and art classrooms and uses

3 laboratories for learning Individualized instruction and Advisory 2x/week

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Magnet Schools Magnet applications will available Monday,

February 3. All students will be able to complete applications on-

line: www.NewHavenMagnetSchools.com These applications are due Friday March 14, 2014.

The process is not first come first serve. It is a lottery.

Lottery takes place Wednesday April 9, 2014. List four different choices in order of your

preference. You are not required to make more than one choice.

Sibling Preference- sibling must reside in the same household.

You could be put on a waiting list – up until the end of October.

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Magnet Fairs

New Haven City-Wide Magnet Fair – Wednesday, February 5, 2014 from 6:00-8:00p.m. @ Floyd Little Athletics Center480 Sherman Parkway

Interdistrict Magnet Fair –Saturday, February 8, 2014 from 12:00-2:00 p.m.@ Hill Regional Career High School140 Legion Avenue

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Sound School60 South Water Street, New Haven, CT 06519

Curriculum Focus: College preparatory vocational agricultural high school that focuses on the study of aquaculture and marine trades. Students choose a concentration: Aquaculture Science Aquaculture Technology Agriculture

Courses at Yale, Gateway, SCSU NOT SELECTED BY LOTTERY Applications in counselors office. MUST HAVE AN INTEREST IN MARINE AND/OR

AGRICULTURE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Check out their website: www.soundschool.com

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OPEN CHOICE

When New Haven residents can attend public schools in a different town

Application in counselors office, available in the Spring

Must be enrolled in a New Haven School ACES open Choice (203) 498-6891

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Educational Center for the Arts (ECA)

Afternoon arts program. Honors level curriculum in the arts under the

tutelage of practicing professional artists. Academics taken at another school You will be called to audition after you apply. Recommendations from your art teacher in the

discipline you are applying to and School Counselor.

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Private/Parochial Schools

Parent or student needs to obtain the application.

Shadowing is set up by parents with the school. Be aware of testing dates and financial aid

deadlines. Attend the open house Teachers and counselors must have 10 days to

process recommendations and record releases

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Some things to think about! Most schools will let students shadow for the day. Parents

must call the school of interest to set up a shadow day. It will be an excused absence.

At least two open houses will be scheduled for each school- Go visit the school!

Attend the High School Fair- Choose your top 3 schools to target

Talk to the principal and teachers - Ask questions!

Find out what school fits you best.

Does that school have what I’m interested in? Do I feel comfortable? Will it prepare me for college and beyond?

Take the most challenging courses!

Get involved in extracurricular activities!

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Questions?? and Concerns

YOU CAN DO IT !