LEWIS
S. MILLS STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
The mission of Lewis S. Mills
High School is to develop responsible, confident citizens who are
prepared to function in and contribute to our ever-changing society.
Through cooperative efforts of students, staff, parents, and
community members, all students are given the opportunity to
maximize their growth within a supportive environment. While
stimulating intellectual curiosity, the staff will engage students
in tasks that encourage creativity, initiative, and problem solving.
Students will acquire a common core of skills, knowledge, and ethics
that will lead to an appreciation for learning as a life-long
process. By maintaining high standards, the staff will actively
promote the students’ attainment of excellence.
STUDENT EXPECTATIONS
Students will develop and
demonstrate:
- Ethical standards of behavior
- Respect for all individuals
- Critical and creative thinking and problem
solving skills
- Skills needed to communicate: read, write, speak,
and listen effectively
- Skills requisite for productive research
- Awareness of technological sources and the
ability to use, analyze, and evaluate current technology
effectively
- Skills necessary to fulfill their academic
potential as life-long learners
- Competence in mathematical communication,
reasoning, applications, and computational skills
- Application of scientific methodology in problem
solving
- Knowledge of and appreciation for various
cultures
- Knowledge of processes and an awareness of rules
and responsibilities of citizens in a democratic society
- Growth through active participation in developing
short and long term personal, academic, and career goals
- Personal health habits, including regular
physical exercise, that promotes physical and emotional growth
- Understanding of the issues that affect the
quality of life on our planet
SCHOOL EXPECTATIONS
Lewis S. Mills High School
will:
- Ensure that high academic standards are
maintained for all students
- Provide a safe environment conducive to learning
- Promote and demonstrate respect for individuals
- Promote ethical behavior by providing and
supporting guidelines for effective and consistent discipline
- Foster effective communication and involvement
among staff, students, parents, and community
- Provide a well qualified and supportive faculty
and staff committed to ongoing professional development
- Provide appropriate personnel and programs for
student support services
- Evaluate programs and make appropriate changes
based on the current and future needs of our students
- Encourage opportunities for interdisciplinary
learning experiences
- Provide up-to-date learning materials
- Provide students with a varied program of
co-curricular activities
- Provide opportunities for all students to pursue
the visual and performing arts
- Prepare students for participation within a
larger civic community
- Recognize and publicize achievements of all
members of the school community
- Provide the opportunity for members of the school
community to have input in the decision-making process
- Commit to a periodic review of our progress
regarding these expectations
PROHIBITION OF SEX
DISCRIMINATION
The Region #10 Board of
Education, to assure compliance with federal and state laws and
regulations, will not discriminate on the basis of race, creed,
color, religion, age, sex, national origin or handicap.
REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION
Students must accumulate 20 units (Class of 2004, 21 units; Class of
2005 and beyond, 22 units) including units in the following areas:
- English 4 units
- Mathematics 3 units
- Science 2 units (Class of 2004 and
beyond, 3 units
- Social Studies 3 units (including U.S.
History)
- Physical Education 1 unit (unless excused
by physician)*
- Health .25 unit
- Arts/Vocational Education 1 unit in
either
Classes of 2003 and beyond are to register for six (6) courses plus
Physical Education for each semester. Class of 2002 is to register
for a minimum of 5 1/2 credits plus Physical Education for the year.
- Students who graduate in 3 or 3 1/2 years in
accordance with Board policy must pass 3 or 3 1/2 years of
Physical Education.
EARLY GRADUATION
According to Board policy, students may graduate after three years
or in January of their fourth year provided they have met all
graduation requirements, have maintained a "B" average, and have the
approval of the high school principal. A student who plans to
graduate early must submit a completed application to his/her
guidance counselor before the beginning of second semester of junior
year.
ADMISSION TO COLLEGE Schools vary in the high school
subjects required for admission. Since there are many kinds of
post-high school training, the following list of requirements should
serve as a guideline. Students and their parents are urged to
consult their counselor so that the proper courses will be selected.
By planning early, all individuals will be sure that they have
completed all necessary requirements for the schools they want to
attend.
MINIMUM GUIDELINES FOR FUTURE SCHOOLING
1. Four-year colleges
English 4 years
Mathematics 3 years (Algebra, Geometry, Advanced Algebra)
Science 3 years, with at least one laboratory science
Language 2 years minimum of one language at
the high school level;
3 to 4 years of one language at
the high school level is
desirable
Social Studies 3 years
A
student planning to go to college after high school should consult
the catalogs of the colleges under consideration for specific
requirements.
2. Engineering colleges
English 4 years
Mathematics 4 years (Algebra, Geometry, Advanced
Algebra, and
FST (Functions, Statistics,
and Trigonometry)
Science Physics and Chemistry
Social Studies 3 years
3. Two-year technical colleges
English 4 years
Mathematics 3 years (Algebra and/or Geometry);
Advanced Algebra
is recommended
Science Physics
Social Studies 3 years
4. Nursing schools - four-year programs
English 4 years
Mathematics 3 years (Algebra, geometry, Advanced Algebra)
Science Biology and Chemistry; The
University of Connecticut
also recommends Physics
Social Studies 3 years
5. Two-year colleges - terminal and transfer programs
Terminal programs include child development, secretarial
science, dental hygiene, medical technology, merchandising and
retailing, recreation leadership, forestry, fine arts, business
administration, accounting, etc. Requirements for these programs
depend on the individual college's policies.
Transfer programs are also available at these colleges
and cover such areas as art, business administration, liberal arts,
etc.
6. Art schools
Usually students are required to submit a portfolio of original art
work.
CLASS LEVEL PLACEMENT Students should select their
courses with attention to their goals and aspirations, previous
preparation, achievement level to date, standardized testing data,
and motivation. Teachers will make recommendations on courses and
leveling based on their work with the student. If a student wishes
to register for a course not recommended by his/her teacher, the
student and parent need to complete a waiver form that can be
obtained in the Guidance Department.
Level AP:
The Advanced Placement program is a cooperative educational endeavor
between secondary schools and colleges and universities. It gives
high school students exposure to college level material. AP level
courses follow the guidelines as put forth by the College Board. In
addition to the requirements determined by the high school, the
student is required to take the AP exam.
Level 1: Level 1 courses are intellectually challenging
and require a high degree of motivation and commitment on behalf of
the student. Level 1 courses demand extensive reading, homework,
and independent work. These courses will provide excellent
preparation for college and university study.
Level 2: Level 2 courses are rigorous and designed to
challenge students intellectually as well as to help them develop
skill sets. These courses include challenging reading assignments,
homework, and a variety of projects. These courses will prepare
students for university study as well as provide initial preparation
for business and technical careers.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES Students who wish to enroll
in Advanced Placement courses must sign an agreement committing to
the rigorous expectations and requirements of college level study. A
parent’s signature is also required on this agreement. Students who
register for these courses must take the Advanced Placement exam in
May. Testing fees must be submitted to the guidance office by
October preceding the exam.
PROCEDURE FOR COURSE
REGISTRATION
All
students will receive the Program of Studies booklet plus
other necessary registration materials (registration form, course
work sheet). Students should review booklet contents before
completion of their registration forms. Current teachers will
review future course offerings in their respective disciplines.
Students are encouraged to consult with teachers, counselors,
department coordinators, and parents in planning their program.
Completed registration forms must be signed by both the student and
parents and returned to the Guidance Department by the posted
deadline. Since the proper selection of courses is significant, all
parents must sign and approve the course selection forms. All
course selections are considered final after July 4. After this
time, course changes will be difficult to make and will be made only
when a course failure or school error has occurred. Students who
wish to make a subject change for any other reason must get their
parent's written permission and the approval of the high school
principal.
COURSE CANCELLATION A course may be cancelled or
enrollment may be restricted due to: insufficient enrollment,
limited facilities, staffing considerations, and/or budget
reduction.
HONOR ROLL Students with excellent academic records are
placed on the honor roll. This list is computed for grades in the
first, second, third, and fourth marking periods. To be placed on
the honor roll, a student must have attained the quality points in
the chart below with no C-, D, F, or I (Incomplete) grades. In
order to determine eligibility for the honor roll, the quality point
average for each student is calculated by multiplying the quality
points of each grade by the number of units, summing this product
over all courses, and dividing the result by the total number of
units. Each student's computer report card average is also figured
by using the chart below.
Quality Point Average
High Honors - 10 average
Honors - 8 average
Honorable Mention - 7 average
Quality Points for Honor
Roll
·
A+ = 12
·
A = 11
·
A- = 10
·
B+ = 9
·
B = 8
·
B- = 7
·
C+ = 6
·
C = 5
·
C- = 4
·
D+ = 3
·
D = 2
·
D- = 1
Parents having questions
regarding calculations should call the Guidance Department.
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