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NEXT STOP:
HIGH SCHOOL
Your BPS guide to making
your next school choice
2013 - 2014
Check out what makes each school special
View class sizes and MCAS data
Learn about any special application details
Find the one that’s just right for you!
Next Stop: High School
2013-2014
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www.bostonpublicschools.org
Table of Contents
Glossary of Terms………………………………….…………………………………………………...…………...........3
School Profile Data……………………………………………………………………...…………………..…..……….4
District High Schools & Special Admissions Schools……………………………………………………….……….5
School Selection Checklist … …………………………………………………………………...……....……….……6
Sample School Registration Form……………..……………………………………………………………….....…..7
Sample Boston Public School Selection Form ……………………………………………….……………….....….8
School Profiles …………………………….………………………………………………………………..….…...........9
BPS Registration & School Choice Resources
East Zone Family Resource Center
1216 Dorchester Ave, Dorchester
(617) 635-8015
West Zone Family Resource Center
515 Hyde Park Ave, Roslindale
(617) 635-8040
North Zone Family Resource Center
75 Malcolm X Boulevard
(617) 635-9010
Office of Welcome Services
26 Court Street, Boston
(617) 635-6751
Addional Questions?
Visit the BPS Registration website at www.bostonpublicschools.org/register
Next Stop: High School 2013-2014 guide was published
by the BPS Office of Enrollment and Welcome Services
in collaboration with Citizen Schools. We wish to thank
Citizen Schools for their contributions to this guide.
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GLOSSARY OF TERMS
The data included in the following school profiles is compiled from several sources including The Massachusetts State
Department of Education, Boston Public Schools, and individual school websites.
Attendance Rate: Attendance rate indicates the average percentage of days in attendance for
students enrolled in grades 9 – 12.
Dropped out: Students who drop out remain in the school and district cohort data. If the student reenrolls in another school after dropping out, he/she is included in the original school and district
cohort as a dropout AND is enrolled in the new school and district cohort.
EPIMS: The Education Personnel Information Management System was implemented by the
Department of Education in 2007 to collect demographic data and work assignment information on
individual public school educators for the first time in our state's history. It is the source of the StudentTeacher Ratio data included in this guide.
Graduation Rate: Indicates the percentage of students who graduate with a regular high school
diploma within 4 years.
Not included in 4-Year Graduation Data is the percentage of non-grad completers and percentage
of permanently expelled students.
For more information see http://www.doe.mass.edu/infoservices/reports/gradrates/
Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS): Shows percent of students at each
performance level for the current year. Also included is the school‘s total ―proficiency rate‖ for Math
and ELA, that is, the percentage of students who achieved either proficient or advanced
performance levels.
Plans of High School Graduates: Indicates the post-graduate intentions of high school graduates as
of the end of the school year. Not included are those students who indicated work or military service
as their post-secondary plans.
School Size by Grade: Indicates the total number of students in 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th. This number
does include students beyond the 12th grade enrolled in Special Education services.
School Population by Race/Ethnicity: Indicates the percent of enrollment by race/ethnicity, rounded
to the nearest tenth. Definitions (as of October 1, 2012):
African American or Black: A person having origins in any of the black racial groups of Africa.
Asian: A person having origins in any of the original peoples of the Far East, Southeast Asia, or the Indian
subcontinent.
Hispanic or Latino: A person of Cuban, Mexican, Puerto Rican, South or Central American, or other
Spanish culture or origin, regardless of race.
Multi-race, Non-Hispanic: A person selecting more than one racial category and non-Hispanic.
Native American: A person having origins in any of the original peoples of North and South America
(including Central America), and who maintains tribal affiliation or community attachment.
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander: A person having origins in any of the original peoples of
Hawaii, Guam, Samoa, or other Pacific Islands.
White: A person having origins in any of the original peoples of Europe, the Middle East, or North Africa.
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SIMS: The Student Information Management System (SIMS) is a student-level data
collection system that allows the Department to collect and analyze more accurate
and comprehensive information, to meet federal and state reporting requirements, and
to inform policy and programmatic decisions. The SIMS has two important components:
A unique student identifier for all students receiving a publicly funded education in
Massachusetts, and
Transmissions of data from districts to the Department for all students via the security
portal.
All data published in this guide was collected via SIMS, unless otherwise indicated.
Special Education: Indicates the percent of enrollment who have an Individualized Education
Program. (IEP)
Student/Teacher Ratio: The October 1, 2011 student enrollment to the total number of
teachers.
SCHOOL PROFILE DATA
The data included in the following school profiles is compiled from several sources including The
Massachusetts State Department of Education, Boston Public Schools, and individual school websites.
The data is reported as follows:
Indicator
4-Yr Graduation
Post-Graduate Intentions
School Size (Enrollment)
Attendance Rate
Special Education
Student-Teacher Ratio
MCAS Proficiency Rates
School Population by Race/Ethnicity
Academic Year
2010-2011
2010-2011
2011-2012
2011-2012
2011-2012
2010-2011
Spring 2012
2011-2012
Data from The Massachusetts State Department of Education can also be viewed at
http://profiles.doe.mass.edu/help/data.aspx.
Please Note: This winter, the Boston School Committee may vote on
recommendations involving programmatic changes to meet the academic needs
of students. Some of these changes may take effect in September 2013. Therefore,
listings included in this guide are subject to change. To update your list of school
choices, please visit www.bostonpublicschools.org/register and click on “What Are
My Schools” or visit www.discoverbps.org
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District High Schools
Every January, Boston Public Schools distributes a school selection form to every 8th grader in Boston‘s middle
schools. In order to have the greatest chance of getting your first choice, you must send back the form with
schools ranked in order of preference; and you must send it in time for the first round. (There are four rounds in
total.) You are encouraged to rank as many options as possible, there is no limit. There is no guarantee that you will
receive your top choice school, so if you do not send in a form, you will be assigned to a school by the computer.
The district schools featured in this guide are:
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Boston International High School/Newcomers
Academy
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Brighton High School
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Jeremiah E. Burke High School
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Charlestown High School
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Community Academy of Science and Health
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Dorchester Academy
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East Boston High School
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The English High School
Excel High School
Madison Park High School
Snowden International High School
Urban Science Academy
West Roxbury Academy
Special Admissions Schools
Some public high schools have a special entrance process, meaning you must apply to them separately, as well as
rank them on your BPS School Choice Form.
Pilot/ In-District Charter Schools:
Pilot and In-District charter schools are two types of small schools run by Boston Public Schools. They often have an
educational focus, such as health or the arts. Unless otherwise noted below, each pilot or in-district charter does
require a separate application, varying from a simple form to a more extensive process requiring mandatory
interviews, recommendation letters, an essay and other administrative forms. Specific application steps for each
school are featured on the respective pages.
The pilot/ in-district charter schools featured in this guide are:
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Another Course to College**
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Boston Arts Academy
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Boston Community Leadership Academy
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Boston Green Academy
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Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health
Careers
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Fenway High School
Mary Lyon Upper School**
New Mission High School
Quincy Upper School**
TechBoston Upper Academy**
** These pilot or in-district charter schools do not require a separate application. Students can apply to these schools by
marking them as a top choice on their Boston Public School Selection Form.
Exam Schools:
There are three citywide exam schools in the Boston Public Schools. All three schools accept new students for grades seven
and nine. The O‘Bryant School also accepts a few new students for grade 10. Students are admitted to the exam schools
based on a combined score that includes results of an entrance test, called the Independent Schools Entrance Exam
(ISEE), and their grade point average (GPA). The ISEE and the GPA are each worth 50% of the score. The ISEE is administered
every year in early November.
The three exam schools are:
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Boston Latin School
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Boston Latin Academy
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O‘Bryant School of Math & Science
Charter Schools:
Charter Schools are public schools that operate independently of the Boston Public Schools system. Instead, they are
managed by the Massachusetts Department of Education. In order to get in, you must apply separately to each charter
school. Students are then selected by an independent lottery.
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A Checklist for Choosing Schools
When checking out high schools, consider the following as you decide which ones are the
best options for you:
School
Name
School
Name
School
Name
What are the school‘s student achievement data, such as
MCAS results, AYP status, promotion and graduation rates,
and percentage of graduates going on to college?
Does the school have a special admissions process? (All of
BPS‘s exam schools and some of the small schools do.)
What is the school‘s curriculum and style of teaching?
Which special education programs, language programs,
Advanced Placement (AP) and honors courses are
available?
What services and programs are available for students
who need extra academic support or counseling?
Where is the school located? (High school students who
attend schools more than 2 miles from home receive MBTA
passes.)
What are the opportunities for parent involvement?
What is the size of the school?
What is the school‘s environment like?
What are the school‘s hours?
What athletic programs, clubs, tutoring, and/or other afterschool activities does the school have?
What are the facilities like? Is there a gym, library, pool,
auditorium, music and art studios?
How diverse are the students and faculty?
Add your own questions here.
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ANOTHER COURSE TO COLLEGE
MAILING ADDRESS:
20 WARREN STREET
BRIGHTON, MA 02135
PHONE: (617) 635-8865
LISA GILBERT-SMITH
HOURS: 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM
How to Apply:
1.) Mark this school as one of
your top choices on the
Boston Public School Selection
Form.
4-YR GRADUATION DATA
Graduated: 70.5%
Dropped Out: 11.5%
Still in School: 9.8%
GED: 4.9%
2.) Turn this form into your
child‘s school by:
February 1, 2013
POST –GRADUATE INTENTIONS
4-Year College: 46%
2-Year College: 42%
Unknown: 10%
SCHOOL SIZE BY GRADE
9th Grade: 53
10th Grade: 53
Total Size: 210
11th Grade: 55
12th Grade: 49
OTHER KEY INDICATORS
Attendance Rate: 89.4%
Special Education: 22.6%
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.2 to 1
MCAS
ELA
MATH
Proficiency
Rate: 60%
Proficiency
Rate: 100%
20
Advanced
SCHOOL POPULATION BY
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
29
Hispanic
80
Proficient
31
Asian
0
0
Needs Improvement
Failing
31
9
45.2
4.8
African
American
8.1
0
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
41.9
White
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Another Course to College
School Web Site:
https://apps.mybps.org
Contact for more information:
Lisa Gilbert-Smith
Phone: 617-635-8865
Email: [email protected]
Average class size: 17
Theme(s):
Rigorous college preparatory curriculum with a focus on analytical reading and
writing across the curriculum
Please check all that
apply:
___ K-12
___ 6-12
X HS
X Small School
X Pilot School
 School with small
learning
communities
 Exam School
 Tech./Voc.
School
 Horace Mann
Charter School
 Special Program
Any special application processes:
No – rank us as a top choice on your school choice form. No additional steps necessary.
What makes your school unique?
We are a small school with a maximum capacity of 235 students.
We do more reading and writing in our English courses than most students do in their freshman year in
college, resulting in more than 90% of our students passing the English MCAS on their first attempt every
year.
We are an extended day school for students in grade 9.
We have a fully staffed after-school tutorial program offered at no cost to students which runs daily from
2:30-5:00pm
Special opportunities for students (internships, etc.):
Mock Trial Team
Harvard Crimson Academy
Summer Search Program
International Travel Club
Boston Build Program - Entrepreneurship
Dual Enrollment Programs
Extra Curricular and sports activities:
We play sports for Brighton High School
We also have:
o The Running Club
o The Community Service Club
o Gentlemen‘s Club
o Sister 2 Sister
o Student Council
o Robotics Club
School awards or honors of note:
o
o
o
Four Boston Teachers of the Year
Recognized by National Public Radio as an Innovative High School
Bronze Medal in US News and World Report for the past 3 years
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BOSTON ARTS ACADEMY
MAILING ADDRESS:
174 IPSWICH STREET
BOSTON, MA 02215
PHONE: (617) 635-6470
ANNE R. CLARK, INTERIM HEADMASTER
HOURS: 7:55 AM - 3:55 PM
(7:55 AM-1:30 PM ON FRI.)
How to Apply:
Audition Workshop
12/1
Auditions
2/2; 2/9
Audition Call Back
3/1
Graduated: 85.9%
Dropped Out: 7.6%
GED: 2.2%
Part 1: Audition Application
Deadline: Friday, 1/11/2013
(Audition workshop held on
12/1/2012 from 10am-12pm)
Requirements:
4-Year College: 86 %
2-Year College: 6%
Unknown: 6%
Part II: Written Application
(to be completed if accepted)
 2 Essays
 Academic Evaluation
(submitted by evaluator)
 Transcript
 A photograph
9th Grade: 123
10th Grade: 119
Total Size: 418
11th Grade: 102
12th Grade: 74
Please also mark this school as one
of your top choices on the Boston
Public School Selection Form.
MCAS
ELA
69
Decision Letters Mailed:
3/19/2013
MATH
Proficiency
Rate: 88%
19
Application Form
Arts Evaluation Form (submitted
by evaluator)
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
Proficiency
Rate: 76%
Advanced
Proficient
13
Needs Improvement
0
Failing
30
46
18
6
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
Hispanic
Asian
45.2
2.6
35.6
African
American
12.9
2.6
White
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
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Boston Arts Academy
School Web Site: www.bostonartsacademy.org
Blanca Bonilla
Phone: 617-590-8071
Theme(s): Arts
Theatre, Dance, Visual Arts, Music Vocal, Music Instrumental
Audition application and an audition in the arts
We are the only public high school in Boston for the visual and performing arts.
95% of students go on to college.
All students do 10+ hours of arts each week.
Dual Enrollment at the ProArts Colleges
The opportunity to perform/exhibit at many major Boston venues
Master classes by major visiting artists
Senior Grant projects in the community
Grants available for summer study in the arts
Financial Literacy Seminar
Artist Fitness Club
National Honor Society
Running Club(Rockets)
Tutoring
Step Club
Robotics
Gay/Straight Alliance Group
9th and 10th Grade Boys and Girls Groups
Please check all
that apply:
___ K-12
___ 6-12
X HS
 Small School
X Pilot School
 School with
small learning
communities
 Exam School
 Tech./Voc.
School
 Horace Mann
Charter School
X Special
Program
Asian American Club
Environmental Club
All-School Gospel Choir
Anime Club
Fashion Club
Peer Mentorship Program
Debate Team
Student Government
1.
2.
3.
BAA, 2011 GRAMMY® Signature School.
Headmaster Anne Clark won 2007 Milken Family Foundation National Educator Award.
Linda Nathan Executive Director of the Center for Arts in education won, 2011 Women‘s Venture Fund Highest Leaf
Award.
4. 2010 National School of Distinction in Arts Education Award from the Kennedy Center Alliance for Arts
Education Network.
5. Visual Art Department, 2009 MassArt Distinguished Art Educator Award
6. Twelve faculty members, Surdna Teacher Fellowships.
7. Six faculty members, Boston Educator of the Year Awardees.
8. Three staff/faculty members, Henry L. Shattuck Public Service Awards.
9. College/Career Coordinator Cynthia Hairston, 2008 Boston Higher Education Partnership Service Award.
10. BAA, 2004 Breakthrough High School (National Assoc. of Secondary School Principals).
11. BAA Library, 2004 National School Library Media Program of the Year.
12. Numerous alumni go on to professional careers in the arts, including dancing in companies such as Alvin Ailey and
Ballet Hispanico, and a 2010 alumnus won ―So You Think You Can Dance.‖
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BOSTON COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
MAILING ADDRESS:
655 METROPOLITAN AVENUE
HYDE PARK, MA 02136
PHONE: (617) 635-6425
BRETT DICKENS, HEADMASTER
HOURS: 8:00 AM - 3:15 PM
(8:00 AM - 11:30 AM ON FRI.)
How to Apply:
Application Deadline:
January 31, 2013
Requirements:
http://www.bclaboston.net/pages/bcl
a/Admissions
4-YR GRADUATION
Graduated:
86.6%
DATA
Dropped Out: 3.1%



4-Year College: 54%
2-Year College: 19%
Unknown: 25%




9th Grade: 143
10th Grade: 117
Total Size: 473
11th Grade: 120
12th Grade: 92
Prospective Student Visits:
Beginning of Dember
Please also mark this school as one of your
top choices on the Boston Public School
Selection Form.
MCAS
ELA
April 2013
MATH
Proficiency
Rate: 77%
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Application Form
Essay
Three recommendations
o 2 from academic teachers
o 1 from School Counselor or
Community Member
7th & 8th Grade transcripts
Health records
Official Copies of MCAS scores
Copies of two sample assignments
(one Math and one ELA)
Family Interview (March/April)
Proficiency
Rate: 70%
Advanced
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
42
Hispanic
69
Proficient
28
Asian
19
3
Needs Improvement
Failing
16
14
48.
0
5.9
0.4
37.
6
7.4
African
American
White
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
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Boston Community Leadership Academy
Zayda Cruz-Gonzalez, Assistant Headmaster
Phone: 617-635-8937
Theme(s): Community Leadership
Application process and interview
Curricular and Co-curricular focus on Community Leadership
Community Leaders at each grade level for outstanding student support
Advanced Placement classes in five subject areas
9th Grade after school academic support program
Write Boston partnership
Aim High-MCAS Tutorial program
Health Center
Boston Teacher Residency Program
Zone- Boston Scholar Athlete Program
apply:
___ K-12
___ 6-12
X HS
X Small School
X Pilot School
learning
communities
 Exam School
 Tech./Voc.
School
 Horace Mann
Charter School
X Special
Education
Program
X Sheltered English
Immersion
Community Service Learning and Capstone Project
Thompson Island Trip for 9th graders
Dual Enrollment courses at Ben Franklin and Fisher College Partnerships with Bird St., Tenacity,
Wheelock/Spark, Boston Partners in Education/AIM High, Boston Scholar Athlete Program, TIP News
Paper, ArtScience Project, Northeastern Calculus Field Day Competition
Boston Scholar Athletes Program- The Zone
Dance Team
Yearbook
Prom Committee
GSA
Sports
Debate Team
SPARK The Truth
Newsweek recognized for 2 years in a row-Top High School
School on the Move – Edvestors Award
The ArtScience Prize
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BOSTON DAY AND EVENING ACADEMY
MAILING ADDRESS:
20 KEARSARGE AVENUE
ROXBURY, MA 02119
PHONE: (617)635-6789
BEATRIZ MCCONNIE ZAPATER, HEAD OF SCHOOL
HOURS: 9:00AM – 7:00PM
(DAY 9AM – 2PM, EVENING 1:30 – 7:00PM)
How to Apply:
Special Admissions process:
You must be currently enrolled
in a high school to apply.
4-YR GRADUATION
DATA
Data
unavailable.*
Call the school at 617-6356789, visit a family resource
center or
www.bacademy.org for more
details.
Data unavailable.*
*NOTE:
MCAS data is unavailable for
cohorts with less than 10
students.
9th Grade: 25
10th Grade: 62
Total Size: 323
11th Grade: 96
12th Grade: 140
MCAS
ELA
MATH
Proficiency
Rate:
unavailable
Proficiency
Rate:
unavailable
Advanced
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
Hispanic
Asian
31.0
3.4
African
American
5.6
2.5
Proficient
56.7
White
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
Needs Improvement
Failing
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Boston Day & Evening Academy
School Web Site: www.bacademy.org
Diane Merrill
Phone: 617-635-6789 x109
Theme(s): Competency-based alternative school for 16-22 year olds; day
program, evening program and distance learning program
Students complete application form, attend information session with parent or
guardian. Post enrollment: diagnostic assessments, and 4 day orientation
(Seminar)
Please check all
that apply:
___ K-12
___ 6-12
X HS
X Small School
X Pilot School
 School with
small learning
communities
 Exam School
 Tech./Voc.
School
X HoraceMann
Charter School
 ungraded
Horace Mann Charter School
Competency-based program
Experiential ed leading to annual symposium
Comprehensive student support services offered
Day schedule and evening schedule
50 slots for distance learning students
Graduate when you have met all requirements (4 graduations/year)
Internships
Post-graduation planning center and year-long Transition Program
Arts and other enrichment programs before and after school
Two organic community gardens and art/sculpture park
Community and team building experiences
Basketball team
Re-chartered three times with commendations
Award winning staff:
o National Civic League Award, 2 years in a row, ‘08 and ‗09
o Boston Educator of the Year, ‗09
Member of the Coalition of Essential Schools
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BOSTON GREEN ACADEMY
MAILING ADDRESS:
SOUTH BOSTON EDUCATION COMPLEX
95 G STREET 3RD FLOOR
SOUTH BOSTON, MA 02127
PHONE: (617) 635-9860
Jeff Liberty, Headmaster
HOURS: 8:10 AM - 3:30 PM
(8:10 AM-1:35 PM EARLY DISMISSAL)
How to Apply:
TBD
Please refer to Boston Green
Academy’s Website at
www.bostongreenacademy.org
as information become
available.
Data unavailable.*
Requirements
 Application Form
(available on website)
 Mark this school as one of
Boston Public School
Selection Form.
Data unavailable.*
9th Grade: 86
10th Grade: 85
Total Size: 335
11th Grade: 101
12th Grade: 63
*NOTE:
Boston Green Academy opened
in Fall 2011 as a Horace Mann
Charter School. As 2012-2013 is
Boston Green Academy‘s
second year, no graduation
data is currently available.
Student-Teacher Ratio: n/a
MCAS
ELA
MATH
Proficiency
Rate: 61%
2
Proficiency
Rate: 44%
Advanced
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
11
Hispanic
59
Proficient
32
Needs Improvement
33
Asian
33.1
5.1
African
American
13.1
0.3
39
48.1
White
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
8
Failing
17
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Contact for More Information
Johanna Peña & Kaitlin Harris
Boston Green Academy
95 G Street, 3rd Floor
South Boston, MA 02127
617.635.9860
bostongreenacademy.org
Application Process
Apply via application found on our
website
Selection determined by public
lottery, with BPS and sibling
preferences;
ongoing enrollment
Grades
*6,9-12
Schedule
Monday: 8:00- 3:00pm
Tuesday: 8:00- 2:30pm
Wednesday: 8:00- 3:00pm
Thursday: 8:00- 3:00pm
Friday: 8:00- 12:30pm
Boston Green Academy’s mission is to
graduate all students prepared for success in
college and the workforce. As a public school
that is deeply vested in cultivating a highly
skilled and actively-engaged global citizenry,
we prepare our students to be leaders in
environmental stewardship and activism, to
live their lives responsibly and sustainably, and
to take advantage of employment opportunities
in the burgeoning “green” economy.
Please check all that apply:
X
9th-12th grade
X
6th grade
X
High School
Opening its doors in 2011 as a Horace Mann inX
Small School
district charter school, Boston Green Academy
became the new addition to the South Boston
X
Horace Mann Charter
Education Complex after two underperforming schools closed their doors. BGA is
modeled after the award-winning Fenway High School and is home to a committed
group of highly qualified faculty and educators, 27 of whom hold Master’s degrees.
Devoted to maintaining a safe and academic environment, teachers at BGA create
innovative and “green” focused curricula in all fields of study from humanities to
the sciences that engage students and prepare them for future success. In its first
MCAS testing, the percentage of students passing at BGA increased significantly in
comparison to Odyssey: 92.8% passed English Language Arts (+8%); 73.9%
passed Science (+12%); and 83.3% passed Mathematics – a 15 point improvement
from the 68% passing the previous year at Odyssey.
BGA values small class sizes, and its accomplished faculty and innovative
approach to academics support students in reaching their true potential. In 2013,
BGA at a Glance
th
All students participate in exhibitions BGA will expand its reach by launching a middle school starting with its 6 grade.
in the Humanities, Mathematics and
What makes BGA unique?
Sciences
Extended school day
Weekly community gatherings
Opportunity for “green” internships
Focus on environmental science and leadership
with LEAF, Nature Conservancy,
Thompson Island Outward Bound
College preparatory curriculum and AP courses
and more.
Advisory for every student
Trauma-sensitive school environment
Student electives include College
Special Opportunities for students:
Career prep, arts courses, MCAS
Partnerships with companies, such as Vertex Pharmaceuticals
prep, chess club and study hall.
Internship opportunities at companies, such as WilmerHale
College and career counseling
Student Diversity
Financial aid support
48% African American
Peer Health Exchange
32% Latino
Extracurricular and sports activities:
14% White
Basketball
6% Asian-American
Cheerleading
Football
82% economically disadvantaged
Prom Committee
26% with disabilities
Rowing
14% English-language learners
Student Government
Volleyball
*Pending
Yearbook Committee
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BOSTON INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL/NEWCOMERS ACADEMY
MAILING ADDRESS:
25 GLEN ROAD
JAMAICA PLAIN, MA, 02130
PHONE: (617) 635-9373
NICOLE BAHNAM, HEADMASTER
HOURS: 8:00 AM - 3:15 PM
(8:00 AM - 11:30 AM ON FRI.)
How to Apply:
Special Admission Procedure:
Students are assigned based
on results of an English
language placement test.
Graduated: 42.6%
Dropped Out: 14.7%
GED: 0%
For more information, call the
school at (617) 635-9373
4-Year College: 37%
2-Year College: 21%
Unknown: 42%
9th
Grade: 91
122
Total Size: 342
10th Grade:
11th Grade: 66
12th Grade: 63
MCAS
ELA
MATH
Proficiency
Rate: 42%
0
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
Proficiency
Rate: 71%
Advanced
27
Hispanic
Asian
51.5
1.5
Proficient
44
55
Needs Improvement
24
3
Failing
5
African
American
3.8
1.2
42
41.5
White
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
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Boston International High School and
Newcomers Academy (BINCA)
Nicole N. Bahnam
School Phone: 617-635-9373
Phone: 617-212-4650
Average class size: 15-20
Theme(s): Bilingual and bicultural - Embracing English Language Development while
cultivating native language literacy and culture.
None
Please check all
that apply:
___ K-12
___ 6-12
X HS
X Small School
 Pilot School
 School with
small learning
communities
 Exam School
 Tech./Voc.
School
 Horace Mann
Charter School
X Special
Program
We are both a High School and a Special Program (and together a school community):
School Wide
A growing school committed to core values of Advocacy, Community, Diversity, and High Expectations
Boston International/Newcomers Academy is an extremely diverse community of learners with students from
over 25 different countries. Our vibrant student body consists of English Language Learners and Former
English Language Learners who learn English and engage our college preparatory academic program.
A growing after school learning program that includes academic classes, homework help, and enrichment
activities such as music computer class.
Boston International/Newcomers Academy has a staff that reflects the cultural and linguistic diversity of our
students facilitating active communication with families and community partners.
Teachers who specialize in working with English Language Learners. All teachers teacher both content and
English.
A full year learning plan for each student.
Boston International Four Year Program
A rigorous 4 year college preparatory program that culminates in the development of portfolios that
demonstrate students‘ deep content comprehension and college readiness.
A vertically aligned curriculum based on essential questions that challenges students with opportunities do
engage in critical thinking.
Newcomers Program
An intensive English Language development program for students who arrive during the school year.
Special support for students with interrupted formal education to help then catch up to grade level work and
prepare for English instruction.
Native Language instruction for students with developing native language literacy
Community Service Opportunities
PULSE after School,
Sociedad Latina after School Music Program,
YOFES after school homework and music program
Soccer, baseball, volleyball teams, Student Government.
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BOSTON LATIN ACADEMY
MAILING ADDRESS:
205 TOWNSEND STREET
DORCHESTER, MA 02121
PHONE: (617) 635-9957
EMELIA PASTOR, HEADMASTER
HOURS: 7:20 AM - 1:40 PM
How to Apply:
Acceptance is based on a
combination of ISEE
(Independent School
Entrance Exam ) test scores, &
GPA in Math and ELA.
Graduated: 96%
Dropped Out: 1.1%
GED: 0%
To be eligible, students need
to have taken the ISEE Exam
on November 3, 2012
4-Year College: 75%
2-Year College: 8%
Unknown: 15%
There may be walk in spaces
available for the ISEE make-up
exam on November 17, 2012.
9th Grade: 309
10th Grade: 258
Total Size: 1,680
Visit
http://www.bostonpublicscho
ols.org/exam for more details.
11th Grade: 260
12th Grade: 281
Student-Teacher Ratio: 22 to 1
ELA
MATH
Proficiency
Rate: 83%
MCAS
Proficiency
Rate: 99%
2
7
7
2
1
0
Advanced
Proficient
Needs Improvement
Failing
4
3
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
Hispanic
4
0
1
6
1
Asian
20.0
22.0
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
African
American
27.2
28.5
1.4
White
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Boston Latin Academy
Please check all that apply:
___ K-12
X 7-12
___ HS
●
Small School
●
Pilot School
●
School with small
learning communities
X Exam School
School Web Site: www.latinacademy.org
Phone: 617-635-9957
Guidance phone: 617-635-9961
Fax: 617-635-6696
Theme(s): Boston Latin Academy is an exam school for students in grades 7 through 12.
Any special application processes: All students are required to take the ISEE exam prior to entry. The exam is
offered in the 6th and 8th grade to all eligible students.
The students of Boston Latin Academy, their families, and the faculty share a commitment of excellence. Our curriculum,
while rooted in the study of the classics, liberal arts, and fine arts, has been developed to ensure that all students are well
prepared for success in college and life. Students are encouraged to appreciate the ideas and practices expressed in the
classics and to recognize the evolving continuum between them and the complex, ever-changing challenges of society.
While appreciating the classics, we also use data-based research to inform and re-imagine our curriculum as we strive to
make it match our 21st century student base of engaged learners. We seek to challenge our students with a rigorous
curriculum while, at the same time, providing them with the scaffolds to succeed. Throughout, we value giving back to the
rich and diverse communities of Boston from which our students come.
Boston Latin Academy offers a myriad of opportunities for the college bound student and all of our students go on to
college. We have many Honors and Advanced Placement courses across all disciplines. In addition to a classics based
curriculum, BLA offers music, art and a theater arts program. We have an exemplary peer tutoring program for all subjects.
BLA also has many on-site jobs, summer programs, community service opportunities, and college fairs that provide
opportunities for our students to be active outside the classroom.
Sports Activities:
Football
Volleyball
Hockey
Extra Curricular Activities
Japanese Culture Club
GSA
Step Squad
Jabberwock (publication)
Drama
Greenhouse Club
Certamen
Model United Nations
Soccer
Baseball
Track
Swimming
Basketball
Softball
Recycling Club
Tag
School newspaper
Girls League
Classics League
Alianza Latina
Big Sister Program
SPARK
Tennis
Step
Math club
Robotics
Debate
Choir
Muslim Student Association
Band
Peer Tutoring
2007 – America‘s Best High Schools, U.S. News and World Report
2008 – Advanced Placement Scholars with Distinction, CollegeBoard AP
2008 – Advanced Placement Scholars with Honor, CollegeBoard AP
2008 – National Achievement Scholarship Program, CollegeBoard AP
2008 – National Merit Commended Students, College Board AP
2008 - Boston Globe Jerry Nason Memorial Award for Overall Excellence
2009- America's Best High Schools, U.S. News and World Report
2010 -Fidelity Futurestage Award for Music, Fidelity Investments
2010 – National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, Department of Education
2010 - America's Best High Schools, U.S. News and World Report
2011-12 - First in state in 10th grade MCAS English and Math scores
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BOSTON LATIN SCHOOL
MAILING ADDRESS:
78 AVENUE LOUIS PASTEUR
BOSTON, MA 02115
PHONE: (617) 635-8895
LYNNE MOONEY TETA, HEADMASTER
HOURS: 7:45 AM - 2:15 PM
How to Apply:
combination of ISEE
(Independent School
Graduated: 98.7%
Dropped Out: 0%
GED: 0.5%
on November 3, 2012
available on the ISEE make-up
4-Year College: 96%
2-Year College: 2%
Unknown: 2%
Visit
ols.org/exam for more details.
9th Grade: 386
10th Grade: 406
Total Size: 2,352
11th Grade: 386
12th Grade: 390
MCAS
ELA
MATH
Proficiency
Rate: 96%
Proficiency
Rate: 98%
42
56
2
Advanced
Proficient
Needs Improvement
65
31
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
Hispanic
Asian
9.4
28.6
African
American
48.0
2.3
4
11.6
White
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
0
Failing
0
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Boston Latin School
School Web Site: www.bls.org
Jonathan Mulhern, Assistant Head Master
Phone: 617-635-8895 ext. 120
Theme(s): Boston Latin School seeks to ground its students in a contemporary
classical education as preparation for successful college studies, responsible and
engaged citizenship and a rewarding life.
Students must take the ISEE Exam during 6th grade or 8th grade to be admitted the
following fall.
In addition, grades in English and Math from the previous year and half the current
year are used in the calculation.
Please check all
that apply:
___ K-12
X 7-12
___ HS
 Small School
 Pilot School
 School with
small learning
communities
X Exam School
 Tech./Voc.
School
 Horace Mann
Charter School
 Special
Program
As the nation‘s oldest school, Boston Latin has prepared the youth of Boston for college success and
competitiveness in the world since 1635. Our graduates include five signers of the Declaration of
Independence, Leonard Bernstein and Ralph Waldo Emerson. More recently, the founders of Stop & Shop, the
CEO of Shaw‘s Supermarket, the owner of Roche Brothers, the owner of Viacom and the founder of Qualcomm
also graduated from the Latin School. Moreover, hundreds of our graduates have gone on to become
business leaders, research scientists, lawyers, doctors, educators, and public officials.
We have a host of fellowships and internships including the John William Ward Public Service Fellowship for
interests in Government, the Julius Babbitt Fellowship for interests in non-profit work and the Seevak Fellowship
for interests in peace and social justice.
We have a host of clubs and activities for all interests from a Fashion and Talent Club, Step Squad and Spoken
Word Club to the American Red Cross, school newspaper and literary magazine. Sports include football,
baseball, soccer, volleyball, softball, hockey, indoor and outdoor track, golf, crew, swimming, and basketball,
wrestling, cheerleading, tennis, sailing, and cross-country. While all sports are offered at the Varsity level, some
sports are offered at the freshman and Junior Varsity level as well. All sports are open regardless of gender, but
some sports do not have a gender specific team.
President Bush visited Boston Latin in 2002 to promote his NCLB legislation. BLS finished 1st in both the English and
Math MCAS results in 2011. The U.S. Secretary of Education has designated Boston Latin School as a National
Blue Ribbon School for 2012. This award acknowledges our efforts to ensure that every child attains high levels
of academic performance. We have demonstrated that, working together, parents, teachers, staff,
administrators, and community leaders can motivate all students to reach their full potential.
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BRIGHTON HIGH SCHOOL
MAILING ADDRESS:
25 WARREN STREET
BRIGHTON, MA 02135
PHONE: (617) 635-9873
FRED MCDOWELL, HEADMASTER
HOURS: 7:40 AM - 2:03 PM
How to Apply:
Form.
Graduated: 59.6%
Dropped Out: 20.9%
GED: 3.9%
February 1, 2013
4-Year College: 37.1%
Unknown: 35.1%
9th Grade: 305
10th Grade: 268
Total Size: 1,144
11th Grade: 235
12th Grade: 322
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1
MCAS
ELA
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
MATH
Proficiency
Rate: 65%
Proficiency Rate
51%
7
Advanced
21
58
Proficient
30
28
Needs Improvement
Hispanic
Asian
50.3
000
000
3.2
003
4.9
28
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
7
Failing
39.6
African
American
White
1.3
21
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Brighton High School
School Website: http://www.brightonhigh.org
Headmaster: Fred McDowell
Contact Person for more information:
John Travers, 12th Grade Academy Leader
Phone: (617) 635-9873
Average class size: 23 - 25
Theme(s): Personalized, inclusive, and connected teaching and learning
apply:
___ K-12
___ 6-12
X HS
 Small School
 Pilot School
 School with Small
Learning Communities
 Exam School
 Tech./Voc. School
 Horace Mann
Charter School
 Special Program
leading to post-secondary education and beyond
Any special application processes: N/A
9th Grade Academy, College & Career Pathways in the following professions: Media, Arts, & Communication,
JROTC, and Health Professions. On-site career counseling and workforce development though the Boston
Private Industry Council (PIC) and the Randstad Explore Work career development program. Participants in the
Massachusetts Math & Science Initiative (MMSI) to support students in Advanced Placement Math, Science, &
English.
Special opportunities for students (internships,etc.):
Internships with our business and university partners: Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Massachusetts, St. Elizabeth‘s
Medical Center, Boston College, Boston University, and Harvard University. Part-time jobs with these institutions
arranged through the Boston Private Industry Council (PIC). Academic enrichment programs: Upward Bound
at Boston University, College Bound at Boston College, After-school Credit Recovery Program, CityBuild,
Afterschool Tutoring, Let‘s Get Ready SAT Preparation, and the PULSE Afterschool MCAS Preparation &
Enrichment Program.
Extra Curricular Activities/ Student Groups:
National Honor Society, Army JROTC, Championship Debate Team, School Site Council, Student Government,
Yearbook Committee, Health Occupations Student Association (HOSA) and the award-winning ―Burning Tigers‖
Robotics Team.
Championship Athletics:
Varsity and Junior Varsity Teams: Boys and Girls Soccer (City Champions), Football (City Champions, State
Finalists), Cheerleading, Boys and Girls Volleyball, Boys and Girls Basketball (State Finalists), Ice Hockey, Indoor &
Outdoor Track, Baseball, Softball, Tennis, and Community Rowing.
School Awards or Honors of Note:
Awarded Bronze Medal and listed as ―One of America’s BEST High Schools” by U.S. News and World Report in
2008-2009
Robotics Team won ―Judges Award‖ at New England US First Regional Robotics Competition held at Boston
University in 2010-2011, and 2011-2012.
Debate Team placed ―First‖ in the Varsity the Boston Debate League Citywide Tournament held at Boston
University in 2011-2012; Placed 11th at the National Urban Debate Tournament at historic Georgetown University.
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JEREMIAH E. BURKE HIGH SCHOOL
MAILING ADDRESS:
60 WASHINGTON STREET
PHONE: (617) 635-9837
LINDSA MCINTYRE, HEADMASTER
HOURS: 7:50 AM - 2:10 PM
How to Apply:
Form.
Graduated: 43.4%
Dropped Out: 33.7%
GED: 3.1%
February 1, 2013
4-Year College: 25%
2-Year College: 27%
Working: 8%
Unknown: 35%
9th
Grade: 188
th
10 Grade: 132
Total Size: 638
11th Grade: 148
12th Grade: 169
MCAS
ELA
MATH
Proficiency
Rate: 50%
5
Proficiency
Rate: 50%
Advanced
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
16
Hispanic
45
Proficient
44
Needs Improvement
5
Failing
34
Asian
31.7
0.8
38
13
64.4
African
American
1.1
1.6
White
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
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Jeremiah E. Burke High School
School Website: http://www.jebhs.org/
Contact for more information.
Name: Lindsa McIntyre, Headmaster
Phone: (617) 635-9837 ext. 30200
email: [email protected]
Average class size: 21 inclusion-cohort model
Theme(s): Comprehensive high school with focus on college readiness.
Any special application process: No
1. Comprehensive academic curriculum, including Advanced Placement, Talent
Development and AVID;
2. Newly established Freshman and Sophomore and Upper Academies;
3. Full-range of school counseling services and case management;
4. Subscriber to Jupiter Grades for real time progress reports;
5. Partnerships with UMass Boston, Boston College School of Social Work, Boston
Teacher Residency;
6. Cohort of City Year Corps members to assist instruction in the Freshman and
Sophomore Academies;
7. Extended day with longer learning blocks & debate across the curriculum
Please check all
that apply:
___ K-12
___ 6-12
X HS
 Small School
 Pilot School
School with
small
learning
communities
 Exam School
 Tech./Voc.
School
 Horace
Mann
Charter
School
 Special
Program
1. Career exploration and internships through our affiliation with the Private Industry Council and Boston
Rising;
2. Academic support via the UMass Boston pre-collegiate programs: Admission Guaranteed, Upward
Bound, Upward Bound Math/Science, Urban Scholars and Project Reach;
3. Community Service, affording students opportunities to travel abroad;
4. Strive – a comprehensive transition program providing support services to students with disabilities;
5. ACCESS & and Bottom Line to assist with college and financial aid application process.
6. Youth Development opportunities through YDN, Project Right and Freedom House;
After school tutorial
Literary Magazine
School Newspaper
Student Government
Yearbook/Senior Club
BUILD-Entrepreneurship
Marine JROTC
Varsity Football
Varsity Baseball
Varsity Basketball
Cheerleading
Varsity Soccer
Varsity Softball
Track and Field
Volleyball
Intramural Basketball
PULSE After School
AVID
BSA Zone
Ignition Mentoring
Quantum Opportunities
Credit Recovery
ROCK your Life
Peer Health Exchange
―State-of-the-art‖ building extension, featuring a new school library, gymnasium, cafeteria and arts
facility.
Burke‘s Headmaster, Mrs. Lindsa McIntyre recognized as 2011 Champion of Freedom Award recipient.
September 27th, 2012 The school was visited by His Excellency Carlos Fonseca, the president of Cape
Verde.
English Teacher, Katherine Petta recognized as 2012 Harvard Book Club Award recipient.
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CHARLESTOWN HIGH SCHOOL
MAILING ADDRESS:
240 MEDFORD STREET
CHARLESTOWN, MA 02129
PHONE: (617) 635-9914
WILILAM THOMAS, HEADMASTER
HOURS: 7:20 AM - 1:40 PM
How to Apply:
Form.
Graduated: 42.7%
Dropped Out: 27.0%
GED: 2.8%
February 1, 2013
4-Year College: 34%
2-Year College: 21%
Work: 6%
Unknown: 35%
9th
Grade: 218
th
10 Grade: 228
Total Size: 952
11th Grade: 209
12th Grade: 261
MCAS
ELA
MATH
Proficiency
Rate: 58%
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
Proficiency
Rate: 55%
4
Advanced
54
Proficient
26
29
Hispanic
Asian
37.1
20.7
Needs Improvement
17
17
Failing
28
African
American
5.1
0.4
24
36.6
White
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
29
Charlestown High School
Alex Kalamaroff
Phone: (585) 705-7908
Any special application processes: None
Theme(s): Charlestown High School leads ALL students to success.
Please check all
that apply:
___ K-12
___ 6-12
X HS
 Small School
 Pilot School
X School with
small learning
communities
 Exam School
 Tech./Voc.
School
 Horace Mann
Charter School
 Special
Program
We do this through our Small Learning Community (SLC) model, which enables staff
to provide the support students need. Our SLC model allows for close relationships
between teachers, students, and staff, to guarantee that students achieve their
personal and academic goals. In 9th and 10th grade, we focus on supporting
students‘ transition into high school and developing the skills and knowledge they
need to succeed on the MCAS exams and to prepare for Upper School (11th and
12th grade). In the Upper School, we have a college-driven focus that prepares
students for undergraduate success and for a professional life. We do this through a range of exciting electives,
internships in various career fields, dual-enrollment college courses, and our city-wide partnerships.
Supportive, highly qualified staff who are committed to students‘ success
SLCs offer small-school support with large-school opportunities
Language offerings in Spanish and Arabic
Exciting hands-on classes like Forensic Science
Writing Center tutors to help you improve your writing skills
A diverse student body with students from many parts of Boston and the world, including strong
programs in Chinese SEI, Spanish SEI, and Special Education
Strong sports programs and a very active
Championship basketball team, coached by Edson Cardoso
Diploma Plus—a program which supports students who want a classroom environment beyond the
traditional educational model
Several Advanced Placement (AP) classes, which give students the chance to earn
college credit in high school
Our partnership with Liberty Mutual, which provides summer jobs and scholarships
Full-time Private Industry Counselor (PIC) to find students jobs and internships
Partnerships with Bunker Hill Community College and Northeastern University
Boston University Upward Bound Summer Program
The Zone program to enrich scholar-athletes
Extra Curricular and Sports Activities:
Extra-curricular activities like Eurotrip, Debate League, National Honor Society, Arabic Summer
Academy, Bowling Club, CHS Outdooring Club, And more!
Sports team such as Football, Men‘s and Women‘s Basketball, Baseball, Softball, Volleyball, Cheer,
Track, Men‘s and Women‘s Soccer, Special Olympics
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COMMUNITY ACADEMY
MAILING ADDRESS:
25 GLEN ROAD
JAMAICA PLAIN, MA 02130
PHONE: (617) 635-7734
CAROL BRADLEY MOORE
HOURS: 8:00 AM – 2:15 PM
How to Apply:
Students must get a
referral from a
guidance counselor or
from alternative
education.
Data not available
Interview with
headmaster
Data not available
Note* MCAS data is
unavailable for cohorts with
less than 10 students.
9th Grade: 5
11th Grade: 9
10th Grade: 13
12th Grade: 18
Total Size: 45
ELA
MATH
MCAS
Proficiency
Rate: unavailable
Advanced
Proficiency
Rate:
unavailable
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
Hispanic
Proficient
Asian
29
2.2
Needs Improvement
Failing
68.9
African
American
0
0
White
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
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Community Academy
25 Glen Road
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Carol Bradley Moore
Phone: (617) 635-7734
Average class size: 8-15 students per class
Theme(s):
Individualized curricula and individual attention
College counseling
Student support
Please check all
that apply:
___ K-12
___ 6-12
X HS
X Small School
 Pilot School
 School with
small learning
communities
 Exam School
 Tech./Voc.
School
 Horace Mann
Charter School
X Special
Program
Students must get a referral from a guidance counselor or from
Alternative Education
Interview with Headmaster
Our teachers are dedicated to the academic, social, and personal success of each of our students. We are
able to individualize the curriculum to support each student at the level that (s)he needs, while challenging
all of our students to meet rigorous standards.
All eleventh and twelfth graders are given college/career counseling, support with post-secondary
applications, regular visits to local colleges, and College Fairs.
Because many of our students are over-age, we offer many opportunities for accelerated learning,
including online courses, internships, projects, and twilight school.
We have close partnerships with many community organizations that provide students with jobs and
internships, including the Private Industry Council, Youth Opportunity, and More Than Words.
Seasonal three-on-three basketball tournaments
Student Government
Technology Goes Home
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COMMUNITY ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND HEALTH
MAILING ADDRESS:
11 CHARLES STREET
PHONE: (617) 635-8950
TANYA FREEMAN-WISDOM, HEADMASTER
HOURS: 7:45 AM - 2:05 PM
How to Apply:
Form.
Graduated: 57.3%
Dropped Out: 15.4%
GED: 0.7%
February 1, 2013
4-Year College: 33%
2-Year College: 25%
Unknown: 34%
9th Grade: 104
10th Grade: 53
Total Size: 377
11th Grade: 147
12th Grade: 75
MCAS
ELA
MATH
Proficiency
Rate: 69%
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
Proficiency
Rate: 43%
3
Advanced
9
66
Proficient
29
Needs Improvement
50
2
Failing
7
34
Hispanic
Asian
27.1
1.6
66.8
African
American
2.4
2.1
White
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
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Community Academy of Science and Health
Tanya Freeman-Wisdom, Headmaster
Ms. Talbot, Student Development Counselor
Phone: 617-635-8950
Theme(s):
Science and Health
Strong and consistent Student Leadership Component
Experiences beginning in grade 9 and continuing through grade 12
exploring career and college pathways that focus on science, health,
wellness and fitness
Certified Nurses Assistant Program and CPR training
Dual Enrollment
5 Advanced Placement courses
AVID Program
Credit Recovery
College going culture emphasis
BUILD Program
Please check all
that apply:
___ K-12
___ 6-12
X HS
X Small School
 Pilot School
 School with
small learning
communities
 Exam School
 Tech./Voc.
School
 Horace Mann
Charter School
 Special
Program
Science Fair and Exhibitions
Participation in the Student Government school-wide annual events such as Unity Day and Multicultural
Day
Participation in various community events such as the Walk for Hunger; Dorchester Day Parade; Hyde
Park Day Parade & Veterans‘ Day Parade; Summer Search; College courses at BFIT
Boston University School of Public Health Career Day
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Career Exploration Day
CASH sports: girls and boys basketball, soccer, track and field, and volleyball (g)
Football, baseball, softball and cheerleading co-op with the Burke
Advanced Placement Awards and Incentive Program through MMSI
21st Century Community Learning Center focusing on ELLs English language development
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
Michael Jordan Foundation
BSF Foundation
MassGrad Drop Out Prevention Grant
Work and Learning Grant
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DORCHESTER ACADEMY
MAILING ADDRESS:
18 CROFTLAND AVENUE
PHONE: (617) 635 9730
KWESI MOODY, HEADMASTER
HOURS: 7:50 AM - 2:10 PM
How to Apply:
Form.
February 1, 2013
Graduated: 45.7%
Dropped Out: 26.7%
Still in School: 21%
GED: 4.8%
Unknown: 50.8%
9th Grade: 119
10th Grade: 84
Total Size: 393
11th Grade: 74
12th Grade: 104
MCAS
ELA
Proficiency
Rate: 37%
Proficiency
Rate: 58%
0
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
MATH
Advanced
16
.
58
.
Proficient
21
.
23
Needs Improvement
26
19
Failing
37
.
Hispanic
Asian
30.0
3.6
60.3
African
American
4.1
0.8
White
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
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Dorchester Academy
School Web Site: www.dorchesteracademy.us
Kwesi Moody, Headmaster
Phone: (617) 635-9730
Average class size: 25 – 30
Theme(s):
One School, Many Pathways to Leadership and Achievement
Business
Public Service
Law & Criminal Justice
Community Service
Economics
Leadership Training
Please check all
that apply:
___ K-12
___ 6-12
X HS
X Small School
 Pilot School
 School with
small learning
communities
 Exam School
 Tech./Voc.
School
 Horace Mann
Charter School
 Special
Program
We educate, empower, and inspire our students to act and be responsible today for distinctive achievement,
contribution, and success tomorrow. We cultivate their resolve to excel by challenging and developing their
academic skills, interpersonal tools, and critical thinking perspective. This work is embraced through reflective
instruction, collaborative teaching, family and community partnering, and our living example.
Job Shadow-ships
SES Tutorial Program
Deltas/Pulse afterschool tutorial Program
Debate Team
Business Club
Football
Cheerleading
Soccer (Boys)
Track (Indoor and Outdoor)
Volleyball (Girls)
Baseball
Basketball
Softball
–
2010 JQUS Debate Tournament Champions
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EAST BOSTON HIGH SCHOOL
MAILING ADDRESS:
86 WHITE STREET
EAST BOSTON, MA 02128
PHONE: (617) 635-9896
MICHAEL RUBIN, HEADMASTER
HOURS: 7:45 AM - 2:05 PM
How to Apply:
Form.
Graduated: 58%
Dropped Out: 24%
GED: 1.3%
February 1, 2013
4-Year College: 35%
2-Year College: 27%
Work: 14%
Unknown: 17%
9th Grade: 443
10th Grade: 291
Total Size: 1,412
11th Grade: 268
12th Grade: 364
MCAS
ELA
MATH
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
Proficiency
Rate: 58%
Proficiency
Rate: 70%
11
Advanced
59
Proficient
24
34
26
Needs Improvement
28
4
Failing
13
Hispanic
Asian
65.5
1.9
0.6
Multi-Race, 0.7
Non-Hispanic
000
000
000
000
16.1
African
American
15.5
White
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East Boston High School
School Web Site: ebhsjets.com
Nina Gaeta Coletta
Phone: 617-635-9896, ext. 30316
Theme(s): School to Career (Academy of Management; JROTC; and Media/Art). We also
offer Honors classes, starting in grade 9, and Advanced Placement for upperclassmen.
We are unique in our successful partnerships with local businesses, community and youth –
based organizations. We live our motto, ―Class, Pride, Tradition.‖
Please check all
that apply:
___ K-12
___ 6-12
X HS
 Small School
 Pilot School
X School with
small learning
communities
 Exam School
 Tech./Voc.
School
 Horace Mann
Charter School
 Special
Program
In addition to citywide programs such as the Private Industry Council (PIC), GEAR-UP, and TERI, East Boston High School has:
A long-standing partnership with the Massachusetts General Hospital.
Dual enrollment through Bunker Hill Community College and Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology.
A partnership with the East Boston Youth Workers to provide 9 th graders with surround care that begins in the school
building and continues after school with member organizations.
PULSE supported academic site, providing after school tutoring and student leadership training for 9 th and 10th
graders. We partner with our National Honor Society students for additional tutoring services.
AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) School, providing structures and additional supports to students
who may be below honor roll but have their sights set on college.
Wheelock College Upward Bound, Summer Search
The Summer Enrichment at Dartmouth (SEAD)
The Harvard Crimson Summer Academy
Academic, music and broadcasting programming in conjunction with ZUMIX
In-house SAT prep, as well partnerships with local agencies offering SAT prep such as the YMCA
A guidance staff trained by the national College Access Network and the Center for Urban Education to evaluate
and improve EBHS college access programming for students and families.
Achievement Academy, a 15-month surround program for targeted incoming 9 th graders that provides them
personalized support and structure to develop the skills they need for success.
Tenacity support for its program alumni
A drum line, sponsored by the JROTC program
Special Opportunities for Parents and community members:
We have an on-site Family Center to help parents understand the school‘s curriculum, policies, and test assessment, and
offer adult classes for English Language Learners and computer proficiency as well as other workshops and courses during
the school year. We are a member of College for Every Student (CFES).
SPORTS: Volleyball, Swimming, Football, Soccer; Baseball, Softball; Track, Hockey; Basketball, and Cheerleading
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: Drama/Theater Arts, Drill Team, Key Club, Prom Committee, Yearbook, Rifle Team,
Math Team, Dance Club, Chess Club, AP Club, Student Government, National Honor Society, 10 Boys Initiative,
Debate Team, Boston Scholar Athlete Zone
MGH Partnership Initiative, MGH, 2005
Verizon Hispanic Heritage Award, Verizon, 2005
Broad Prize (an exemplar school), 2007
Science Fair 2009
Consistent NYFTY business award winner (all levels)
Michael Rubin, Headmaster, Shattuck Award winner, 2010
Michael Smith, Administrator of the Year Award, 2010
School partners: Higher Education Collaborative, Jury‘s,
Seaport and Embassy Suites Hotels, Mass. General
Hospital, and MassPort
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THE ENGLISH HIGH SCHOOL
MAILING ADDRESS:
144 MCBRIDE STREET
JAMAICA PLAIN, MA 02130
PHONE: (617) 635-8979
LIGIA NORIEGA-MURPHY, HEADMASTER
HOURS: 7:25 AM - 2:15 PM
(7:25 AM - 12:30 PM ON FRI.)
How to Apply:
Form.
Graduated: 50.3%
Dropped Out: 12.8%
GED: 1.3%
child‘s school by
February 1, 2013
Unknown: 27.8%
9th
Grade: 219
10th Grade: 194
Total Size: 748
11th Grade: 152
12th Grade: 179
MCAS
ELA
Proficiency
Rate: 39%
0
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
MATH
Proficiency
Rate: 31%
Advanced
Hispanic
9
Asian
39
Proficient
22
49
Needs Improvement
30
12
Failing
39
56.7
1.5
36.6
African
American
2.8
1.5
White
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
39
The English High School
School Web Site: www.englishhs.org
Ligia Noriega-Murphy, Headmaster
Phone: 617 635-8979
Theme(s): Post Secondary Education for All
Size (approximately 800 students)
School Uniforms
AVID and Advisory Programs
Advanced Placement Courses (9 Total)
Extended Day
Three Small Learning Communities
9th Grade Academy
ETV/Radio/Digital Media Programs
Teen Health Center Intensive Support Program
On-site Alternative Education Program
Mediation and Conflict Program
Please check all
that apply:
___ K-12
___ 6-12
X HS
 Small School
Pilot School
X School with
learning
communities
 Exam School
 Tech./Voc.
School
 Horace Mann
Charter School
 Special
Program
Dual enrollment program at Boston University
Service Trips
Upward Bound Programs at Boston University, Suffolk University, and Wheelock College
After School Tutoring Programs
Extra Curricular and sports activities

The National Honor Society
Debate Team
Mock Trial Team
Football
Soccer (boys and girls)
Cheerleading
Basketball (boys and girls)
Volleyball
Indoor/Outdoor Track, Baseball
Softball
International Youth Program (after school)
Tutoring
Gymcraftics
Most Improved Debate Team- 2010
Fox 25 New England Best High School Newscast – 2008
Boys‘ Baseball Team City Champions 2008 and 2007
Girls Volleyball City Champions 2010 & 2011
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EDWARD M. KENNEDY ACADEMY FOR HEALTH CAREERS
MAILING ADDRESS:
360 HUNTINGTON AVENUE 102 CAHNERS HALL
BOSTON, MA, 02115
PHONE: (617) 373-8576
CAREN WALKER GREGORY, HEADMASTER
HOURS: 7:25 AM - 2:30 PM
Early February (Date 2/8/13)
Requirements
Selection Form.
Graduated: 100%
Dropped Out: 0%
Still in School: 0%
GED: 0%
Recommended
Information Sessions
November 14, 2012 at 6:00pm
December 08, 2012 at 10:00am
January 09, 2013 at 6:00pm
January 26, 2013 at 10:00am
4-Year College: 85%
2-Year College: 15%
Unknown: 0%
9th Grade: 58
10th Grade: 55
Total Size: 225
How to Apply:
11th Grade: 40
12th Grade: 72
Lottery:
March 4, 2013
ELA
MATH
Proficiency
Rate: 76%
MCAS
Proficiency Rate
Rate: 94%
20
Advanced
25
74
Proficient
51
6
Needs Improvement
18
0
Failing
5
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
Hispanic
Asian
43.1
1.8
49.8
African
American
2.2
1.8
White
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
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Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health
Careers
A Horace Mann Charter Public School in partnership with the
Boston Public Schools and Northeastern University
On Sunday, April 25, 2010 our school was renamed in honor of the late US
Senator Edward M. Kennedy. Senator Kennedy imagined a future of
educational excellence for all children, as well as health care and
economic opportunity for all families. Because of his lifetime of public
service, we are closer to these goals now than we have ever been. The
staff and students of the Kennedy Academy work each day to realize the
future he imagined for all of us.
The Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers is a small,
academically rigorous learning community for students who express an
interest in the health professions. Kennedy Academy supports students as
they develop the academic, social, and personal skills they will need to
succeed in higher education and in health care careers. Individual
guidance and support help each student set high expectations for personal
achievement.
Located on the campus of Northeastern University, Kennedy Academy
offers students an opportunity to experience their high school years within
an urban college environment, with access to university state-of-the-art
science laboratories and libraries.
Kennedy Academy has a well-educated and committed staff; almost 60%
have dual certification in special education. There is a full-time health
engagement coordinator who oversees all collaborations and external
relationships between Kennedy Academy, medical facilities, and higher
education institutions. The health engagement coordinator organizes all
field experiences/experiential learning opportunities for students and staff
and has collaborated with area employers to secure job shadowing and
employment opportunities for students. Kennedy Academy prepares
students for college and the health professions through a strong curriculum
in math, science, technology, health, history, world language, and English.
We provide college counseling through junior and senior seminars.
Parents may participate as member of the Board of Trustees. Parents
participate in college planning and financial aid workshops, various
fundraisers, year-end awards, and other activities. Parents attend a
curriculum orientation in the fall and individual parent/teacher conferences
three times a year. Kennedy Academy has two social workers who support
parents and students with academic, social, emotional and health issues.
We have partnerships with Brigham & Women‘s Hospital, Massachusetts
General Hospital, Partners Healthcare, Center for Community Health
Education (CCHERS), Boston Private Industry Council, Efficacy Institute,
Harvard School of Public Health, TJX Companies, and Children‘s Hospital.
The Kennedy Academy continues to be committed to the children of
Boston and to public education and believes that hard work combined
with constant, effective effort will lead to positive results. The school is a
collaborative effort of the Boston Public Schools and Northeastern
University.
Fenwood Campus Address
Grades 9-10
10 Fenwood Road
Boston, MA 02115
(617) 635- 8450
Fenway Campus Address
Grades 11-12
102 Cahners Hall
360 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02115
(617) 373- 8576
Headmaster
Dr. Caren Walker Gregory
Assistant Headmaster
Ms. Angela Hedley
Director of Curriculum &
Instruction
Ms. Julie Caldarone
Health Engagement Coordinator
Kristin Driscoll
Guidance/Student Support
Carmen Calderón O‘Hara
Luella Ferrill Carter
Student Body
There are 277 students enrolled
at the beginning of SY2012-2013.
The student population is:
51% Black
38% Latino
5% White
4% Asian
2% Native American
12% SPED
8% English Language Learners.
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EXCEL HIGH SCHOOL
MAILING ADDRESS:
95 G STREET (SOUTH BOSTON EDUCATION COMPLEX)
SOUTH BOSTON, MA 02127
PHONE: (617) 635-9870
STEPHANIE SIBLEY, HEADMASTER
HOURS: 7:20 AM – 1:40 PM
(EARLY DISMISSAL: 11:45AM)
How to Apply:
Form.
Graduated: 56.4%
Dropped Out: 12.1%
GED: 2.9%
February 1, 2013
4-Year College: 43%
2-Year College: 24%
Unknown: 24%
9th Grade: 176
10th Grade: 111
Total Size: 660
11th Grade: 209
12th Grade: 160
MCAS
ELA
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
MATH
Proficiency
Rate: 66%
Proficiency
Rate: 63%
5
Advanced
28
61
Proficient
35
29
Needs Improvement
23
5
Failing
14
Hispanic
Asian
29.5
21.2
35.3
African
American
12.6
1.1
White
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
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Excel High School
apply:
___ K-12
___ 6-12
X HS
X Mid-size School
School Web Site: www.excelhigh.org
Ruthie Aframe
617-635-9870 X1010
[email protected]
Theme(s): Excel High School offers a college preparatory program that includes learning opportunities in
advanced science and math related courses.
Excel High School is a mid-size high school with a diverse staff and student body. With a student enrollment of 620, it is
one of two high schools located at the South Boston Education Complex. We house the SEI Program for Vietnamese
students and several programs for students with disabilities including those on the autism spectrum. We have a high
graduation rate and a positive and safe learning environment. Over 80% of our students enroll in either a two or four
year college and the Class of 2012 earned over three million in merit scholarship money. Excel High School is unique
because it truly shapes the curriculum around students‘ needs, interests, and talents. We offer a full array of
Advanced Placement courses to make sure students are prepared to be successful in college-level work as well as
an in-house after school credit recovery program to help students get back on track in order to graduate within 4
years. We believe Excel is a good fit for students who want to challenge themselves by taking advanced courses in
math, science, and engineering but also enjoy liberal arts courses such as Creative Writing, African American Music,
Urban Dance, Psychology, Cinema Classics, and Journalism.
Teachers are organized into grade-level teams and this school year, the 9th grade team is excited about launching
AVID (Advancement via Individual Determination) which is a program designed to ―close the achievement gap by
preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society.‖ The 9th grade team also offers
―Homework Helpers‖, an afterschool program that helps freshmen with the transition from middle school to high
school. We also offer afterschool programs that give students opportunities to pursue their interests in community
service, art, dance, student leadership, debate, National Honor Society, and robotics.
Community partners and enrichment opportunities for students:
Our core community partners are the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston, Vertex Pharmaceuticals, and Boston Debate
League. The following programs offer our students academic enrichment and/or internship opportunities: UMASS
Boston (Urban Scholars, Upward Bound and Admissions Guaranteed Program), Castle Software Company, the Boston
Bar Association, Summer Search, Harvard Medical Center, Medicine Wheel, South Boston Neighborhood House,
Fisher College, Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology, Boston Private Industry Council, Institute of Contemporary
Art, and the Vietnamese Intercollegiate program in Boston.
Athletic offerings:
Our sports teams include Football, Soccer (girls and boys), Volleyball, Baseball, Basketball (Girls and Boys), Indoor and
Outdoor Track (Co-Ed), Softball, and Cheerleading.
Second recipient of the Thomas Payzant School on
the Move Prize for $100, 000.00
Reebok Award for Human Rights, $12,000.00
Third Place in the National Vocabulary Contest
2012 National Forensics League Qualifier
2012 Urban Debate Nationals Qualifier
2012 Amgen Award for Science Teaching
Excellence
Boston University Scholarships (2012)
Northeastern University Scholarships (2012)
Posse Foundation Scholarship (2012)
Boys Indoor Track City Champions (2012)
Named one of the best schools in the United
States (US News 2012)
Awarded $20,000 grant for Urbanity Dance
Program (2012)
Second recipient of the Thomas Payzant School on
the Move Prize (2006)
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FENWAY HIGH SCHOOL
MAILING ADDRESS:
174 IPSWICH STREET
BOSTON, MA 02215
PHONE: (617) 635-9911
PEGGY KEMP, HEADMASTER
HOURS: 8:40 AM - 3:30 PM
(8:40AM - 2:20PM TU., 8:40AM - 2:25PM FRI.)
How to Apply:
Janurary 25, 2013
Requirements
 Two letters of
recommendation (school
advisors and academic
teacher)
 Current and past year
transcripts
 Essay
 mark this school as one of
Selection Form.
Optional Open House
November-January
Check website for updates:
http://www.fenwayhs.org/ad
missions
Graduated: 82.9%
Dropped Out: 8.6%
GED: 0%
4-Year College: 80%
2-Year College: 5%
Unknown: 10%
9th Grade: 85
10th Grade: 83
Total Size: 322
11th Grade: 82
12th Grade: 72
April 2013
MCAS
ELA
MATH
Proficiency
Rate: 91%
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
Proficiency
Rate: 82%
13
Advanced
78
Proficient
40
42
Hispanic
Asian
47.2
2.5
Needs Improvement
18
0
Failing
0
African
American
7.8
1.6
9
40.4
White
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
45
Fenway High School
School Web Site: www.fenwayhs.org
Peggy Kemp
Phone: 617-635-9911
Theme(s): Work hard. Be yourself. Do the right thing.
Applicant families are invited to attend any of four optional school previews before
January 15.
Application must be submitted by January 31, 2012. (No academic entrance
requirements)
Please check all
that apply:
___ K-12
___ 6-12
X HS
 Small School
X Pilot School
 School with
small learning
communities
 Exam School
 Tech./Voc.
School
 Horace Mann
Charter School
 Special
Program
Over 25 years of experience in educating Boston youth
A diverse, respectful, community-spirited student and faculty population, grouped in ―Houses‖
A wide network of outside collaborators, including businesses, non-profit organizations, and colleges
Fenway Ventures program prepares students to succeed in the adult work world
Proven academic achievement: in 2008, 2009, and 2010 100% of Fenway seniors graduated. College
admissions rate of 90%.
Project Week: all students and staff investigate topics of interest in Boston and environs
Dual enrollment at Emmanuel College for juniors and seniors
Six week internships (unpaid) for all students in their last term of senior year
Division IV State Champions – Girls‘ Basketball
Fenway athletic teams: basketball, softball, baseball
Opportunities to play on cooperative teams for soccer, football, hockey, track, and swimming, and
volley ball
After school clubs, including Sister 2 Sister and MORE (for youths of color)
Recognized for excellence service to young men of color by COSEBOC
Designated a National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education
One of original ten New American High Schools, U.S. Department of Education
One of 12 Breakthrough High Schools, National Association of Secondary School Principals
COMPASS School, MA State Board of Education
First (and only) Human Rights Award for Student Activism, Reebok
One of America‘s Best High Schools / U S News and World Reports
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GREATER EGLESTON COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL
MAILING ADDRESS:
80 SCHOOL STREET
ROXBURY, MA 02119
PHONE: (617) 635-6429
JULIE COLES, HEADMASTER
HOURS: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
How to Apply:
Form.
Data not Available
February 1, 2013
Data not Available
Note*
MCAS data is unavailable for
cohorts with less than 10
students.
9th Grade: 19
10th Grade: 34
Total Size: 290
11th Grade: 28
12th Grade: 78
MCAS
ELA
MATH
Proficiency
Rate:
unavailable
Proficiency
Rate:
unavailable
13
Advanced
40
78
Proficient
42
9
Needs Improvement
18
0
Failing
0
47
Greater Egleston High School
apply:
___ K-12
___ 6-12
X HS
X Small School
X Pilot School
Three programs… One mission: Educate all students well
Dean of Students, K. Michael Thompson
Phone: 617-635-6429
School Hours: Mon. – Thurs. 7:50 – 2:30 Fri. 9:00 – 3:00
Average class size: 15 - 20
Theme(s):
Scholars Academy (10th/11th grades)
College Prep Academy (12th grade)
Online Learners Academy (overage students)
Greater Egleston is a school with high academic and classroom performance standards. The entire GEHS faculty and staff
are committed to the belief that all students are capable of achieving. Greater Egleston is also a safe and welcoming
place for young adults who need a second chance to achieve their educational goals. Our mission is to prepare our
students to pursue a degree in higher education or career training institute.
Students ages 16-21 are welcome to apply.
1. Contact the school to schedule an interview.
2. A parent, legal guardian must accompany the student to the interview.
3. Interviews do not guarantee acceptance. Interviews are for the purpose of determining whether or not the school
will be a good match for potential candidates. That determination is made by the school, the student and her/his
family.
Greater Egleston is a three-year alternative and pilot high school for 10th – 12th graders. We emphasize character
development, academic achievement and college to career preparation. In addition to meeting GEHS academic
requirements and passing MCAS, students develop portfolios, are required to take the SATs and apply to colleges or career
training programs.
Weekly community service internships
Seniors‘ College Immersion Program - ten weeks in
college classes
Suffolk University Marshall-Brennan Constitutional Law
Program
Early Investors-Bryant University. ―Economics and
Financial Literacy‖ Program
MIT 10,000 Architects Project
ROI Partnership (PIC, United Way, Diamond
Educators, BPS)
JFY Networks-Accuplacer Prep Program
SAT Prep Program
Student representation on GEHS governance board
Year round college events
Extra Curricular and sports activities
Online courses for credit recovery
Summer education programs to accelerate the pace for earning or recovering missed credits.
Credit opportunities for participation in external educational/learning settings
2011 City of Boston, City Council ―Resolution‖ and Recognition for Summer
Experiential Education Program (SEEP)
2009 Private Industry Council Achiever Award: Headmaster, Julie Coles
2008 National Endowment for the Arts ―Big Read‖ Certificates of Achievement
2008 National Youth Leadership Forum – Honorary Certificate
2008 Greater Egleston student awarded Greater Four Corners ―Hidden Heroes‖ Award
2006 Urban Edges ―Unsung Hero‖ Certificate of Achievement: Student, Laura Rosa ‗06
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MADISON PARK HIGH SCHOOL
MAILING ADDRESS:
75 MALCOLM X BLVD
ROXBURY, MA 02120
PHONE: (617) 635-8970
QUEON JACKSON, HEADMASTER
HOURS: 7:40 AM - 2:00 PM
How to Apply:
Form.
Graduated: 64%
Dropped Out: 21.5%
GED: 1.2%
February 1, 2013
4-Year College: 21%
2-Year College: 36%
Unknown: 29%
9th Grade: 372
10th Grade: 376
Total Size: 1,259
11th Grade: 276
12th Grade: 234
Special Education: 33%
MCAS
ELA
MATH
Proficiency
Rate: 49%
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
Proficiency
Rate: 37%
2
Advanced
47
Proficient
9
28
Hispanic
Asian
47.0
1.7
1.9
42
Needs Improvement
36
10
Failing
27
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
44.6
4.1
999
999
999
African
American
White
49
Madison Park Technical Vocational High School
School Web Site: www.madisonparkhs.org
Contact for more information.
Queon Jackson, Headmaster
617 635-8970
[email protected]
Average class size: 25 – 30
Vocational Class size: 20
Theme(s):
We are a technical vocational high school that offers 18 vocational programs including,
Culinary Arts, Medical, Dental and Nursing Assisting, Cosmetology, Auto Tech, Collision
Repair, Carpentry, Electricity, Facilities Management, Plumbing, Sheet Metal, Office
Technology, ISSN (Networking and Computer Repair), Hospitality, Travel and Tourism
Management, Printing, TV Production and Design & Visual Communication.
Please check all
that apply:
___ K-12
___ 6-12
X HS
 Small School
 Pilot School
X School with
small learning
communities
 Exam School
X Tech./Voc.
School
 Horace Mann
Charter School
 Special
Program
Yes, Admission to Madison Park is by a lottery. Because of the nature of our school, we
can only admit the number of students who can safely work in shop areas. Early
application is recommended as the school fills and there is always a waiting list. Parents and students must be
aware of our technical vocational status that requires the students to obtain a certificate of competency in
their chosen vocational program in order to graduate.
We are the only technical vocational high school in the City of Boston. Students get to explore all vocational
programs in Grade 9 before choosing their technical/vocational major. Most of our students go on to college,
technical training schools, apprenticeship programs or other forms of further education or employment. Most
of our programs offer Industry Credentials that allow students to enter the workforce at an advanced level
while continuing their education. Freshman Academy students are required to wear uniforms. Students in
specific vocational programs are also required to wear uniforms relevant to their vocation.
We have on-the-job internships for students in many of the vocations offered, as well as local work/co-op
affiliations for all of our programs. We offer programs in conjunction with the Benjamin Franklin Institute of
Technology, Roxbury Community College, Bunker Hill Community College, Northeastern University CFES
(College for Every Student), Harvard University, the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, to name a few. We have
agreements with area colleges and apprenticeship programs that give our students dual enrollment credit.
We have a competitive sports program for both male and female students, as well as a fully accredited JROTC
program. We offer many extracurricular after school activities including MCAS prep, tutoring, and academic
clubs. We are a member of SkillsUSA and the National Honor Society.
2007 NEASC Accreditation of Tech Voc Program
2007 Milken Educator of the Year
Boston Teachers of the Year since 2003
PIC (Private Industry Council) Teacher Achievement Awards since 2002
2008 Comcast Grant
2008 National Endowment for the Arts Grant
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MARY LYON UPPER SCHOOL
MAILING ADDRESS:
95 BEECHCROFT ST.
BRIGHTON, MA 02135
PHONE: (617) 635-8351
JEAN-DOMINIQUE HERVE ANOH, PRINCIPAL
HOURS: 8:25 AM - 3:40 PM
How to Apply:
Form.
Graduated: n/a*
Dropped Out: n/a*
Still in School: n/a*
GED: n/a*
child‘s school by
February 1, 2013
4-Year College: n/a*
2-Year College: n/a*
Unknown: n/a*
*Mary Lyon is a pilot K-12
school expanded from a K-8.
Because the first cohort has
not yet graduated there is no
long-term student outcome
data.
9th Grade: 24
10th Grade: 32
Total Size: 81
11th Grade: 25
12th Grade: 0
MCAS
ELA
Proficiency
Rate: 84%
4
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
MATH
Proficiency
Rate: 92%
Advanced
Hispanic
32
Asian
80
Proficient
30.9
4.9
60
16
Needs Improvement
8
0
Failing
0
28.4
African
American
29.6
4.9
White
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
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Mary Lyon Pilot High School
Grades 9 – 12
95 Beechcroft Street Brighton, MA 02135
School Web Site: www.boston.k12.ma.us/lyon
JD Hervé Anoh, Headmaster
[email protected]/
617-635-8351
Theme(s): Full Inclusion 14 general education students and 6 students
with disabilities in each class
General Education seats determined by lottery, Special Education seats
determined through IEP process
apply:
___ K-12
___ 6-12
_X__ HS
_X__ Small School
_X__ Pilot School
learning
communities
 Exam School
 Tech./Voc.
School
 Horace Mann
Charter School
 Special Program
Grades 9 – 12 Pilot school
Full inclusion, small class size, co-teaching model, all teachers are dually certified in General Curriculum and
Moderate Special Needs.
SMART Board technology used as a daily instructional tool
Special opportunities for students:
Student government
After school tutoring is available
After-school/extra-curricular and sports opportunities:
Co-op with Brighton High School for sport
Dancing Club, Running Club, Ultimate Frisbee Club, Boxing club, Debate Club, Guitar Club Book Club.
Awards or honors of note:
Effective Practice School
Strategic Practice School
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MARGARITA MUÑIZ ACADEMY
MAILING ADDRESS:
AGASSIZ BUILIDNG
20 CHILD STREET
JAMAICA PLAIN MA 02130
How to Apply:
Data Unavailable
Form.
child‘s school by
February 1, 2013
Data Unavailable
Applicants need to mark this school
as one of your top choices and take
a language proficiency assessment
in Spanish and English to determine
their ability to succeed in the dual
language program prior to
admission. Qualifying students will
be selected through the district
lottery.
9th grade: 80 students
Data Unavailable
MCAS
ELA
MATH
Proficiency rate: *
unavailable
Proficiency rate: *
unavailable
Admissions priority is given to
students who graduate from dual
language schools including the
Hurley K-8, Sarah Greenwood K-8,
and the Rafael Hernandez K-8.
These students are exempt from this
initial assessment in the first year
(2012-2013).
*School is newly opened in 2012; no
MCAS scores on record at this time.
Advanced
Proficient
Needs Improvement
Failing
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
Hispanic
Asian
0
0
0
African
American
0
0
White
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
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School Address:
20 Child Street
Jamaic, Plain
Contact for more
Information:
Dr. Dania Vázquez, Headmaster
617-635-8198
School Website:
munizacademy.org
Grades: 9 through 12
Opening September, 2012 with
the founding class of 9th graders.
Small School:
Each grade will be added through
full enrollment of 320 students in
all grades.
Margarita Muñiz
Academy
The Margarita Muñiz Academy is Boston Public School’s first dual-language
high school! Muñiz Academy has opened with our founding 9th graders –
graduates in 2016! We are a school dedicated to preparing citizens and leaders
who are fluent in English and Spanish. Every student will be ready for college and
contribute to the community and beyond. MMA partners with families and
community to realize our mission together!
Living and Learning in Two Languages
Highlights of Learning at Margarita Muñiz Academy
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Average Class Size: 20- 22
Extended School Day:
9 to 4:15, Monday to Thursday;
Friday early release at 12:30pm
After-school programs:
Arts
Tutoring
Field Work and Internships
Health and Fitness Activities
School Uniforms
Information Sessions
at Muñiz Academy
November 28, 2012
9:30am to 10:30am
December 5, 2012
9:30am to 10:30am
January 23, 2013
9:30am to 10:30am
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College Prep
Muñiz Academy is a college preparatory high school.
Students will learn in a dual-language learning model –
Spanish and English.
Learning is student-centered, designed around expeditions and
inquiry projects that are about social change and real connections
to the community.
Internships and Field-work
Competitive College Scholarships
Music Education
Every student will learn music through the internationally
recognized El Sistema program:
 Instrumental Lessons
 Orchestral and Choral Work
 Private Lessons
21st Century Technology
Muñiz Academy students and staff will use technology as a core tool for learning.
Apply to Muñiz Academy!
All Boston students are welcome to choose the Muñiz Academy
through the BPS assignment process. Choose Muñiz Academy as your
top choice on the Boston Public Schools High School Choice
Application!
Students with their families will be invited to participate in orientation
and information sessions regarding the overall school program after
their assignment is confirmed.
Admissions priority will be given to students who graduate from dual
language middle schools including the Hurley K-8, Sarah Greenwood K8, and the Rafael Hernández, K-8.
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NEW MISSION HIGH SCHOOL
MAILING ADDRESS:
655 METROPOLITAN AVE
HYDE PARK, MA, 02136
PHONE: (617)-635-6425
NAIA WILSON, HEADMASTER
HOURS: 7:45 AM - 2:30 PM
March 1st, 2013
Requirements
 Attendance at information
session
Selection Form.
Graduated: 87.7%
Dropped Out: 4.6%
GED: 0%
Open House Dates
4-Year College: 44%
2-Year College: 32%
Unknown: 22%
November 7, 2012 @ 6:00 pm
December 8, 2012 @ 10:00 am
9th Grade: 61
10th Grade: 62
Total Size: 258
January 5, 2013 @ 10:00 am
11th Grade: 65
12th Grade: 69
ELA
Proficiency
Rate: 94%
MCAS
Proficiency Rate
Rate: 85%
6
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
MATH
Advanced
Hispanic
54
Asian
79
Proficient
40
15
Needs Improvement
6
0
Failing
0
34.5
0.4
61.2
African
American
2.7
0.4
White
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
55
New Mission High School
Contact for more information
Naia Wilson, [email protected]
617-212-4912 or 617-635-6437
Theme(s):
College preparatory
Small - Personalized environment
Social Justice
Application required, interview and essay
Please check all
that apply:
___ K-12
___ 6-12
X HS
 Small School
X Pilot School
 School with
small learning
communities
 Exam School
 Tech./Voc.
School
 Horace Mann
Charter School
 Special
Program
Strong social justice and college & career success program
DUAL enrollment and portfolios
AVID Program
Advisory model used to increase personalization and college access
Senior seminar course to support the college application and financial aid process
C- minimum policy for passing
Students have the opportunity to participate in honors level and AP courses.
Students have the opportunity to enroll in college level courses at RCC, Benjamin Franklin Institute, and
Wentworth Institute of Technology.
Community service is a strong component of our curriculum.
Seniors have an internship and are required to do a senior defense in their senior year.
Online credit recovery and Saturday school for students in need of additional support
Student Government
Debate Team
Basketball
Football, baseball & Track and Field
Girls Soccer & Softball
Cheerleading
Step & Dance Team
After-school Homework Center & Tutoring
2011 Finalist for the Edvestor‘s 100k School on the Move Award
Named a 2011 Commendation School by Governor Patrick
Designated as a Commendation School by Governor Deval Patrick and the Board of Education , 2011
100% pass rate for ELA and MATH MCAS, spring 2011
Recommended to be highlighted for Drop Out Prevention Program – Mission Advocates
3 Gates Millennium Scholars, 2010
Healthy Schools Award, 2010
Awarded ―Most Successful Debate Team‖ by the Urban Debate League, 2011
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O'BRYANT SCHOOL OF MATH AND SCIENCE
MAILING ADDRESS:
55 MALCOLM X BLVD
ROXBURY, MA 02120
PHONE: (617) 635-9932
STEVEN SULLIVAN, PRINCIPAL
HOURS: 7:20 AM - 1:40 PM
How to Apply:
combination of ISEE
(Independent School
Graduated: 93.7%
Dropped Out: 2.3%
GED: 0.5%
on November 3, 2011
4-Year College: 59%
2-Year College: 9%
Unknown: 28%
available for the ISEE make-up
9th Grade: 284
10th Grade: 316
Total Size: 1,313
11th Grade: 239
12th Grade: 193
Visit
ols.org/exam for more detaills.
MCAS
ELA
Proficiency
Rate: 93%
17
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
MATH
Proficiency
Rate: 83%
Advanced
Hispanic
47
Asian
76
Proficient
28.0
20.7
36
7
Needs Improvement
15
0
Failing
2
37.5
African
American
11.1
0.9
White
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
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John D. O’Bryant School of Mathematics and Science
School Web Site: www.obryant.us
Contact for more information
Steven Sullivan, Headmaster
Phone: (617) 635-9932
Phone: (617) 635-9932
apply:
___ K-12
X 7-12
___ HS
 Small School
 Pilot School
learning
communities
X Exam School
The O'Bryant is a diverse, supportive community of learners that engages in a rigorous and comprehensive Science, Technology,
Engineering, and Mathematics program integrated with Humanities. Our college-preparatory school enables our students to reach
their full potential and become leaders who will shape the direction of society.
Students are admitted in grades 7, 9, and 10 only. Admission is based upon a student‘s score on the Independent School Entrance
Examination (ISEE), taken in grades 6, 8, and 9 as well as grade-point average.
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One of Boston‘s three examination schools.
John D. O‘Bryant was a BPS educator and the first
African-American elected to the Boston School
Committee.
The only examination school that mirrors student
population of BPS
7th, 8th, and 9th grade students are clustered in small
learning communities
Students perform exceptionally well on the MCAS,
exceeding district and state averages. 97% of Grade 10
students scored Advanced or Proficient on the spring
2012 Mathematics MCAS and 98% scored Advanced or
Proficient on the spring 2010 ELA MCAS.
Advanced Placement classes offered: Calculus (AB &
BC), Physics B, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental
Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Microeconomics,
English Language & Composition, English Literature &
Composition, United States History, United States
Government & Politics, European History, Spanish
Language, and French.
91% of graduates go directly to postsecondary
institutions, such as Harvard, MIT, Brown, Columbia,
Dartmouth, Cornell, Morehouse, Smith, Spelman,
Wellesley, Tufts, BC, and BU
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Partnership with the institutions of the Longwood Medical
and Academic Area: Brigham and Women‘s Hospital,
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Children‘s Hospital,
Harvard Medical School, Wheelock College, Wentworth
Institute of Technology, Simmons College).
―Engineering, Arts, Science, and Technology‖ – special
elective pathway that partners with Massachusetts
Institute of Technology and Wentworth Institute.
Provides project-based engineering tied to the state
frameworks. Students design and build underwater
vehicles, robots, etc.
Enrichment programs: Harvard Crimson Academy,
Upward Bound Program, Summer Search Program, MIT
Science of Baseball Summer Program, MIT STEM Summer
Program, MIT SEED Academy, MIT MITES Program, John F.
Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, New England
Aquarium, Museum of Science, Museum of Fine Arts.
On campus music program (classes and after school)
through the Roland Hayes School of Music.
Numerous opportunities (internships, job shadowing,
employment) available through Boston Private Industry
Council (PIC) and our other community, university and
business partners.
Amnesty International, Anime, Art, Asian Culture, Bridge Building, Boston-Area Youth Organizing Project, Cape Verdean Culture,
Environmental, Fashion, Robotics Team, Foodies, Gay/Straight Alliance (GSA), Haitian Culture, Hip-Hop Dance, History and Debate,
Key, Machine Science, Mock Trial, MVP, National Honor Society, National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship, Navy Junior
Reserve Officer Training Corps (NJROTC), NJROTC Drill Team, National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), OB Pride, O’Bryant Edition
(newspaper), Paw Prints (literary magazine), Ski and Snowboard, Step Squad, Student Council, Students without Borders, Talented
and Gifted (TAG),Volunteer, Yearbook (middle and high school), Yoga.
Our athletic teams are often in contention for City Championships and often qualify for the MIAA state tournament, including
football, Soccer, Cross Country, Volleyball, Basketball,Hockey, Tennis, Swimming, Indoor Track & Field, Outdoor Track & Field,
Baseball, Softball, Cheerleading, Rowing and Squash.
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Gold Medal (2012) from US News and World Report,
―America‘s Best High Schools‖
Blue Ribbon Award (2010)
Siemens Award for Advanced Placement
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Vanguard Award for outstanding Advanced Placement
educational program from MassInsight
Over 90% of professional staff hold advanced degrees
beyond the bachelor‘s degree level
Several Boston Teachers of the Year
Several National Board Certified Teachers
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QUINCY UPPER SCHOOL
MAILNG ADDRESS:
152 ARLINGTON STREET
BOSTON, MA 02116
PHONE: (617) 635-8940
STEPHEN CIRASUOLO, HEADMASTER
HOURS: M, T, TH, F: 7:45 AM-2:45 PM,
W: 7:45 AM -11:45 AM
Graduated: 73.2%
Dropped Out: 2.4%
GED: 0%
How to Apply:
Form.
2.) Turn this into your child‘s
school by:
February 1, 2013
4-Year College: 67%
2-Year College: 6%
Unknown: 27%
9th
Grade: 63
10th Grade: 39
Total Size: 513
11th Grade: 60
12th Grade: 59
Note: Grade 5 students who
attend the Quincy Elementary
School have first priority for
admission to Quincy Upper
School for grade 6. It is
expected that few, if any,
seats will be available to
applicants for grades 9-12.
MCAS
Proficiency
ELA
Rate: 59%
6
Proficiency
MATH
Rate: 47%
Advanced
16
53
Proficient
31
36
Needs Improvement
35
5
Failing
18
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
Hispanic
Asian
17.9
51.9
22.2
African
American
5.7
1.9
White
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
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Quincy Upper School
Stephen Cirasuolo, Headmaster
Phone: 617-635-8940
Theme(s):
Four pavilions: informational, cultural, pathfinding, renewal
Commitment to academic excellence
International Baccalaureate(IB)Program, gr. 6-12
AVID program, gr. 6-10 (6-12)
World languages for all students
Strong theatre, musical and visual arts programs
Daily physical education
Teachers serving in active leadership roles
Please check all
that apply:
___ K-12
X 6-12
___ HS
X Small School
X Pilot School
X School with
small learning
communities
 Exam School
 Tech./Voc.
School
 Horace Mann
Charter School
 Special
Program
Josiah Quincy Upper (JQUS) is conceptually part of a K-12 complex that includes Josiah Quincy Elementary School
(JQES). Students at the completion of grade 5 at JQES automatically move up to JQUS.
We regard JQUS as a permanent work in progress. School-based curriculum teams are always searching for curricula
and strategies in all subjects to improve the quality of the school‘s instructional programs. Currently, teachers are
immersed in infusing the IB Diploma Program in grades 11 and 12 and planning for the formal introduction of the IB
Middle Program in grades 6-10. Teachers also assume significant leadership roles in school decision making. Students
are assigned to advisory groups that meet regularly with teacher leaders. The school has a longer school day four
days a week. Teachers participate weekly in meetings of grade teams and/or subject teams. We have a strong
college counseling program. JQUS also offers extensive after school activities.
Quincy Upper School is authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization to offer the International
Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IBDP) to students in grades 11-12. We expect to receive approval in 2011-2012 of a
proposal we submitted to the International Baccalaureate for formal authorization to offer IB‘s Middle Years Program
(MYP) for grades 6-10. We are at this time already conducting this program informally based on our proposal to IBO.
IB Diploma and Certificates
School orchestra
Summer Search program
Debate competitions
Summer internships
Advisory Student Council
Wrestling club
Cross Country club
Volleyball
Soccer
Football
Math help/tutoringDebate club
Chess club
Thespian troupe
Spring play production
Dance team
Robolab club
Programming class
Ping Pong Club
Cooking club
Yearbook club
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SNOWDEN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
MAILING ADDRESS:
150 NEWBURY STREET
BOSTON, MA 02116
PHONE: (617) 635-9989
CARA LIVERMORE, HEADMASTER
HOURS: 8:00 AM - 2:20 PM
How to Apply:
Form.
Graduated: 74.7%
Dropped Out: 9.1%
GED: 3%
February 1, 2013
4-Year College: 51%
2-Year College: 13%
Unknown: 31%
9th Grade: 136
10th Grade: 114
Total Size: 410
11th Grade: 85
12th Grade: 75
MCAS
ELA
MATH
Proficiency
Rate: 77%
3
74
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
Proficiency
Rate: 67%
Advanced
Proficient
30
37
Hispanic
Asian
43.4
9.0
Needs Improvement
24
1
Failing
9
African
American
8.3
1.7
21
37.1
White
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
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Muriel S. Snowden International School at
Copley
School Web Site: www.snowdeninternationalschool.org
Michael Allen
Phone: 617-635-9989
Theme(s):
International Baccalaureate World School (IB), International Studies and World
Languages
apply:
___ K-12
___ 6-12
X HS
X Small School
 Pilot School
learning
communities
 Exam School
 Tech./Voc.
School
 Horace Mann
Charter School
X Special Program
Any special application processes: NA
IB Diploma program, College preparatory with a focus on International Studies and World Languages, AVID
Program, Calderwood Writing Center housed at Snowden for in-school and after-school help, and a strong
travel/study component
Travel/studies component for immersion in a world language and/or community service
Model United Nations Club, Student Government, Asian Culture Club, Theater, Dance Team, School
Magazine/Cougar Reader, Soccer, Track, Volleyball, Basketball, Ice Hockey, Softball, Baseball, Football,
Wrestling
US News & World Report Bronze Status as Outstanding School in USA
Accredited by the NEAS&C
Recognition as a High Performing School by the Massachusetts Office of Educational Quality and
Accountability in 2007 Study
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TECHBOSTON ACADEMY
MAILING ADDRESS:
9 PEACEVALE ROAD
PHONE: (617) 635-1615
MARY BENSON SKIPPER, HEADMASTER
HOURS: 8:15 AM - 3:55 PM
(8:15 AM - 11:30 AM ON FRI.)
How to Apply:
Form.
4-YR GRADUATION DATA*
February 1, 2013
Graduated: 66.3%
Dropped Out: 14.5%
GED: 4.8%
POST –GRADUATE INTENTIONS*
Unknown: 27.7%
*Most recent data is from 2012
9th Grade: 155
10th Grade: 151
Total Size: 939
11th Grade: 119
12th Grade: 93
MCAS
ELA
Proficiency
Rate: 69%
Proficiency
Rate: 77%
7
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
MATH
Advanced
Hispanic
34
Asian
70
Proficient
23
Needs Improvement
22
0
Failing
10
24.3
4.3
35
64.1
African
American
4.8
1.9
White
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
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TechBoston Academy
School Web Site: http://www.techbostonacademy.org
Shandu Williams
Phone: 617-635-1615
Theme(s): Project-based, interdisciplinary learning where technology is the tool
that connects students to their learning.
Any special application processes: No.
1:1 laptop ratio for students in grades 9-12
Net books provided for grades 6-8 to use in classes
Academic, social and emotional support for students
Weekly professional development for staff
Dedicated, involved and highly qualified staff
21st century classroom that include Smart Boards
Afterschool programming includes sports, clubs and tutoring
Inclusion program of students on IEPs
Integration of technology in core subjects
Mentors and tutors for all students
Relationships between students and faculty
Smaller class sizes
Strong community/university/business partnerships
Please check all
that apply:
___ K-12
X 6-12
___ HS
___ Small School
X Pilot School
 School with
small learning
communities
 Exam School
 Tech./Voc.
School
 Horace Mann
Charter School
 Special
Program
Dual enrollment at several local colleges – UMASS Boston, Suffolk University and Ben Franklin
Facing History trip to Europe and Rwanda
JROTC
Onsite full-time PIC Career Specialist
Onsite technology support jobs
Professional technology certification for students
TechBoston Consulting Group
Extracurricular and sports activities:
During-school extracurricular enrichment
Full sports program
Haitian Bilingual Club
Debate Club
Onsite after school leadership programs for grades 6-8
Photography
Pre-collegiate enrichment programs
Student Government
Visited by President Obama, Secretary Arne Duncan and Melinda Gates, March 2010
America's Best High Schools-Bronze Medal, US News and World Report, 2007, 2008, 2009
Top 5 Schools in Boston for Latino Students, UMass Gaston Report, 2007
Nominee Model Secondary School, U.S. DOE, 2006
MTV Featured School, MTV, 2006
Innovative High School Case Study, Dell, 2005
Gates Foundation Innovative High School, Gates Foundation & Education Resource Strategies, 2005
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URBAN SCIENCE ACADEMY
MAILING ADDRESS:
1205 V.F.W. PARKWAY
WEST ROXBURY, MA 02132
PHONE: (617) 635-8930
NICOLE GITTENS, HEADMASTER
HOURS: 7:20 AM - 1:40 PM
How to Apply:
1.)Mark this school as one of
Form.
Graduated: 62.3%
Dropped Out: 9.6%
GED: 2.6%
February 1, 2013
POST-GRADUATE INTENTIONS
4-Year College: 49%
2-Year College: 14%
Unknown: 32%
9th Grade: 154
10th Grade: 167
Total Size: 587
11th Grade: 148
12th Grade: 115
MCAS
ELA
MATH
Proficiency
Rate: 72%
Proficiency
Rate: 66%
7
Advanced
26
65
Proficient
40
26
Needs Improvement
28
2
Failing
6
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
Hispanic
Asian
45.3
1.2
45.0
African
American
6.3
1.2
White
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
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Urban Science Academy
School Web Site: www.urbansci.com
Sheneya Allen Phone: 617.635.8930
x73810
Theme(s): Science, Technology, and Arts
Any special application processes: No
apply:
___ K-12
___ 6-12
X HS
Small School
 Pilot School
learning
communities
 Exam School
 Tech./Voc. School
 Horace Mann
Charter School
 Special Program
Personalized support of every student by monitoring and encouraging
progress toward proficiency and beyond
Graduation requirements that exceed those of most Boston Public Schools
Enrichment opportunities such as electives, AP classes, after school programs and
Saturday School
Co-teaching to support all learners in the classroom
School culture that encourages students to remain engaged in school activities
after the regular school day
Major partnerships with universities, corporations, and private donors
AVID Program being central to the school mission and vision for cohorts of students in preparation for college
success
Unique and specialized programs for families about educational opportunities, community resources, and
college and career development
Public sharing of best instructional practices and exhibitions of student achievement such as showcases,
curriculum nights, and teachers that share professional practice with partnering schools.
Teacher leaders that facilitate and direct professional development, common planning time, and
department meetings.
Students voice is valued and welcomed, as student leaders represent student groups and have decisionmaking authority at the highest levels of school governance.
*Co-taught classes * environmental, biological, technological sciences * laptop computers for students and staff *
AVID * 8 AP courses in science, math, and Humanities *Electives: Instrumental Music, Chorus, PC Repair, Networking,
Debate, Creative Writing, *Visual Arts *Urban Ecology * State of the Art Science and Computer Labs * Outdoor
classroom for interdisciplinary and science related curriculum activities * Parks, rivers, and hiking trails right outside our
doors * internship opportunities and other support through our community partners * strong extended day program *
 Debate Team
 Robotics
 Student Leadership Council
 National Honor Society
 Mentoring program
 Yearbook
 Photography
 Art class
 Computer Technology
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Football
Soccer
Softball
Baseball
Cheerleading
Track and Field
Volleyball
Basketball
Step Team
2012 School on the Move Nominee *2011 School on the Move Finalist *2010 Schools That Can membership *State
Commendation School 2010 *FCOC Grant Recipient, Office of Family and Community Outreach, 2005 * AP Startup
Grant Recipient, College Board, 2006 * REAL Gates Grant Recipient for Innovative Ed. Boston Plan for Excellence,
2006 * Featured School for Exemplary Science Ed. Public Broadcasting System (NOVA), 2007 * Speaker Series: Marie
St. Fleur, Massachusetts State House, 2007 * Students Loving Mathematics, Wentworth Institute of Technology, 2007 *
Boston Debate League Finalists, Boston Debate League, 2008, 2009, 2010 * Excellence in Physics Education, Boston
Globe, 2008 * Passionately Pink for Cure Fundraising, Susan Komen Foundation, 2008, 2009, 2010 * Young Professionals
of Color Speaker Series, Dimock Community Health Center, 2008 *Students‘ Success Jobs Programs * College Night
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WEST ROXBURY ACADEMY
MAILING ADDRESS:
1205 V.F.W. PARKWAY
WEST ROXBURY, MA 02132
PHONE: (617) 635-6956
Rudolph Weekes, Headmaster
HOURS: 7:20 AM - 1:40 PM
How to Apply:
Form.
4-YR GRADUATION DATA*
Graduated: 62.2%
Dropped Out: 27.8%
GED: 2.2%
2.) Turn this form in either to
your child‘s school by:
February 1, 2013
POST –GRADUATE INTENTIONS*
*West Roxbury Academy was
previously known as Brook
Farm/Media High School. The
most recent graduation data
is taken from the population of
this school in 2010.
Unknown: 41%
9th Grade: 177
10th Grade: 177
Total Size: 697
11th Grade: 180
12th Grade: 156
MCAS
ELA
MATH
Proficiency
Rate: 62%
2
60
RACE/ETHNICITY (%)
Proficiency
Rate: 36%
Advanced
Proficient
12
Hispanic
Asian
44.8
1.4
24
33
Needs Improvement
42
6
Failing
22
45.9
African
American
6.6
0.9
White
Multi-Race,
Non-Hispanic
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West Roxbury Academy
Rudolph Weekes, Headmaster
Phone: 617-635-8935
Theme(s): West Roxbury Academy is committed to providing a rigorous
curriculum with an emphasis on business, graphic arts, and marketing that helps
to prepare students for college, careers, and service. -- Students learning
marketing, economics, photography, TV Production, Computer technology and
web design. Members of the NAF – National Academy Foundation
apply:
___ K-12
___ 6-12
X HS
X Small School
 Pilot School
learning
communities
 Exam School
 Tech./Voc.
School
 Horace Mann
Charter School
 Special Program
Our students, teachers, and parents help to build a strong student leadership
and community within the school. Our ELL and Special Education are included
in courses and student leadership, which as resulted in academic successes on the MCAS.
The use of business and media to enhance instruction, plus:
 Television Production and Video-graphy
 Digital Art and Photography
 Web Design
 Partnership with Turner Broadcasting
 Integrated Humanities Curriculum
 SES After-School Tutoring site
 Athletic program by complex
 Uniform Policy: No Uniform
 Perkins Funded School
 Dual Enrollment
 Internships
 National/International travel
 Extra Curricular and sports activities: Debate, Social awareness, Social Activities, JV & Varsity Sports
College Bound, Dual Enrollment, College assistance, Summer Search, POSSE
School wide sports team, National Honor Society, Haitian Club, Math Club, Latino Club, Boys/Girls Mentorship
Group, Boston Urban Debate
National Honor Society recognized school, Adobe Youth Voices grant, Adobe Corporation, 2007, Mobile Lab /
Digital Arts Alliance / FHAO, Pearson, Bronze Award, Healthy Schools Program-William Jefferson Clinton
Foundation, Facing History Grant recipient, Roxbury Film Festival, Student entry, grant recipient, Boston
Architectural College, grant recipient, Boston Educator of the year Adobe Youth Voices, National Board
Certified teacher, Two district wide ELD Categories trainers, Perone Award – Outstanding NAF Academy in the
country, MIAA Sportsmanship Award 2008, 2009, 2010.
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