History
OUR "WHY"
The HCCPHS family upholds a culture of high expectations, ownership, collaboration, and academic rigor. We facilitate authentic, quality learning experiences that advance students’ post-secondary pathways and develop real-world interpersonal expertise.
WHO WE ARE
HCCPHS is a New Technology High School (NTN) that also focuses on advance academics - Pre AP, AP, and Dual Credit. This means our students learn through project-based learning. Our project-based experiences allow students to grow and apply their content knowledge and 21st century skills, develop their socio-emotional abilities, and focus on college and career readiness.
ACADEMIC PROGRAM:
- Honors-level program of study for all to prepare for college-level coursework
- Standards-based curriculum that holds all students to high expectations
- Engaging instruction that emphasizes learning through inquiry
- Projects with real-world connections
- Emphasis on creative and critical thinking
- Differentiated instruction that meets the learning needs of each student
- Interdisciplinary approach
- Scaffold exposure to college-level instruction and college courses
- Daily schedule and yearly calendar structured to extend learning
SCHOOL CULTURE:
- Collaborative environment that embraces diversity
- Foundation of respect for self and others
- Staff commitment to motivate and inspire students
- Mentoring of students
- Advisory that supports academics and culture
- Construction of peer culture that supports each other’s success
- Family involvement that supports student success
- College partnership that reinforces college-going culture
- Clear student behavioral norms
ORGANIZATIONAL PRACTICES:
- Multiple modes of academic support
- Data-driven approach to curriculum, instruction, and school design
- Shared leadership and collective decision-making
- Student voice and role in shaping school direction
- Use of common tools to ensure consistent academic expectations
- Multi-faceted staff development that continuously improves teaching quality
- Leader who serves as “keeper of the flame,” reinforcing mission and culture
- Hiring and development of staff with skills and values to fulfill school mission