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The true excellence
of Kinnelon High School comes from the dedication of the faculty,
the motivation of the students, and the strong support of the parents
and community.
Kinnelon High
School offers students an extensive array of advanced placement,
honors and college preparatory courses that are usually found only
in large high schools. Our Advanced Placement Program includes AP
Physics/Calculus Learning Community and AP classes in United States
History, European History, Environmental Science, American Government,
English, French, Latin, Spanish, Biology, Chemistry, and Computer
Science. Electives include Robotics and Electronics, CAD-CAM, Architecture,
Graphic Arts, Business Education, Television and Video Production,
and Music Technology. Project Adventure in Physical Education ,
along with Art, Chorus, and Concert Band provide Kinnelon students
with opportunities for a superior, well-rounded educational experience.
In addition
to a comprehensive curriculum, inclusive of extensive, integrated
technology, almost 80% of Kinnelon High School students participate
in a broad program of both athletic and co-curricular activities.
A full complement of Fall, Winter and Spring interscholastic sports
are offered and during the 2006-2007 school year our athletes brought
a large number of team and individual champions to our community.
Kinnelon High School students also participate in after-school programs
such as Latin, French, and Spanish Clubs, National Honor Society,
Varsity Club, Actors' Workshop, Art Club, and publish award-winning
school newspapers, yearbooks, and literary magazines. Our students
demonstrate and exhibit their talents in concerts, productions and
exhibits held throughout the school year. Our technical, performing
and fine arts programs have also been recognized and contribute
to the tradition of excellence that has evolved over a 45 year period.
Our commitment
to professional growth is evidenced by the training the teachers
at Kinnelon High School are receiving to develop their skills in
differentiated learning strategies as well as methods of integrating
technology into their classes. A large majority have earned advanced
degrees in their field and a number of our teachers are enrolled
in graduate and professional programs.
The district
has made a commitment to increasing rigor in its curriculum while
supporting students with different learning needs and styles. Kinnelon
High School enjoys an excellent reputation with colleges and universities
who recognize the strong preparation provided by our dedicated faculty.
Over 92% of our graduates pursue higher education at a variety of
four-year and two-year colleges..
All of these
factors have contribute to our school's continued success.
- Dr.
Wayne Merckling
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