Haldane High School Welcome 8th Grade Families January 9, 2019
The Haldane Mission Haldane Central School District will prepare all students to succeed in an ever-changing global society.
The Haldane Philosophy Innovative, Creative, Adaptable, Independent Thinkers Individualized Instruction One mind at a time 21st Century Learners & Global Citizens Challenging students to stretch beyond potential Learning Community Deeper Learning College & Career Ready
13 AP Courses 16 College Courses College Level and AP Courses Challenging curriculum and higher learning across all subjects Dutchess Community College, University of Albany, Syracuse University 20 Electives + Leadership Beyond Haldane Plus Elementary Tutoring, Pathways to Success, Freshman Seminar, and Peer Mentoring BOCES, Virtual High School, Senior Internships, Community Service American History American Literature Biology Business Math Calculus English Literature English Composition French Forensic Science Government & Politics Physics Psychology Reading Literature Sociology Spanish Statistics World History Academic Distinction
Diverse, Rigorous Curriculum for Success Increased enrollment in upper level Math & Science Spanish and French with dual language opportunity; Seal of Biliteracy Academic supports via 10th Period, Child Study Team, HEART, AIS, continuum of Special Ed services, and lab classes Freshman Seminar and Learner Profiles Emphasis on citizenship, community service, and the environment Faculty collaboration & innovation
1:1 Chromebooks High Speed Wireless PowerSchool + Google Classroom Technology infused in all curriculum Students, faculty, and parents seamlessly connected for instruction and assessment Virtual High School Discover, Create, Innovate Extensive course offerings, vast opportunities for accelerated and expanded learning DCI elective for student-driven STEAM exploration Instructional Technology
Guidance Counselor College/career planning and social/emotional support Social Worker & Psychologist 1-on-1 support available to all students Prevention Educator SRO & SPO Student programming, Friends & Family University Emphasis on student safety while maintaining open campus freedoms Student Support
Naviance PSAT/NMSQT College counseling software; 9-12 career exploration, resume development, college application process All 10th/11th graders, followed by individual SAT study plans via Khan Academy Workshops, Panels & Scholarships Financial Aid Night, College Admissions Rep Panel, Haldane Alumni Student Panel College & Career Readiness Students and families receive 1-on-1 support from the Guidance Counselor throughout their high school career. Course planning, interest exploration, and college & career exploration is highly individualized. Senior Internship 4-7 week program gives in-depth, hands-on occupational experience; opportunity to explore potential career path
College Acceptances 2017-2018 American University Amherst College Bard College Boston College Boston University Bowdoin College Butler University Bucknell University Carnegie Mellon Clarkson University Colgate University College of Saint Rose Colorado State University Copper Union Cornell University CUNY City College CUNY Hunter Drexel University Fordham University George Mason University High Point University Ithaca College James Madison University Keene State College Lafayette College Lehigh University Le Moyne College Lorenzo de Medici - Marist College Loyola University Manhattan College Marist College Marquette University McGill University Middlebury College Muhlenberg College Northeastern University Ohio University Pace University Purdue University Pratt Institute Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Rice University St. John s University St. Joseph s University Sarah Lawrence College Skidmore College Springfield College Stevens Institute of Technology SUNY Albany SUNY Binghamton SUNY Brockport SUNY Buffalo SUNY Cortland SUNY Geneseo SUNY New Paltz SUNY Oneonta SUNY Oswego SUNY Plattsburgh SUNY Purchase SUNY Stony Brook Syracuse University Tufts University Tulane University University of Arizona University of Connecticut University of Delaware University of Michigan University of Oregon University of Tampa University of Toronto University of Utah University of Vermont University of Virginia University of Wisconsin Vassar College Villanova University Wake Forest University Wagner College Yale University
Academic and Instructional Success
Academic and Instructional Success Mean SAT Scores Evidence Based Reading & Writing Math Haldane Class of 2018 601 584 NY State 2018 534 534 Average ACT Scores English Math Reading Science Composite Haldane 25.5 24.2 25.8 25.3 25.3 NY State 24.2 24.2 24.9 24.2 24.5
Band Fine Arts & Digital Arts Band curriculum, plus Concert Band, Jazz Band, and Blues Devils Studio art, drawing, painting, and ceramics; plus enrichment courses in Digital Painting & Drawing Chorus and General Music Performing Arts Music and choral curriculum, plus Blue Notes and NYSSMA competitions Film, creative writing, and drama electives; plus fall play and spring musical, often with double casts Haldane Arts
Travel Language Immersion Kayaking, Taconic Outdoor, Broadway and NYC, Washington, DC, Senior Service Trip, Ski Club, Montreal Broadway, language luncheons, cultural immersion day Annual Programs Poetry Out Loud, PTA Reflections, Debate - The New School, Bronx School of Science exchange, Model UN @ UCONN Authentic Experiences & Extracurriculars National Honor Society Student Council The Blue Print Newspaper Literary Magazine Yearbook Model UN Debate Club International Club Leo Club History Club Women Empowered Identity Club ROAR - Animal Rights Blues Devils Blue Notes Drama & Stage Crew Ski Club Arts Club Environment Interest Group
Girls Teams Volleyball Soccer Basketball Cross Country Track and Field Softball Tennis Golf Boys Teams Football Soccer Basketball Cross Country Track and Field Baseball Tennis Golf Lacrosse Ice Hockey Wrestling Blue Devils Athletics Dedicated coaches, an athletic director, and an onsite trainer New, multi-sport turf field with amazing Hudson Valley views, new running track and concession stand New gym bleachers, wall mats, scoreboards, and backboards
Spirit Week & Homecoming Week-long celebration of Haldane spirit. Themed days, a pep rally, and a scoop the loop. Week-long Homecoming games draw the whole town. Sports Sendoffs Each sports season brings champions celebrated with K-12 sendoffs in the circle Senior Sendoff Picnic Graduation & Ringing the Bell Senior post-graduation plans are announced at a school-wide picnic, followed by field day. Haldane Seniors graduate on our outdoor knoll, each one ringing the Haldane bell for good luck. Our final senior rings the class year.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Haldane High School Class of 2023