My daughter became ill in sophomore year and without the complete support of the school - especially her guidance counselor, Janice Higgins, she would not be graduating with her class this coming June
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Posted by a parent on 09/16/09
I am not only a faculty member, but a former graduate of the school and I can tell you that your child will for the most part be getting an outstanding education. Most of the teachers are reliable and well educated and the brass is superior. Our principal is extraordinary and well educated as is our
... Read more superintendent. The elective program has grown exponentially due in part to semesterization. The IB program pushes kids to new heights and our athletics are very competitive. The facilities are old but the technology the school provides is amazing. Your children will be prepared for college! Read less
Posted by a teacher on 06/29/09
I graduated from this High school and I have to say that it was the most unproductive four years of my life. I gained a somewhat substantial education from the music and english departments, however the Math and Science departments severely lacked and it seemed to me that the teachers appeared to know
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Posted by a student on 05/29/08
Well I'm a student at this high school and I would say that it is a very good high school with a great academic program. The course offered are challenging and prepare the student well for a college career. There are many choices of classes available in both the AP and IB programs. The students in the
... Read more IB program are challenged and driven to do their best! ( I would know since I am in the IB program). Even though the high school is great as a whole there are some areas in which it lacks. For example, the art department recently has been downsized and we have only one art room available. The after school buses come only two times a week which makes it hard for students and parents alike in the matter of transportation. Overall, the high school creates a welcoming enviroment for all students and teachers! Read less
Posted by a student on 02/23/08
School rated highly by records. Current complaint is the poor use of teacher webpages not being updated daily and not listing class homework. Other schools have on-line report cards and websites where you can follow your student's progress and see if homework is in or not (ie Randolph & Warren Hills)
... Read more but WMCHS does not have this. I have recommended it. Is WMCHS up to the times? Most teachers makes themselves available after school for help but I have had one who does not this year and I want to believe the teachers want to do the best for the students. No after school late buses except for Tues & Thurs limits kids with working parents to participate in after school activities. My child does participate in extracurricular due to this fact as I work. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/01/07
WMCHS is just OK in every way. Son graduated last year, and daughter is sophomore. Basic academics are fine, AP and IB included. However, drama and art programs uninspiring. Sports and clubs standard. Elective offerings still in the 1950's (i.e. drawing, creative writing, cooking, yearbook) Students
... Read more are not being prepared for the high tech world they will live in and do not have the opportunity to explore diverse topics. All academic classes and most elective classes are year long which also does not allow students the opportunity to learn from a variety of teacher styles. A student is stuck in the same schedule for one very long and boring school year. Very few social offerings as well; dances are few and far between, no parades, no festivals, no big pep rallies, no spirit days. You get the picture. The nurses are excellent and guidance dept. variable. Safe, fine, just OK. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/21/06
The quality of academic programs is excellent! Music programs are available but not at the highest proficiency levels. Many clubs available. Parent involvement doesn't exist until project graduation.
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School Profile for West Morris Central High School
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Grade Level: 11
Test Year: 2008
West Morris Central High School
West Morris Regional High School District
New Jersey
* In 2007-2008 New Jersey used the High School Proficiency Assessment (HSPA) to test students in grade 11 in language arts literacy, math and science. The HSPA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. Students are required to pass the HSPA in order to graduate. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
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general intellectual ability or talent - high intelligence test score (usually two standard deviations above the mean), and high levels of vocabulary, memory, abstract work knowledge and abstract reasoning;
specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
Vocation/Technical Curriculum
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Special Education Classes
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Adult Education Classes
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English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
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Chester schools — West Morris Central High School is located at 259 Bartley Rd, Chester NJ 07930. 259 Bartley Rd is in the 07930 ZIP code in Chester, NJ The school district for West Morris Central High School is the West Morris Regional High School District. West Morris Central High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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