Democracy and Equity
The school should demonstrate non-discriminatory and inclusive policies, practices, and pedagogies. It should model democratic practices that involve all who are directly affected by the school. The school should honor diversity and build on the strength of its communities, deliberately and explicitly challenging all forms of inequity.
The school should demonstrate non-discriminatory and inclusive policies, practices, and pedagogies. It should model democratic practices that involve all who are directly affected by the school. The school should honor diversity and build on the strength of its communities, deliberately and explicitly challenging all forms of inequity.
As we come to the completion of an exciting school year, and as we look at our class of 2009 Seniors who are heading into the world as young adults, I find myself more and more grateful for this final principle and its influence at Nathan Hale High School.
On May 12th, our Seniors presented their Culminating Projects at a community exhibition night. Each Senior presented a final summation of and reflection on her/his work on a project that shows “citizenship through service.” We saw a wide array of powerful projects, and our community panelists were truly astounded by the maturity and sensitivity of many of the presentations. Thank you to all who made this evening possible, from community and staff panelists to the PTSA who provided a lovely dinner, but most of all, thank you for raising such great kids, and for supporting them as they pursue their goals and become true honorable, thinking, skillful citizens.
Nathan Hale students continue to be honored in District, City, and State venues for their outstanding citizenship as well as their competitive excellence. Our Girls Track team placed first state-wide as Scholar Athletes, and our Tennis team recently won the Metro League Sportsmanship award. Our Girls Ultimate Frisbee team won the state title, and our Boys Soccer team progressed to the Metro finals. These are just a few of the amazing accomplishments of Nathan Hale athletes. In addition, ten of our Radio students recently took high honors in the Washington High School Radio Awards!
Our 9th grade Scientists and 12th graders in AP Environmental Science students will be presenting a joint evening exhibition highlighting issues of our responsibility for our physical environment. This is an unprecedented event, and is beautifully symbolic of the spirit and culture we would like to maintain and build at Nathan Hale. This event will take place on the evening of June 2nd—please join us!
Thank you for your support, dedication, encouragement, and feedback throughout the year. We value your input, and appreciate your commitment to excellence. It is a pleasure to share our community with you!
Marni Campbell
