Auburndale High School
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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. Construction has been underway for the past few years; AHS has seen a new media center, added parking, and new centrally-located cafeteria added already. Still to come in the future will be new academic buildings.
responsible citizens in a changing world.
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.
In the 2010-11 school year...
Auburndale High School's school grade and total point summary is pending, which is what gives a school its grade.
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.
. 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 PCC. Electrocardiograph Aide III and Home Health Aide III are advanced and specialized electives also offered. Instructor: Angela Carroll
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: Sharon Hodges, 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 Instructor: Peter Rausch
Education Exploratory Teaching (Student Aides)
Media TV Productions I-IV, Multimedia Productions, Sound & Lighting Engineering, Introduction to Film & Entertainment Instructors: Anne Harris & Rich Hayes
Music Music Theory I, Band I-V http://www.auburndaleband.com, Band VI Honors http://www.auburndaleband.com, 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 Instructors: Amy Lowe
World Languages Spanish I-IV, AP Spanish, Instructor: Elmo Echemendia, Nora Hagan, Elizabeth Wesley
High school
High school is a term used in parts of the English speaking world to describe institutions which provide all or part of secondary education. The term is often incorporated into the name of such institutions....
located in Auburndale, Florida
Auburndale, Florida
Auburndale is a city in Polk County, Florida, United States. The population was 11,032 at the 2000 census. According to the U.S Census estimates of 2005, the city had a population of 12,381...
, 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. Construction has been underway for the past few years; AHS has seen a new media center, added parking, and new centrally-located cafeteria added already. Still to come in the future will be new academic buildings.
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.Mission statement
It is the mission of Auburndale High School to prepare students to be caring, productive, andresponsible citizens in a changing world.
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.
School Grade
| 2011 | 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | 2003 | 2002 | 2001 | 2000 | 1999 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pending | 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 and total point summary is pending, which is what gives a school its grade.
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 handin 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.
Academies
The Bright House 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 is sponsored by Bright House NetworksBright House Networks
Bright House Networks is a cable television company, the seventh largest cable operator and the sixth largest traditional multiple system operator in the United States owned by Advance/Newhouse, headquartered in Syracuse, New York...
. 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
Polk Community College
Polk State College, formerly known as Polk Community College, is a public state college located in Winter Haven, Florida, USA. Polk State College is a member institution of the Florida College System....
. 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 PCC. Electrocardiograph Aide III and Home Health Aide III are advanced and specialized electives also offered. Instructor: Angela Carroll
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 ToyArt 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: Sharon Hodges, 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 Instructor: Peter Rausch
Education Exploratory Teaching (Student Aides)
Media TV Productions I-IV, Multimedia Productions, Sound & Lighting Engineering, Introduction to Film & Entertainment Instructors: Anne Harris & Rich Hayes
Music Music Theory I, Band I-V http://www.auburndaleband.com, Band VI Honors http://www.auburndaleband.com, 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 Instructors: Amy Lowe
World Languages Spanish I-IV, AP Spanish, Instructor: Elmo Echemendia, Nora Hagan, Elizabeth Wesley
Notable alumni
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(1979-) - professional basketball player, Detroit Pistons - Chauncey DavisChauncey DavisChauncey Antoine Davis is an American football defensive end for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League. He was originally drafted by the Atlanta Falcons in the fourth round of the 2005 NFL Draft. He played college football at Florida State.-Early years:Davis was born in Bartow,Florida,...
(1983-) - professional football player, Atlanta Falcons - Glenn MartinezGlenn MartinezGlenn Martínez is an American football wide receiver for the Houston Texans of the National Football League. He was signed by the Pittsburgh Steelers as an undrafted free agent in 2004...
(1981-) - professional football player, Houstan Texans - Les DudekLes DudekLes Dudek is an American guitarist.-Early years:Les Dudek's father, Harold, was born in Campbell, Nebraska, and was a World War II veteran in the United States Navy. His mother, Alma, born in Brooklyn, was a former Radio City Music Hall Rockette. Les has one older sister, Sandy, who was born in...
(1952-) - Rock & Roll & Blues