Auburndale High School
| Auburndale High School | |
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| Location | |
| 1 Bloodhound Trail Auburndale, Florida 33823 United States |
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| Coordinates | 28°4′26″N 81°47′14″W / 28.07389°N 81.78722°WCoordinates: 28°4′26″N 81°47′14″W / 28.07389°N 81.78722°W |
| Information | |
| Type | Public |
| Established | 1953 (at current location) |
| School district | Polk County School District |
| Principal | John Hill |
| Vice principal | DJ Dynes (Curriculum) & Kenneth Strong (Administration) |
| Faculty | 90.0 |
| Grades | 9 to 12 |
| Enrollment | 1,552 (2010-11) |
| Student to teacher ratio | 17.1 |
| Campus size | 90 acres (36 ha) |
| Campus type | Urban |
| Color(s) | Blue and Gold |
| Slogan | "Winners Never Quit & Quitters Never Win!" (2008-9) |
| Athletics conference | Class 4A, District 12 |
| Mascot | Bloodhounds |
| Nickname | Hounds |
| Website | AuburndaleHighSchool.com |
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Auburndale High School is a four-year public high school located in Auburndale, Florida, a city of 14,033 (2012 U.S. Census estimate). The school serves about 1,550 students from ninth through twelfth grades. The minority rate is 37% and the free/reduced lunch rate is 49%.
The school operates on a 7 period a day bell schedule, allowing for 50 minute classes with 5 minutes passing time. With the addition of a 9th grade academy, AHS has created a warm and nurturing environment for incoming freshmen. Graduations are held on the football field on campus yearly. As of 2012, construction has been completed on a new media center, added parking, centrally-located cafeteria, and new academic buildings.
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[edit] History
The school has been at its present location since 1953. In 1973 the North Campus building was opened which housed 8th and 9th grade students. In 1979 a tornado destroyed the nearby Auburndale Middle School; in 1984 Stambaugh Middle School was built. The North Campus building was combined with the high school campus and AHS has been a grade 9-12 center since 1989.
[edit] Mission statement
It is the mission of Auburndale High School to prepare students to be caring, productive, and responsible citizens in a changing world.
[edit] Alma mater
Southern lands and sky blue waters,
Midst them stands you Alma Mater.
Guardian of this fruitful land,
With all knowledge at your hand.
Ever guiding onward true,
Auburndale, we pledge to you.
Alma Mater, stand forever
On Lake Ariana’s Shore.
[edit] School Grade
| 2011 | 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | 2003 | 2002 | 2001 | 2000 | 1999 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B | C | C | C | C | C | D | D | C | C | C | C | C |
In the 2010-11 school year...
- 38% of reading and 70% of math test takers met high standards
- 46% of the lowest 25% made learning gains in reading
- 63% of the lowest 25% made learning gains in reading
- 74% of test takers met the high standards in writing
- 27% of test takers met the high standards in science
Auburndale High School's school grade for the 2010-2011 school year was a "B," the first time AHS has achieved that per the Florida DOE grading system. Grades are based on FCAT scores, graduation rates, participation in AP/dual enrollment courses, among other things.
[edit] Student Recognitions
Bloodhound Achievement Recognition Committee (BARC) is an achievement recognition program which rewards students for making the honor roll (3.0 weighted grade point average with no D’s or F’s) and/or for having perfect attendance (no absences, tardies or check-outs). These students are excused from class to attend an assembly with a variety of entertainment. They receive a BARC t-shirt the first nine weeks they qualify by grades or the second grading period they qualify by attendance. Auburndale High School believes the students should be honored for their hard work and that good attendance goes hand in hand with good grades.
Straight "A" Recognition is where all students achieving straight "A's" will be recognized. The students will be escorted by bus to lunch at an area restaurant and presented with a certificate.
Teacher's Choice Awards where each teacher can select one student per grading period to be recognized for their outstanding accomplishments in the areas of character, attitude, diligence, citizenship, conduct and/or any significant accomplishment (s). Students are presented with a special breakfast and various awards.
Underclassmen and Senior Awards are given once a year to those that are deserving recognition.
[edit] Academies
The Communications Academy is a program that allows motivated students interested in pursuing careers in the communications industry an opportunity to gain certification from the Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers. Classes prepare students for the Broadband Premises Specialist (BPS) and Broadband Distribution Specialist (BDS) certifications. Classes feature hands-on training and NCTI coursework to prepare for cable and home entertainment systems installation. Students must take Computing for College and Careers before entering the program. The program consists of Electronics Tech I, Electronics Tech II, and Communications Systems & Home Technology Systems. This academy was formerly sponsored by Bright House Networks. Instructor: Eddie Wood
The Medical Academy is a program that allows budding nurses, doctors, and EMTs to hone their stills before entering the workforce. Students within this program help with blood drives that are promoted on campus. Students have the opportunity to take many courses that can help them gain not only certifications, but college credit at Polk Community College. The courses offered at AHS are many. Pre-Med (Medical Skills I) provides students with adult, child, infant, and pet CPR certification. Medial I (Health Science I) provides a basis for Medical II (Health Science II), where students learn the basics of EKG. Medical III (First Responders) is a course where students have the opportunity to gain 2 hours credit at PSC. Electrocardiograph Aide III and Home Health Aide III are advanced and specialized electives also offered. Instructor: Angela Carroll, Joe Hulett
[edit] Other Electives
Agriculture Agriscience Foundations I, Agricultural Mechanics II, Agricultural Mechanics III, Agricultural Mechanics IV, V, & VI, Agritech I, Agritech II, Animal Science & Services I-VI, Crop & Plant Technology I & II, Introductory Horticulture, Horticultural Science II, Agribusiness Coop-OJT. Instructor: Steve Toy
Art Ceramics/Pottery I-III, Drawing/Painting I-II, Creative Photography I-II, Portfolio I-III, AP Art - 2D Design Portfolio, AP Art - 3D Design Portfolio, AP Art - Drawing Instructors: Marshi Huneycutt & Geneva Hagelstein
Business Computing for College and Careers, Digital Publishing (Yearbook), Web Design I-II, On-the-Job Training (OJT), Marketing Essentials Instructors: Erin Euverard & Lorri Zuidema
Family & Consumer Sciences Child Development, Early Childhood Education I-III, Principals of Food Preparation, Culinary Operations I-III Instructors: Sandy Brown, & Valla Treuman
Science Forensics I, Marine Biology, Anatomy & Physiology, Physics, AP Biology, AP Chemistry Instructors: Angela Wendle & Ashley Johnson
Leadership Leadership Skills Development, Leadership Techniques Instructors: Peter Rausch & Karen Devereaux
Education Exploratory Teaching (Student Aides)
Media TV Productions I-IV, Multimedia Productions, Sound & Lighting Engineering, Introduction to Film & Entertainment Instructor: Donovan Dolde
Music Music Theory I, Band I-V [1], Band VI Honors [2], Jazz Ensemble I-IV, Instrumental Techniques I-IV (Symphonic/Concert Band), Orchestra I-IV, Girl's Chorus, Advanced Woman's Chorus, Men's Chorus, Musical Theatre Instructors: Jason Gibbs, Steven Glick, & Rich Hayes
NJROTC Naval Science I-IV Instructors: Msgt. Michael Mabe, Lcdr. Dan Young
Physical Education/Health Team Sports I-II, Beginning-Intermediate Volleyball, Basketball, Personal Fitness, Beginning - Advanced Weight Training, Beginning - Advanced Aerobics, Fitness Issues for Adolescent (Male & Female) Instructors: Melannie Grimes, Kenneth Harrison
Social Studies Psychology I-II, Law Studies, Legal Systems Instructor: Amy Drumb
World Languages Spanish I-IV, AP Spanish, Instructors: Elmo Echemendia, Nora Hagan, Elizabeth Wesley
[edit] Notable alumni
- Tracy McGrady (1979-) - professional basketball player, Detroit Pistons
- Chauncey Davis (1983-) - professional football player, Atlanta Falcons
- Glenn Martinez (1981-) - professional football player, Houstan Texans
- Les Dudek (1952-) - Rock & Roll & Blues
[edit] References
- ^ Administration. Auburndale High School. Retrieved on 2008-05-05.
- ^ About Auburndale High School. Auburndale High School. Retrieved on 2008-05-04.
