Cumberland High School Viewbook

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Cumberland High School o!ers students a well-rounded education - strong academic programs, diverse athletic, artistic, and social opportunities, and a supportive environment - that prepares them to continue their academic studies or enter the workforce upon graduation. Its teachers and administrative team work to promote the development of a culture in which students are respectful, responsible, and ready to succeed. CHS prepares students to become lifelong learners and informed, productive citizens.

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Cumberland High School Students: • Have the opportunity to choose from more than twenty

Advanced Placement courses including Studio Arts, Macro and Micro Economics, Comparative Government and Politics, and Environmental Science

• Develop leadership skills by participating in a range of extra-curricular activities from Student Government to the Art Society and Special Olympics

• Learn in a wireless environment where the use of technology is fully integrated into daily learning

• Can participate in more than 20 Division I sports, including football, soccer, swimming, track, and hockey

• Express themselves creatively through the "ne and performing arts including Marching Band, Clef Singers, Drama Club and classes in Ceramics, Digital Photography, and Graphic Design

• Develop the critical thinking and technology skills required by employers and higher learning institutions

• Act with respect, tolerance, courtesy, and compassion ','�<28�.12:"Cumberland High School is a member of the New England Secondary School Consortium’s “League of Innovative Schools.”

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At CHS, one of our guiding beliefs - our expectation really – is that our students will be actively involved in a learning process that combines academic depth of understanding with higher order thinking, problem-solving, risk-taking, and creativity. Over the years, we have added Advanced Placement classes in Psychology, Language and Composition, and Human Geography, among others. Recently, we expanded our STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) courses to include a biotechnology pathway for students interested in pursuing advanced degrees in the medical field. We redesigned the role of our guidance counselors in order to more fully assist students and their families through the college application process – including financial aid. We continue to invest in the classes, athletic teams, extra-curricular activities and facility improvements that provide students with the breadth and depth of experiences only o!ered by a comprehensive high school. "e results have been overwhelmingly positive with increases in academic achievement, graduation rates, and the number of students gaining admission to some of the best colleges and universities in the country.

— CHS Principal Alan Tenreiro

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American International College Anna Maria College Arcadia University Arizona State University Assumption College Azusa Paci"c University Babson College Bay Path CollegeBecker College Belmont University Berklee College of Music Boston College Bridgewater State University Brigham Young UniversityBristol Community College Bryant University Brown UniversityCarnegie Mellon University Castleton State CollegeCatholic University of America

Champlain College Clarkson University Clemson University Colby-Sawyer College College of the Holy Cross Colorado State University Colorado Mesa University Columbia University Community College of Rhode Island Cornell University Curry College Dartmouth College Dean College Drexel University East Carolina University Eastern Connecticut State University Elms College Elon University Emmanuel College Fair"eld University Flagler College Florida Atlantic University Florida Institute of Technology Florida Southern College Framingham State University Franklin Pierce University Full Sail UniversityGeorge Washington University Georgetown UniversityGolden West College Gordon College Hartt School of Music

!e Value of a CHS diploma

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A Cumberland High School diploma represents the successful completion of all required coursework and a demonstration of the knowledge and skills needed to meet its rigorous standards. Required credits include four academic credits of English Language Arts, four academic credits of mathematics, three academic credits of science and three academic credits of history/social studies. By the time they graduate, CHS students will have completed their Graduation Portfolio Presentation, a Community Service Learning Activity, and a post-secondary application to a college, technical school or armed forces.

Where do CHS graduates go? Pretty much anywhere they want.


Hartwick College Hofstra University Ithaca College Illinois Institute of Technology Johnson & Wales University Juniata CollegeKeene State College Lehigh University Loyola University of Chicago Loyola University of MarylandLynn University Marymount University Massachusetts Bay Community College Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and

Health Sciences McDaniel College Merrimack CollegeMount Ida CollegeNew England College New England Institute of Technology New England University Newbury College Nichols College Northeastern University North Carolina State UniversityNova Southeastern University Palm Beach Atlantic UniversityPlymouth State University Post UniversityPrescott College

Providence College Quinnipiac University Radford University Randolph College Regis University Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Rhode Island College Rivier UniversityRochester Institute of Technology Roger Williams University Sacred Heart University Saint Anselm College Saint Bonaventure University Saint John’s University Saint Joseph’s College of Maine St. Joseph’s University Saint Michael’s College Salve Regina University Samford University Seton Hall University Simmons College Southern Florida University Southern New Hampshire University Southern Vermont College Spring"eld College Stetson University Stonehill College Stony Brook University Su!olk University Susquehanna University Syracuse University

#omas College Tulane UniversityUnited States ArmyUnited States NavyUnited States Air Force University of Arizona University of ArkansasUniversity of California, Davis University of California, Irvine University of Chicago University of Colorado University of Connecticut University of Delaware University of Hartford University of Illinois, Chicago University of Maine University of Maryland,

Baltimore County University of Maryland,

College Park University of Massachusetts Amherst University of Massachusetts Boston University of Massachusetts Dartmouth University of Miami University of New England University of New Hampshire University of New Haven University of Notre Dame University of North Carolina,

Chapel Hill University of Rhode Island

University of Richmond University of San Diego University of South Carolina University of Southern MaineUniversity of South Florida University of Tampa University of Utah University of Vermont University of Virginia University of Wisconsin-Madison Villanova University Wentworth Institute of Technology Western New England University West"eld State University Wheaton CollegeWorcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester State University

Coldwell Banker Real Estate SchoolITT TechMTTIToni & Guy Hairdressing AcademyUniversal Technical Institute

','�<28�.12:"86% of CHS graduates enroll in a college, university, or technical school after graduation.

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Extracurricular activities are an important part of a student’s high school experience. Not only do these activities broaden the educational and social depth of CHS students, but they foster teamwork and develop leadership skills that help students succeed in college and beyond.

Art Society Baseball Cheerleading Clef Singers Boys Cross Country Girls Cross Country Debate Team


Diversity Coalition Drama Club Field HockeyFuture Business Leaders of America Football Freshmen Mentoring GolfLifesmarts Boys TennisGirls TennisBoys LacrosseGirls LacrosseLiterary Magazine Math Team Softball Boys SoccerGirls Soccer Mock Trial Boys Basketball Girls Basketball Model Legislature National Honor Society Ice Hockey Boys Track & Field Girls Track & FieldBoys SwimmingGirls Swimming Portuguese Club Peer Tutoring Robotics Team

WrestlingGirls Volleyball Students Against Destructive DecisionsSpecial Olympics Student Government Yearbook

','�<28�.12:"CHS allows students to create extra-curricular activities of their choice provided there is enough demand for the club, sport, or activity.

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At Cumberland High School, students choose from three rigorous curriculum programs: College Prep, CHS Honors, and Advanced Placement.

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#e College Preparatory Program prepares students for post-secondary education. #is curriculum provides students multiple opportunities to meet state standards, as well as national content standards in English, mathematics, science, social studies, world languages, health/physical education, and "ne/applied/technical arts. Achievement is measured using a variety of traditional and performance-based assessments.

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#e CHS Honors Program curriculum requires extensive independent and supplementary work outside the classroom. It is taught at an accelerated pace and at an increased depth and breadth of subject content than the College Prep curriculum. In addition, Pre-AP classes prepare students for a successive AP course.

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Psychology, Macro Economics, and Environmental Science are just a few of the 21 "rst-year college level courses o!ered at CHS. In cooperation with the College Board, and following college curricula guidelines, the CHS AP Program enables students to earn college credits upon successful completion of the Advanced Placement Examination. #e courses address broad content at a deep level and faster pace than required by the Rhode Island high school curriculum standards. Students taking an AP course should expect to spend signi"cant time on independent reading, projects, and papers.

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1. Classical 222. Cumberland 21

3. Portsmouth 204. Barrington 175. North Kingstown 15

','�<28�.12:"Open Enrollment Did you know that CHS has an open enrollment policy for all courses? Colleges and universities expect students to take challenging courses in high school, and we strongly encourage students to enroll in individual honors, dual enrollment, and/or AP courses throughout their high school career.

','�<28�.12:"�Most private or independent schools o!er 12 AP courses. No charter school in RI currently o!ers AP courses.

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7+(�&+6�)5(6+0$1�$&$'(0<Personalized Learning – Clear Expectations – Data-Based Decision Making – CollaborationTransitioning from middle school to high school can be challenging for some incoming freshman due to the increased expectation for academic independence and the social progression toward adulthood. To help students successfully begin their high school career, the CHS Freshman Academy was developed. Using a combination of clear instructional expectations, a personalized learning environment, a data system that monitors behavior and academic progress, and close collaboration between students, families and sta!, the Academy helps build the foundation for a successful high school experience.

#e Freshman Mentor Program connects specially trained upperclassmen with incoming freshmen. Mentors meet with their freshmen on a weekly basis to further assist with their transition to CHS.

&/($5�(;3(&7$7,216#e Academy provides a consistent set of expectations around instruction. By posting a “Do Now” activity, lesson targets, and a closure “takeaway” in each classroom, students experience continuity of basic course structure throughout the school day. #is helps students to feel safe and secure and promotes positive behavior.


'$7$�%$6('�'(&,6,21�0$.,1*Freshmen are monitored socially and academically using a variety of tools (including meetings of teachers to discuss each individual student’s strengths and weaknesses, one-to-one meetings between teacher and student, and meetings between advisors and individual students) on a weekly basis. #is data is regularly shared by team teachers. Students showing signs of di$culty in any area are quickly identi"ed. #e resources necessary to address their challenges – academic or social – are put in place to help them.

&2//$%25$7,21Meetings between parents, students, and teachers take place at the beginning of the school year. #is helps to foster productive communication between home and school so that concerns can be readily addressed. In addition, daily email updates are sent to parents recapping important school events. Parents and guardians have online access to student records using the Aspen Family Portal. #e CHS website and teacher tweets also provide current school information.

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3$7+:$<6�72�68&&(66&+6�&$5((5�3$7+:$<6CHS strives to guide each student toward college or career with real-world application of their educational experience by providing students the ability to specialize in a number of career "elds including: law and public safety, business, environmental science, engineering, architecture, entrepreneurship, and health care. Career Pathways enable students to explore their interests through integrated courses, performance-based projects, exposure to the world of work, and, potentially, the opportunity to earn a certi"cate recognized by business and industry. Members of the business community are engaged in this process through mentoring, job shadowing, and participation in advisory meetings.

/$:�$1'�38%/,&�6$)(7<�In conjunction with Roger Williams University, this pathway introduces concepts unique to law and public safety, including policing, courts, and corrections. Students present a portfolio of work to a panel of Roger Williams University professors to earn up to six transferrable college credits.

(19,5210(17$/�6&,(1&(�#is green pathway explores the world around us, preparing students to value the responsible development and ethical preservation of the environment.

(175(35(1(856+,3Students learn strategies needed to develop and implement business plans and how to structure, "nance, and manage an organization from human resources to operations to information technology, as they prepare to successfully compete in a global economy.


+($/7+�&$5((56#is pathway allows students to explore many professional careers in the medical "eld and o!ers technical certi"cation programs.

(1*,1((5,1*�$1'�$5&+,7(&785(�In addition to their core classes, students will take courses in engineering and design. #ey will complete integrated projects, attend related "eld trips, and work with community mentors.

%86,1(66�(17(535,6(�Students gain an understanding of successful business practices including "nance, investment, research and development, sales, marketing, and operations. Partnerships and mentor programs with local businesses and employers provide connections between school and work.

%,20(',&$/�6&,(1&(6�#e biomedical science pathway allows students to investigate the roles of biomedical professionals as they study the concepts of human medicine, physiology, genetics, microbiology, and public health. Students examine the systems of the human body and explore the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disease.

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'XDO�(QUROOPHQW��HDUO\�FROOHJH�HQUROOPHQW��enables students to begin their college career before graduating from CHS. Students complete their senior year of high school while enrolled as a college freshmen. Students are eligible for dual enrollment once 18.5 credits required for graduation from CHS are complete and they have received permission from the principal.(DUO\�&UHGLW�+LJK�6FKRRO�3URJUDP��(&+63��is o!ered in cooperation with the University of Rhode Island. Students may take Writing 104, a college course o!ered at CHS by the University of Rhode Island. #is course ful"lls a general education requirement for English Communications and focuses on writing as the sharing of information. (DUO\�(QUROOPHQW�3URJUDP��((3� courses are o!ered in cooperation with Rhode Island College. #ese courses are taught at CHS and enable students to earn college credit while obtaining their high school diploma. EEP courses are taught at either the Honors level or as an AP course. Upon successful completion of coursework, students may use these college credits as they enter RIC or transfer them to one of the many colleges or universities that accept RIC credits.

([WHQGHG�/HDUQLQJ�2SSRUWXQLWLHV combines both traditional classroom instruction with alternative methods of learning such as after-school opportunities to work with mentors and local businesses. For example, a team of students is currently working to create an exhibit about the history of Cumberland that will be permanently displayed in the CHS lobby. Local businesses will be involved with and consulted about the creation and sponsorship of these panels.


$&&5(',7$7,21�67$7(0(17Cumberland High School is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), Inc., a non-governmental, nationally-recognized organization. Accreditation by the NEASC indicates that the high school meets or exceeds criteria for the assessment of institutional quality periodically applied through a peer group review process. An accredited school or college is one which has available the necessary resources to achieve its stated purposes through appropriate educational programs, is substantially doing so, and gives reasonable evidence that it will continue to do so in the foreseeable future.

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Principal: Alan Tenreiro 658-2600 ext. 224Asst. Principal: Adolfo Costa 658-2600 ext. 221Asst. Principal: Jessie Butash 658-2600 ext. 301Dean of Students: Scott Carpenter 658-2600 ext. 225Dean of Students: Christopher Skurka 658-2600 ext. 225School Psychologist: Kristin Grimm 658-2600 ext. 250Student Assistance Counselor: Christine Bandoni 658-2600 ext. 228Student Resource O#cer: Kevin Kolek 658-2600 ext. 248Athletic Director: Christopher Tashjian 658-2600 ext. 343

All teacher emails are: "[email protected]

“Every teacher in the school is willing to go the extra mile to make sure their students are

successful,” – Brendan Abilheira-Cargill, CHS Class of 2014, now at Catholic University of America.

“CHS is special because of all the opportunities it presents every day. Whether you are

interested in academics, sports, music, leadership, or the arts, there are ways to be involved in the school,” – Juliet Nelson, CHS Class of 2014, now at Simmons College.

“#ere is a large amount of help available to students who need it academically. It wasn’t

until my junior year that I realized so many teachers stay late after school to assist students and that there is a student-run homework center available to help students who need tutoring,”– Alex Southiere, CHS Class of 2014, now at Stonehill College.

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“A lot of people don’t know about the wide range of courses CHS o!ers, or the way you can

explore yourself intellectually. For example, not many schools o!er Advanced Placement Comparative Government or Advanced Environmental Science classes. #ere is a wide range of opportunity to broaden intellectual horizons.” – Sam Ackerman, CHS Class of 2014, now at Columbia University.

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