RANCHO MIRAGEHIGH SCHOOL

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What is Unique about RMHS

The only high school in Rancho Mirage New facility fully completed, no

construction Performing arts center with a pathway

focused on performance theatre Culinary arts pathway with an industry

standard facility and dining area Wireless capability throughout the

campus An opportunity to start new traditions and

school culture

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Principal’s Philosophy Relentless focus on student achievement High expectations for staff and student

achievement and activity involvement Accountability and responsibility – academic,

social, and behavioral Unwavering Ethic of Care School Spirit and Pride Communication and Visibility Professional and collaborative Honesty, Respect, and Integrity

Mission and Vision

The Mission and Vision of Rancho Mirage High School will be refined by the staff, students and community. The following are the district mission, district goals, and administrative vision for the planning and opening of RMHS.

District MissionStudents will graduate from high school prepared and motivated to succeed in their chosen career and higher education, ultimately contributing to the common good. This mission is to be accomplished through the beliefs and focus of the Palm Springs Unified School District.

District Goals

All students in PSUSD will meet grade level proficiency in standards in the core academic subjects as measured by the California Standards Test (CST).

All English Language Learners will advance one level per year in English Language proficiency as measured by the California English Language Development Test.

All students will attend school every day and graduate from high school.

*These goals are accomplished through highly effective, research-based first teaching, strategic and intensive intervention, and data-driven collaboration (PLCs) that informs instruction.

Vision for StudentsPersonal and Social Responsibility

Vision for Parents and CommunityParent and Community Responsibility

Vision for SchoolResponsibility for a Safe and Secure Environment

Vision for Staff and LeadershipTeacher and Administrative Responsibility

RMHS Vision

Vision for StudentsRMHS expects all students to work toward graduation and successful transition to college or career. All students are welcomed into a school culture that encourages individuality and expects co-curricular participation in order to foster a sense of belonging. By participating in this educational community, students acquire knowledge, skills, and attitudes that will serve them today and in the future.

Personal and Social Responsibility - to achieve these qualities students: Develop strong communication, critical thinking, and

interpersonal skills; Develop lifelong learning skills; Treat all members with respect, dignity, and sensitivity; Practice integrity in all endeavors;

Vision for Parents and Community

RMHS is a working partnership of students, parents, staff and community members who effectively communicate to meet the educational needs of its students.

Parent and Community Responsibility – to achieve academic and social success, opportunities are available to: Actively participate in the student’s education to increase student

attendance, participation, and enhance student/community involvement;

Become familiar with the school community to ensure that each student is actively engaged in learning and taking advantage of the available academic, career technical, athletic, extracurricular, and support programs;

Become familiar with district and state graduation requirements, college entrance requirements, and essential skills that foster career success;

Develop partnerships between the business, government, and school community;

Vision for SchoolRMHS provide students with a safe and secure learning environment characterized by responsible, respectful and ethical behavior by the entire school community:

Safe and Secure Environment by: Providing facilities at schools that optimize

student opportunity and learning; Supplementing academic curricula with

character-building and support programs; Implementing and regularly updating safe

school, emergency preparedness and response plans.

Vision for Staff and LeadershipRMHS is a professional learning community that ensures that all students learn at high levels through a collaborative culture and an ambitious vision for student success.

Teacher and Administrative Responsibility – to help students achieve their full potential the staff of the school ensure: Relentless focus on student achievement; Engagement of all students in an active learning environment; Participation in co-curricular activities; Creation of a collaborative and professional school culture; Active engagement in collaborative decision making that improves student

achievement; Creation of a culture by which professionals continuously improve their

individual and collective professional practice and seek professional learning experiences that enable them to meet the 21st century needs of all students;

Support for peers to improve through shared responsibility and mutual accountability;

Active communication exits among the administration, staff, students, parents, and community;

Administrator Responsibilities

Relentlessly focus on student achievement Create a collaborative and professional school culture Create a strong and empowered leadership team Provide professional development that improves our

collective capacity Impact the actions and effectiveness of teachers in

the classroom Ensure that staff receives ongoing evidence of how

well all students are learning Create a satisfying and fulfilling professional

environment Create a culture by which professionals continuously

improve their individual and collective professional practice

Teacher Responsibilities Ensure that all students learn at high levels Participate in the development of a collaborative

culture Create an ambitious vision of success for all students Purposefully plan by knowing the learning outcome

and success criteria for each lesson Engage all students in an active learning

environment Support peers to improve through shared

responsibility and mutual accountability Always question, “what is best for student learning” Participate in co-curricular activities Effectively communicate with families

Academic RequirementsAcademic Area RMHS CreditsEnglish 40Math (includes meeting Algebra requirement)

20

BiologyPhysical Science

1010

World History 10US History 10Civics 5Economics 5Fine Art / Foreign Language / CTE 10Physical Education 20Health – Completion Flag / Activity 0Electives 85Total 225HSEE ELA PassHSEE MATH Pass

CurriculumENGLISH.............................................. 40 Credits ELA Support English I CP or English I Honors English II CP or English II Honors English III CP or AP English

Language CSU-ERWC or AP English Literature

MATHEMATICS................................. 20 Credits Math Support Algebra I Geometry or Geometry Honors Advanced Algebra or Advanced

Algebra Honors Statistics or AP Statistics Pre-Calculus or Pre-Calculus

Honors AP Calculus AB or AP Calculus BC

SOCIAL STUDIES............................ 30 Credits World History or AP European History U.S. History or AP U.S. History Economics or AP Macro-Economics Government or AP Government

SCIENCE............................................ 20 Credits(Must include one physical and one life science course) Earth Science Biology, Biology Honors, or AP Biology Chemistry, Chemistry Honors, or AP

Chemistry Physics, Physics Honors, or AP Physics Environmental Science or AP

Environmental Science Advanced Biology Human Anatomy PHYSICAL EDUCATION............... 20 Credits PE 9 PE - Dance Athletic PE

CurriculumWORLD LANGUAGE, VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS, OR CTE…...10 CreditsWorld Language Includes: (Based on Staffing) Spanish I, II, III, Spanish for Spanish Speakers AP Spanish Language or AP Spanish

Literature French I, II, III, AP French Language or AP French

Literature German I, II, III, AP German Language or AP German

Literature Latin I, II, III, AP Latin

Performing Arts Includes: Band I, II, III, IV Choir I, II, III, IV Concert Band Concert Choir Band Percussion Chamber Singers Symphonic Winds Theatre I, II, III,

IV Jazz Ensemble Dance II, III AP Music Theory Dance Ensemble

Career Technical Education (CTE) Includes: Culinary Arts I, II, III, IV Technical Theatre I, II, III, IV

ELECTIVES............................ 85 Credits Choose extra courses in any

subject Academic Decathlon ASB - Clubs and Advisors ASB - Leadership AVID 9, 10, 11, and Senior

Seminar Digital Media Production Freshman Seminar - Academic

Probation Publications / Yearbook Psychology or AP Psychology ROTC Work Experience

Performing Arts Pathway

Students will have the opportunity to explore their area of interest (theatre, band, choir, and dance) as well as participate in synchronized musical theatre productions.

This pathway includes a sequence of Career Technical Education (CTE) courses (set design, sound and lighting, and stage production) combined with a rigorous course of study in the core academic areas.

Culinary Arts Pathway

Students will prepare to advance into college, technical trade school, or job opportunity in the culinary industry.

This pathway includes a sequence of Career Technical Education (CTE) courses combined with a rigorous course of study in the core academic areas.  

Facilities

Nine Buildings Administration Library / Media Center English and Social Studies Math and science Performing arts center Gymnasium Cafeteria Central plant Stadium Concession Parking areas for students,

staff, and visitors

Performing Arts Center

600-seat theatre Black Box theatre Orchestra pit Supporting cast areas Band and choir rooms State of the art sound system Scene and costume design rooms Video editing and recording lab

Culinary Arts Center

Commercial Culinary Kitchen Dining Classroom.

Classrooms and Media Center

Audio-visual equipmentProjectorsHigh speed dataBuilt in caseworkTechnology labsElectric motorized screensScience labs with chemical resistant countertops, sinks, gas, and additional power

Athletic Facilities 1 Football stadium with

concessions 1 Track 1 Football practice field 1 Gymnasium 1 Auxiliary gymnasium 2 Soccer fields 2 Baseball fields 2 Softball fields 8 Basketball courts 8 Tennis courts 1 Wrestling room 1 Dance room All-weather Track

Tentative Extra-Curricular Marching band Performance band Performance choir Jazz ensemble Concert choir Chamber singers Dance ensemble Cheerleading Publications Speech competition

Athletics ASB AVID Academic clubs Service clubs Academic decathlon Mock trial Peer tutoring ROTC

Parent Opportunities School Site Council (SSC) English Language Advisory Committee (ELAC) Athletic Boosters Parent Connect Volunteer Opportunities

Daily greeting Classroom assistance Supervision Athletics Chaperone

RMHS Boundary

Boundary / Transfer Information

PSUSD is an Open Enrollment District: PSUSD is requiring that all students entering grades

9 and 10 in the 2013/14 school year who wish to attend a school other than RMHS to complete a transfer request between January 7, 2013 and February 7, 2013. 

All transfer request applications must be submitted electronically through the computer station in the Student Services office  from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 980 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262.

Transfers may be revoked for poor attendance and behavior through SARB

It is the responsibility of the parent to provide transportation for the pupil.

Planning AheadStaff and Community Information Meetings Spring and Summer – Community tours

Staffing Timeline February – Initial staffing, interview process March – June – Final staffing process

Projected Move-in and Equipment Timeline March – Final construction completion April 1st – Administrative Move-in April - August – Furniture and Equipment delivery

Student Registration March – Non-RMHS student transfer application and

course request

BUILDER AND CONSULTANTS

CONTACT INFORMATION

Builder - McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.

Consultant groups Architect - HDA Design

Group, Inc. Interior designer –

Kathy Davis & Associates

Structural engineer – Paragon Structural Design, Inc.

Mechanical engineer – Kraemer Engineering, Inc.

Ken Wagner, Ed.D. Principal kwagner@psusd.us (760) 416-6037

(temporary phone)Julie Arthur Executive Director,

Facilities Planning and Development

jarthur@psusd.us Mike Sattley Project Manager msattley@psusd.us