Ms. Farley, Reading Specialist
School Goals
1 . To provide a college-preparatory program that prepares students for pursuits in a career or institution of higher learning.
2. To provide an educational program that will facilitate the student in maintaining a B average or better.
3. To encourage student responsibility for learning and achievement and increase individual motivation to succeed.
4. To provide opportunities for students to collaborate and share in the development of traditions and practices that will become essential parts of our school.
5. To promote and encourage peer sharing and positive interpersonal relationships.
6. To enhance and promote a positive school climate for students and staff that ensure safety, self-esteem, self-discipline, and self-assurance, independence of thought and pride in the school and themselves so student achievement and success are maximized.
7. To instill in students an appreciation for cultural diversity while emphasizing the recognition of the dignity of the individual.
8. To provide opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate positive attributes such as leadership, sportsmanship, and teamwork that will encourage active cooperation and participation in a democratic society.
9. To develop a partnership among stakeholders that reinforces moral and ethical values important to the perseverance and achievement of students.
10. To foster the personal development of students so that so that they can select the most appropriate educational and career options that will address their abilities and interests.
Welcome to the Baltimore Talent Development High School.
As we embark upon a new journey of creating
a new
City-wide program, we are privileged to become part of history in the Harlem
Park Community.
As the first class of students accepted to The Baltimore Talent Development
High School, you will set the prece-
dence not only as the Class of 2008 but as a legacy for the future classes
that will follow.
I am privileged to be your Principal, and I look forward to taking you on
this journey to the stars. Keeping the rich
tradition of our partner, Johns Hopkins University, again I would like to
welcome you. Remember, you are all "stars"
out to conquer the impossible...no wish is out of reach, hope is endless,
and all dreams are attainable. On behalf of the
staff, we look forward to providing you with an excellent high school education
that will give you a solid foundation.
Please read this handbook from cover to cover as it contains important information
that you will need to know, and
you will be held accountable for its contents. Share it with your parents
and have them sign the tear-off below and return.
Sincerely,
Jeffrey M. Robinson
Principal