Elmont Memorial High School
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Elmont Memorial Junior-Senior High School(EMHS) is a co-educational, public school for students in grades 7-12. It is located in Elmont, Long Island, New York, in Nassau County. Its street address is 555 Ridge Road, Elmont, NY 11003. Elmont High School's mascot is the Spartan. Its school colors are green and white. The school's current principal is John Capozzi
Elmont High School is part of the Sewanhaka Central High School District. It has been designated a Nationally Recognized Blue Ribbon School of Excellence by the United States Department of Education.
In 2005, Elmont High School was recognized as having the largest number of African American high school students scoring a 3 or higher on Advanced Placement examinations in the country.
Elmont HS was also recognized by the College Board as having the largest number of African American students attaining a 3 or higher on the Advanced Placement U.S. History exam in the country.
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[edit] Student Body
- Grades-7-12
- Enrollment-2,039
- 74% African-Americans, 13% Hispanic, 11% Asian-American, 2% White, non-Hispanic
- Attendance Rate-97% (State Average-93%)
- Limited English Proficiency-<1% (State Average-7%)
- Students per teacher-17 (State Average-14)
- Average Grade Size-275
- Graduation Rate-99% (the EMHS Class of 2004 had a graduation rate of 100%, a first in the Sewanhaka Central High School District, and one of only a few middle to large schools in the nation to achieve such an accomplishment.
- Post Secondary Pursuits-97% attend college(a national high), 3% pursue employment.
[edit] Student Life
- Elmont Memorial regularly celebrates homecoming with a spirit week where students partake in events from dressing in pajamas to suits.
- Regular traditions include a Senior Prank and the Toilet-Papering of school official houses before Halloween.
- Before Christmas vacation, many students participate in the tradition of 'Secret Santas' between friends.
- On Valientines Day many students send and receive 'love grams' from loved ones and often dress in red, pink, and white.
- During Foregin Language Week many students participate in doing a dance that shows their heritage. Students practice for months to show their culture and impress other students with their dancing skills.
- On St. Patricks Day many students dress in green to avoid being pinched by other students.
- The Class of 2004's Senior Prank included sneaking into the Principal's office to stick post-it notes all over the office. In addition they created a large 2004 sign made out of plastic cups that were filled with water to the brim making it impossible to move the sign without spilling the contents.
[edit] Academics
(adapted from the Sewanhaka Central High School District Catalog of Courses)
Levels of Study
Students may pursue one of two levels of study:
- Advanced-This is an accelerated program of instruction designed only for students of superior ability, strong motivation, and sustained interest. Students are expected to maintain an average of at least 85% to continue to the next advanced course in the sequence.
- Regents-Students pursue courses in which the curriculum is prescribed by the New York State Department of Education.
Grades 7 and 8
- Students are organized into "Teams", composed of students and core teachers in math, science, English, and social studies. This allows for the individual attention necessary for success at an early stage in secondary education.
- During the Junior High School years, students further the learning skills developed during the elementary school years, as well as preparing students for the high school curriculum as well as vocational possibilities. Students pursue studies in English, Social Studies, Mathematics, Science, Foreign Languages, Music, Physical Education, Art, Technology, Family and Consumer Sciences, Health Education, and Language Enrichment.
- High School credit is awarded to 8th graders that pursue advanced coursework in science, mathematics, foreign language, and music.
- Students are required to pursue a minimum of three years of foreign language, usually satisfied by the 9th grade.
Grades 9-12
- During the High School years, students pursue coursework required to receive the High School Diploma. Students may receive either a Regents Diploma or Advanced Regents Diploma upon graduation. Coursework is designed to fulfill requirements necessary for students interested in attending two-year colleges, four-year colleges, vocational schools, nursing programs, etc.
- Sciences
Students must pursue at least 3 years of science coursework, and must pass one New York State Regents examination for the Regents Diploma or two Regents examinations for the Advanced Regents Diploma. Courses of study include(note that courses may be pursued at either the Regents or Advanced levels): Physical Setting: Earth Science, Living Environment/Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Ecology, Marine Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Science Research.
- Foreign Languages
Students must pursue at least two years of a foreign language, beginning at the Junior High School level. Students may pursue study up to the college level(credit offered through Adelphi University) and Advanced Placement. Languages offered include: Spanish, French, Italian. Students must pass a Foreign Language Regents for the Advanced Regents Diploma.
- Mathematics
Students must pursue at least three years of coursework in mathematics. Students must pass the Comprehensive Math A examination for a Regents Diploma or two Regents examinations for an Advanced Regents Diploma. Coursework includes: Math A/AB, Math B, Pre-Calculus, Sequential Math III, Math 12, Discrete Math, and Advanced Placement Math AB.
- English
Students must pursue English during all four High School years. All students must also pass the English Regents examination. Coursework includes: English 9/9A, 10/10A, 11, English AP Language and Composition, 12RX, English AP Literature and Composition, Bible as Literature, Contemporary Drama, Creative Writing, Flim Study, Mass Media, Modern Novel, Dramatics, Journalism, Public Speaking.
- Social Studies
Students must pursue Social Studies during all four High School years. All students must pass the Global Studies and U.S. History and Government Regents examinations. Courses include: Global History I and Geography, Global History II and Geography, Advanced Placement World History, Advanced Placement European History, United States History and Government, Advanced Placement American History, Economics, Participation in Government, Advanced Placement Govt. and Politics, Contemporary World Issues, Global Connections, Psychology, Sociology.
- Art
Students are required to pursue at least one year of art. Coursework includes: Studio in Art, Drawing and Painting I and II, Illustration and Design, Media Arts, Digital Design, Advanced Placement Art History.
- Business Education
Coursework is offered in: Accounting, Introduction to Occupations, Business Communications, Keyboarding I and II, Business Analysis, Business Law, Speedwriting, Principles of Marketing, E-Commerce, etc.
- Advanced Placement
Students interested in pursuing coursework at the Advanced Placement level must receive written permission from the pre-requisite instructor. This maintains the level of integrity of students interested in these rigorous courses. AP coursework is available in: Biology, Physics B, Chemistry, Art History, European History, American History, World History, Language and Composition, Literature and Composition, Calculus AB, Spanish, French, Italian, and Government and Politics.
[edit] Music
Students are encouraged to pursue music during their years at EMHS. A majority of students pursue work in one of the various performing arts groups. Credit is also given for students in these groups. Performing Arts groups include(note that there are separate groups at each school level):
- Orchestra(at the High School or Junior High School level)
- Concert Band(at the High School, 9th Grade, and Junior High School levels)
- Concert Choir(at the High School and Junior High School levels)
- Jazz Band
- Jazz Choir
- String Ensemble
- Marching Band
Students perform each year during the Winter and Spring Concerts, local events, and music competitions. Exceptional students are routinely sent on to participate in their respective musical groups at the All-District, All-County, Long Island Invitational, and All-State levels. Exceptional students are also selected to participate in the Tri-M Music Honor Society. Students may also pursue coursework in Music Theory. Each year the Music Department puts on two theatre productions: a drama (no singing required), and a musical (strong vocals for leads). Musicals In The Past include Dreamgirls, The Wiz, and Once On This Island, most recently in March 2007 Aida (musical) was performed.
[edit] Athletics
A large number of students participate in athletics at EMHS, adding to the vibrant atmosphere of the school. The mascot of EMHS is the Spartan. Teams are called the Spartans. Students regularly participate in sports at the Junior High, Junior Varsity, and Varsity levels. Athletic teams include:
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Baseball
- Football
- Softball
- Lacrosse
- Gymnastics(District)
- Swimming(District)
- Wrestling
- Volleyball
- Track
- Golf(District)
- Gymnastics
- Bowling(District)
Students from all five schools in the Sewanhaka Central High School District participate in "District Sports Night", a competition between schools.
[edit] Extracurricular Activities
With over 100 active groups, EMHS is a very active school. In addition to Musical and Athletics organizations, groups include:
- Model United Nations
- Poetry Club
- Key Builder Club
- Cheerleading
- Critter Club
- Mock Trial Club
- Global Links
- Key Club
- Foreign Language Honor Society
- National Honor Society
- National Junior Honor Society
- Tri-M Music Honor Society
- Mu Alpha Theta - Math Honor Society
- Business Honor Society
- Future Business Leaders of America
- Junior High Business Leaders
- National Art Honor Society
- Class of 2007
- Class of 2008
- Class of 2009
- Class of 2010
- Class of 2011
- Class of 2012
- Musical Society
- Talented and Gifted
- Technology Club
- Inter-cultural Society
- Images
- Newspaper
- Dance Team
- Literary Magazine
- Mathletes
- Peer Helpers
- Peer Mediation
- Operation Success
- SADD
- Rachel's Challenge Group
- Drama Club
- Spanish Club
- French Club
- Stage Crew
- Science Olympiad
- Student Council
- Yearbook
