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Introduction
Annapolis High School is a modified open space, comprehensive high school accredited
by the Middle states Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools.
We have a student body of approximately 1750 in grades nine through
twelve and a faculty of approximately 105. We are located on Riva Road
in East Central Anne Arundel County, four miles from downtown historic
Annapolis, Maryland.
Annapolis High School has an
attendance area that includes the Incorporated City of Annapolis,
and portions of the surrounding Anne Arundel County area. Our
district is bounded by the Severn River on the North, by the South
River on the South, by the Chesapeake Bay on the East, and from
Round Bay to the headwaters of the South River on the West. The
district contains approximately 53,000 people of which 18%
(10,000) are of school age.
Grading System and Class
Rankings
Grades are awarded in four
nine week grading periods and two final exams. Final exams are
required for each semester and count as 20% of the semester grade.
All classes are semesterized.
Weighted
Grading
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Unweighted
Courses
A = 4.0
B = 3.0
C = 2.0
D = 1.0
E = 0.0
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Honors Courses
A = 4.0 + 0.5 = 4.5
B = 3.0 + 0.5 = 3.5
C = 2.0 + 0.5 = 2.5
D = 1.0
E = 0.0
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AP Courses
A = 4.0 + 1.0 = 5.0
B = 3.0 + 1.0 = 4.0
C = 2.0 + 1.0 = 3.0
D = 1.0
E = 0.0
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Class Rank is compiled from the
student's grade point average in descending order. Equal rank is
given to the same grade point average. All subjects taken for
credit are considered equally in computing the grade point
average.
Scholastic Aptitude Tests
(SAT's)
For
2004, Annapolis High School Average SAT scores were 516 Verbal and 523
Math. The mean SAT scores nationally were 505 Verbal and 520 Math. The
school results reflect the scores of a wide range of students since
students of all ability levels take the examination.
Academic
Eligibility
Academic eligibility
requirments specify that in order to participate in any
extracurricular activity, a student must maintain a 2.0 GPA with a
maximum of one "E".
Athletic
Competition
Athletic competition is
availible to all students who have passed a physical by a
physician, have accident insurance and meet academic requirements.
Sports offered include the following: Cross Country, Field Hockey,
Football, Golf, Soccer, Volleyball, Basketball, Indoor Track,
Wrestling, Baseball, Gymnastics, Lacrosse, Softball, Tennis, Track
and Field.
Academic Highlights
Advanced
placement courses include: English, US History , Modem European History,
American Government, Economics, Biology , Chemistry , Physics C, Calculus
AB and BC, Latin, Independent Study, Psychology , Music (Listening
and Theory), Statistics and Computer Science. AP Language and Literature
are offered for German, French and Spanish.
The
International Baccalaureate (IB)Program is available for students
in grade11 & 12. The IB program is a rigorous academic program
which incorporates intercultural experiences with a challenging curriculum.
Students apply in grade 8 to enroll in the Extended Learning Program
(ELP). The ELP is available for students in grade 9 & 10
and prepares them for the IB program.
Eligible Seniors may qualify for
concurrent enrollment in local colleges and/or partial schedules
(4 classes). The Center of Applied Technology at South River
offers Vo-tech programs to Annapolis High students. Work-study
programs are available through the Vo-tech center and through
school based DOP (Diversified Occupation Prograni), COE
(Cooperative Office Education), and Marketing Education. Students
may earn original or remedial credit through Evening High School
and Summer School Programs offered on a county wide
basis.
AVID
(Advanced via Individual Determination) is a program that encourages
non-college bound students to pursue the college preparatory program
of studies. NJROTC (Naval Junior ROTC) is a program designed to provide
leadership training along with camaraderie for students. The NJROTC
program also accounts for one technology credit and/or one advanced
technology credit if it is taken for three years.
MyRoad
(The comprehensive guidance and network through Collegeboard) and
Kuder (career search/skills assessment) are available for career,
post secondary school, financial aid, and armed forces information.
Post Secondary Plans of
Seniors (approximate)
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College (4 years) 42%
College (2 years) 40%
Vo-Tech School 5%
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Employment 6%
Armed Services 4%
Other 3%
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Parent
Organizations
Parent organizations
include: Parent-Teacher-Student Organization, Athletic Boosters,
Band Boosters, Human Relations Committee, and Citizens Advisory
Committee.
Publications and
Communications
Publications include:
Annapolis Student Handbook, Principal's Newsletter, Guidance
Newsletter, School Newspaper (The Anchor), Yearbook (The Wake),
PTSO Newsletter, Literary Magazine (Perception), Newscast
(Pantherama/P:tv), Weekly Bulletin and announcements provide
immediate information on current issues and events.
Competency
Requirements
The student shall complete
studies in the areas of arts, physical education, survival, and
the world of work and demonstrate competency in basic skills
(reading, writing, mathematics and citizenship). This includes
passing state tests in reading, writing, mathematics and
citizenship skills.
9th grade
10th grade
11th grade
12th grade
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ALL
MD State Dept. of Education (MSDE) Functional Tests
ALL MSDE Functional Tests
ALL MSDE Functional Tests, PSAT
ALL MSDE Functional Tests, SAT Program, ACT, AP
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