Berea High School Freshman Academy
Mission:
We provide 9th grade students the skills and content knowledge necessary for high achievement in high school that leads to graduation and post-high school success via a consistent set of classroom procedures, student behavior expectations, and wrap-around supports.
Goals:
Increase the number of students who successfully complete the requirements for promotion to 10th grade by 20%.
Improve End of Course Exam pass rates in Algebra 1, Biology , and English 1 annually.
Facilitate students' involvement in the culture and extra-curricular activities of the school.
The Freshman Academy at Berea High School is a small learning community that strives to provide an environment that advances the success of each 9th grade student. Our Academy provides strategic support for Freshmen from a team of teachers and staff devoted to building structures which facilitate the transition from middle to high school.
small class sizes with committed teachers focused on student success
enhanced systems of academic and social-emotional support
comprehensive communications with students and student's parents
strategic and comprehensive monitoring of student progress
distinct section of the building reserved for Freshmen
9th Grade Success Class.