Unformatted Text for Google Sites: Model_TrainingSt. Helena High School (Columns/Tables, Text Links)?School ProfileFoundedÊÊin 1887, St. Helena High Schoolis a comprehensive 9-12 high school accredited by the Western Association ofSchools and Colleges (WASC).ÊÊThe schoolis located in rural St. Helena in the heart of Napa Valley.ÊÊOf note for a school of only 509 students isthe fact that that more than 95% of the graduates go on to two or four year colleges, as St. Helena features a strong college-preparatory program.ÊÊFor 2013-2014 SHHS offersÊÊCollege Preparatory and Advanced Placement courses, while concurrently providing students options in career and technical education.ÊÊThe high school provides students with a host of elective courses ranging from Anatomy & Physiology and Philosophy to Veterinary Science, Viticulture, Environmental Horticulture,and Oral Interpretation.ÊÊThe high school receives a tremendous amount of support from the community and works diligently to promote life-long learners prepared to function effectively in a global society.This YearNever resting on our laurels, we have a great deal ahead of us: transitioning to the Common Core, the school accreditation process (WASC), the everevolving understanding and refinement of student learning, and bridging the generational technological divide, to name a few.Ê However, we are most fortunateto work in a community that encourages and supports its students and teachers in an unparalleled, yet appropriate manner, staying true to the Vision of an Òinnovative learning environment with the highest expectations.ÓÊMost importantÊis the students themselves.Ê It is a purpose oft-made trivial by half-hearted attempts, which is anything but what we aim to represent and achieve in the days, months, and years ahead. ÊHowever, to truly live out our Mission and inch closer to our Vision we need you to join us in this most meaningful endeavor of making a deep and genuine difference in the lives of your students.Ê It is up to us, and our time is now.Bell ScheduleSchool CalendarBelow, you will find this years school calendar (URL:Êhttp://shusd.schoolwires.com/site/Default.aspx?PageID=30). Please check the calendar frequently. We have been known to change the calendar (Link to Google Drive) with out notice to you or your son/daughter. It is your responsibility to stay up to date.