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Senior Reminders
- Textbooks must be returned prior to Friday’s (5/24) distribution of caps and gowns.
- Seniors should pick up their health records in the nurse's office this week after their exams. This will save time on the 24th.
- Library books should be returned ASAP.
- Caps and gowns will be distributed in the Auditorium on Friday, May 24, 2013 from 10:30am-12:30pm and 1:30-2:30pm. All obligations must be paid in full to receive your cap and gown.
- A mandatory rehearsal for graduation will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, May 31, 2013 at Blocksidge Field. There will be a PTF sponsored cook-out following rehearsal.
Northeast STEM Network Career Forum
A showcase of STEM career opportunities sponsored by UMass, Lowell…
- May 28, 2013 from 2 to 5 pm
- UMass Lowell Inn and Conference Center; 50 Warren Street; Lowell, MA
- Please contact Marjorie Dennis to RSVP: Marjorie_Dennis@uml.edu
2012-2013 Swampscott High School Final Exam Schedule
Time |
Monday June 24th |
Tuesday June 25th |
Wednesday June 26th |
Thursday June 27th |
Friday June 28th |
8:30 AM Until 10:30 AM |
7 |
5 |
3 |
1 |
Make up exams (must have approval of administration and teacher) |
Cafeteria is open for lunch from 11:15-12:00 Monday-Thursday |
11:30 AM Until 1:30 PM |
6 |
4 |
2 |
½ day
School day ends at 12 for all staff |
½ day
School day ends at 12 for all staff |
All students must remain in the exam room for 90 minutes testing. Any student that misses an exam block receives a zero. The make-up time is for pre-approved absences with teacher and administration consent.
Senior Photos for the Class of 2014
The current junior class met with their photographer on May 1st. The photographer will be at the high school on June 3, 4, and 5th to take pictures.
- Students will receive a packet in the mail from Prestige Portraits; students will use this information to set-up an online account.
- Students will be given an appointment which can be changed or modified through their online account.
- Students can book a summer sitting at the photographer’s studio if they desire.
Senior Calendar and AP Schedule
Monday, May 6
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- AP Exam: Enviro. 8:00am – B129
- AP Exam: Psychology – 12:00pm –-B129
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Tuesday, May 7
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- AP Exam: Spanish – 8:00am – Language Lab
- AP Exam: Art History– 12:00pm – Guidance Conf. Room
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Wednesday, May 8
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- AP Exam: Calculus AB - 8:00am – B129
- AP Exam: Calculus BC - 8:00am – Guidance Conf. Room
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Thursday, May 9 |
- AP Exam: English Lit/Comp - 8:00am –B129
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Friday, May 10 |
- AP Exam: Stats – 12:00pm - B129
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Monday, May 13 |
- AP Exams: Biology - 8:00am – B129
- AP Exams: Music Theory – 8:00am - TBA
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Tuesday, May 14 |
- AP Exam: French– 12 noon – Language Lab |
Wednesday, May 15 |
- AP Exam: U.S. History - 8:00am – B129
- AP Exam: German – 8:00am – Language Lab
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Thursday, May 16
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Friday, May 17
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- AP Exam: Macro – 8:00am – B129
- AP Exam: Micro – 12 noon – B129
- Drama Club Spring Musical – 7pm - “Zombie Prom”
__-__________________________________________________________ SENIORS LAST DAY OF CLASSES - Locker clean out – end of the day - Obligations are due – books, library books, dues, etc.
- Drama Club Spring Musical – 7pm - “Zombie Prom”
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Saturday, May 18
Monday, May 20
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- Drama Club Spring Musical – 7pm – “Zombie Prom”
- Senior Exams: Period 3 – 9:48am-11:22am
- Senior Exams: Period 5 – 12:56pm-2:30pm
- Cable Auction begins tonight!
- Channel 15 (Comcast) and Channel 40 (Verizon)
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Tuesday, May 21
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- Senior Exams: Period 7 – 9:48am-11:22am
- Senior Exams: Period 1 - 12:56pm-2:30pm
- Channel 15 Cable Auction
- Channel 15 (Comcast) and Channel 40 (Verizon)
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Wednesday, May 22
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- Senior Exams: Period 6 – 9:48am-11:22am - Senior Exams: Period 4 – 12:56pm-2:30pm - Channel 15 Cable Auction - Channel 15 (Comcast) and Channel 40 (Verizon)
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Thursday, May 23
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- Senior Exams: Period 2- 9:48am-11:22am
- Channel 15 Cable Auction
- Channel 15 (Comcast) and Channel 40 (Verizon)
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Friday, May 24
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- Make-up exams : 8:30am-10:00am – B129
- Distribution of Caps and Gowns – auditorium
10:30am-12:30pm AND 1:30pm-2:15pm ALL OBLIGATIONS MUST BE PAID TO RECEIVE YOUR CAP AND GOWN
- Photos of Class Officers and Honor Graduates-2:15pm
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Monday, May 27
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MEMORIAL DAY – NO SCHOOL |
Wednesday, May 29
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Senior Prom 7pm to 11:30pm Sonesta Hotel, Cambridge
- Meet on the grounds of Town Hall – 4:00pm
- Pictures will be taken at Town Hall
- Buses will depart at 5:30pm
- After Prom Party- 12:00am to 4:00am
at the Swampscott High School Cafeteria (Sponsored by the Parent Teacher Forum)
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Thursday, May 30
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Senior Banquet
6:30pm – dinner SHS cafeteria 7:30pm – Awards ceremony Parents invited |
Friday, May 31 |
Graduation Rehearsal 11:00am - Blocksidge Field
- ALL SENIORS MUST ATTEND GRAD. REHEARSAL
- Graduation cookout immediately following rehearsal
at Blocksidge Field
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Sunday, June 2
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GRADUATION FOR THE CLASS OF 2013 ************************** 1:00PM - BLOCKSIDGE FIELD
In case of inclement weather Graduation will be held at Swampscott High School Field House, Essex Street
- Seniors should arrive at 12:00PM sharp
- Appropriate attire is required at Graduation:
- Girls: skirts or dresses, shoes
Boys: shirts, ties, long pants, socks and shoes
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May at a Glance
Day |
May |
Events |
Rotation |
Wednesday |
1 |
Assembly Day Schedule – ADMIN MTG 2:45 ADL # 5 / Class Meetings |
C |
Thursday |
2 |
12 PM Dismissal- Professional Development |
D |
Friday |
3 |
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E |
Monday |
6 |
CALVIN RETURNS shorter classes Faculty Meeting 2:45- Special time- with Calvin |
F |
Tuesday |
7 |
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G |
Wednesday |
8 |
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A |
Thursday |
9 |
Spring Art Show & Concert 6:00 PM ADL Breakfast at Kernwood Outdoor Classroom/Garden Unveiling |
B |
Friday |
10 |
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C |
Monday
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13 |
2012 MCAS Math Session 1 – Grade 10- 8AM Late Start 10:30 AM Grades 9, 11, 12 |
2-3-4 |
Tuesday
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14 |
2012 MCAS Math Session 2 – Grade 10- 8 AM Late Start 10:30 AM Grades 9, 11, 12 |
5-6-7 |
Wednesday |
15 |
CCI 8:45 AM ADMIN MTG 2:45 |
A |
Thursday |
16 |
Spring Musical- Zombie Prom- 7:00 PM |
B |
Friday |
17 |
Seniors Last Day of Classes- Locker Clean Out Spring Musical- Zombie Prom- 7:00 PM |
C |
SENIOR EXAM WEEK- all school -94 minute classes –special order |
Monday |
20 |
Senior Final Exams 3 & 5 TV auction all week |
2-3-4-5 |
Tuesday |
21 |
Senior Final Exams 7 & 1 Department Meetings 2:45 |
6-7-2-1 Note order |
Wednesday |
22 |
Senior Final Exams 6 & 4 |
**3-6-5-4 |
Thursday |
23 |
Senior Final Exams 2 |
**1-2-7-3 |
Friday |
24 |
Senior Make Ups |
C |
Monday |
27 |
No School Memorial Day |
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Tuesday |
28 |
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D |
Wednesday |
29 |
Assembly Day Q4 Usage Test Admin Mtg. 2:45 Senior Prom- Town Hall 4:30 |
E |
Thursday |
30 |
Senior banquet- SHS – 6:30 |
F |
Friday |
31 |
Graduation Rehearsal- 11:00 AM Field |
G |
Sunday |
June 2 |
Class of 2013 Graduation 1:00 PM |
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Senior Exam Schedule
Time |
M 5/20 |
T 5/21 |
W 5/22 |
Th 5/24 |
F 5/24 |
9:48-11:22 |
3 |
7 |
6 |
2 |
Make-up’s in B129 8:30-10:30 |
12:56-2:30 |
5 |
1 |
4 |
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Revised Due to Snow Days: Academic and Rotation Calendars
Academic Calendar 2012-2013 as of 3-21-13.doc
ROTATION CALENDAR as of 3-21-13.doc
No Child Left Behind Report Card(s)
Please find below the NCLB report cards for both the high school and the district as a whole.
nclb shs.pdf
nclb district.pdf
Important Phone Numbers
Please use the direct phone numbers below when calling to speak with guidance or athletics as opposed to the main office phone number. This will not only provide a quicker connection to the desired parties, but will also improve the efficiency of the front office processes.
- Guidance Dept. direct line is 781-596-8876
- Athletics Dept. direct line is 781-596-8875
Swampscott High School is a community of adult and student learners who work together to succeed in a diverse and evolving global society by promoting academic and personal excellence within an inclusive, safe, and supportive environment.
Core Values “IMAGINE”
Individuality:
- Accept responsibility for, and consequences of their behavior and actions
- Enable all students to discover their passion
- Demonstrate respect for themselves and others
Mutual respect amongst all community members:
- Demonstrate physical, emotional, intellectual, and social excellence
- Engage in collaboration and teamwork
- Act courteously and with dignity
- Recognize and celebrate difference and diversity
- Act responsibly with the interests of the larger community in mind
Acquire essential 21st century knowledge and skills:
- Participate in relevant and rigorous academics
- Solve problems using analytical and critical thinking
- Understand and practice a balanced and healthy lifestyle through informed decision making
- Demonstrate creativity in expression and innovation
- Use a variety of technology and informational resources to gather and synthesize data
- Demonstrate ability to work collaboratively and independently
- Communicate expectations of students’ academics and behavior clearly and consistently
- Develop reasonable assessments which will be graded and returned in a timely manner
Genuine:
- Demonstrate honesty and integrity
Involvement (high school, local, and global communities):
- Participate in community service experience
- Develop awareness of local, national, and international issues
- Serve the community and society actively through volunteerism.
Navigate the many risks and complexities of modern life:
- Recognize the roles of individuals and groups in a global context
- Demonstrate media literacy
- Understand the value of experience as a powerful learning medium
- Demonstrate emotional and social stability as a result of having received adequate support and guidance; understand how to manage stress, and maintain mental and physical health
Expressive: speaks, writes and communicates
- Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively through multiple forms of expression
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