Our vision is to develop a community of life-long learners who embrace diversity, have a social conscience, and possess the academic, critical thinking, social, and technological skills to be responsible and productive members of society.
July, 2009
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  • 7/23
  • Freshman Connection Summer School ends
  • 7/30
  • High School Summer School ends
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Announcements
  • More than 260 students made the Honor Roll at the end of the second semester. An awards ceremony will be held in the fall.
  • Students in the Class of 2009 have been awarded more than $1,000,000 in college scholarships.
  • The Transportation Technology Program received national certification after a rigorous certification inspection in May.
  • The AVID Program received national certification after its site visit on May 29.
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Our mission is to foster growth, to improve reading and writing, and to help all students realize their full potential. Administration, faculty, staff, parents, partners, and community members will work together cooperatively to increase and improve educational opportunities for all Senn students, including those with special needs.

Senn is a school in which education is the first priority. Senn provides courses at various levels to suit its students. Senn is a school which helps students plan for their future. It has a strong core curriculum which provides help now so that students can be successful in the future.

Senn is a school which provides for partnerships and promotes communication among students, parents, faculty, staff, and administration. Senn is a school which gives students the opportunity for input. Participation is welcomed and appreciated at Senn.

From the principal:

Learning is a lifelong process. Senn offers students the opportunity to get an excellent education with a strong academic focus and to interact with others who are interested in their education as well as in enjoying high school to the fullest.

Senn is a neighborhood high school located in the Edgewater community on the northeast side of Chicago. Senn has a diverse student body that includes students from at least sixty countries and twenty-six states. Special programs and assemblies throughout the year celebrate our diversity and promote positive interaction among students.

The rigorous and challenging academic curriculum at Senn creates a learning environment that empowers all students to set high expectations for achievement. Faculty and staff follow clear and consistent guidelines which have been established to encourage students to accept responsibility for personal goals and to foster respect for all individuals. In addition to academics, Senn offers excitement and fun. There are many activities, clubs, and teams to meet diverse interests.

Nicholas Senn High School offers its students an excellent education and a wonderful place to grow and learn. I look forward to seeing you at Senn in the near future.

—Richard S. Norman

Principal

Academic Highlights
  • International Baccalaureate
  • The IB Diploma Program is a comprehensive challenging preparatory program that offers high academic standards and intellectual rigor to qualified, highly motivated students. This program requires students to study six subjects, complete a theory of knowledge course with an extended essay, and participate in 150 hours of creative, physical and service activities in the community. IB programs are currently in place in over 2000 schools throughout the world.
  • Advancement Via Individual Determination
  • The AVID Program is designed to provide academic support and to prepare students for college eligibility and success. This program emphasizes writing, inquiry, note-taking, tutoring, and parent-student commitment. AVID is currently used in more than 1600 school districts nationwide.
  • Education-to-Careers
  • ETC programs in computer technology, graphic design, and transportation integrate occupational skills standards into the academic curriculum.
  • Advanced Placement Courses
  • AP courses provide college level academic work in English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, Spanish Language, Calculus, Environmental Science, US History, US Government and Politics, and Art with the opportunity to earn college credit while attending classes at Senn. AP courses are offered in school districts nationwide.
  • ESL-Bilingual Program
  • English as a Second Language and bilingual courses and services are available to meet the individual needs of English-language learners.
  • National Defense Cadet Corps
  • JROTC is a military-based leadership training program.
  • Chicago Police & Firefighter Training Academy
  • CPFTA offers training by police and firefighter personnel for students interested in pursuing careers in public safety.
  • College Bridge
  • Through the College Bridge program, qualified students enroll in college level courses at area colleges and universities to receive high school and college credit.
 
It is the policy of the Board of Education of the City of Chicago not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability or sex. Inquiries concerning the application of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and the regulations promulgated thereunder concerning sex discrimination should be referred to the Title IX Officer, Chicago Public Schools, 125 South Clark, Chicago, IL, (773) 553-2688 (TTY-773-553-2699).
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