Changing our Schools... Changing Our Future is a summary of the progress in high schools throughout the Schools for a New Society initiative. This brochure appeared as an insert in the September 16, 2007 issue of the Chattanooga Times Free Press. The brochure may be downloaded here.
Schools for a New Society has seen remarkable results:
- 2295 standard high school diplomas were granted in 2007, an increase of 144 from 2006.
- From 2003 to 2007, the number of diplomas earned increased 24%, although the number of high school students grew only 3%.
- Of May 2007 graduates, 73% enrolled in college for the Fall 2007 semester.
- 1534 graduates enrolled in 153 different colleges in 31 states, the District of Columbia, Canada, St. Kitts, and Japan. The number of students enrolling in college has increased for four consecutive years.
- Hamilton County (adult) High School opened in the fall of 2004 to serve students who had falled behind or dropped out. As of May 2007, Hamilton County High School has graduated 527 students, 31% of whom have enrolled in college.
- All Hamilton County high schools have freshmen transition programs to help ninth graders make a successful transition to high school.
- Eleven high schools feature career academies for specialized academic training in subjects such as business & technology, education, engineering, environmental sciences, global studies, health sciences, and transportation.
For more information on Schools for a New Society, contact:
Bill Kennedy
423.668.2429