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Welcome to Forest Hills Central!
Forest Hills Central High School has long been rated as a top performer in the areas of academic excellence, fine arts, and athletics. This is due to the exceptional accomplishments of our students, staff, and parents. Our reputation for academic excellence continues to thrive and lead Kent County and all of West Michigan. Our 1357 students in grades nine through twelve are taught by proven instructors, 80% of whom hold at least a master’s degree. For the second year in a row, based on multiple criteria, Grand Rapids Magazine ranked the Forest Hills Schools as the number one district in Kent County.
Why has our school been so successful? The answer lies in the spirit of cooperation and the partnerships formed between our school, the community, and the parents and students of Forest Hills Central High School. Please contact us if you have specific questions or comments and we will be happy to assist you.
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Forest Hills enters ArtPrize
For the first time in ArtPrize history, an entire school district has come together to create an entry for the 2011 ArtPrize competition. The entry, titled “7000 Loves,” hopes to embody the great love that a community can have for its members. The entry has a website that describes the symbolism and spirit behind the creation.
Senior Parents: Help is Needed
We need your help!
It is that time of year when the planning really gets underway for all of the events that will transpire during your child’s senior year.
With this in mind, parent involvement is needed for the seniors’ all-night party directly following graduation on Wednesday, May 21, 2012. This optional and traditional event provides a safe and fun environment for our seniors to celebrate following their graduation ceremony at Sunshine Community Church. It is organized and run entirely by parents (not affiliated with the PTO.)
FIND US ON FACEBOOK for more information.
Orientation Details
The countdown has begun. We are only a couple of weeks away from the 2011-2012 school year getting off to a great start. To ensure a smooth beginning for all students, we need you at Orientation.
Please bring writing utensils, up-to-date information (if you need to correct your student’s basic and emergency card information), a checkbook for necessary fees and optional purchases.
THE 2011-2012 ORIENTATION DATE TBD SOON!
Stay Tuned for more information.
Budgeting for the Start of the Year
To help you understand what needs your child might have in high school this year, we are providing a list of tools and supplies.
Suggested Student Expenses for 2011–2012 school year
All High School Grades:
• Field trip expenses, optional throughout the year.
• 3 ring binder w/dividers
• Notebooks
• Paper
• Pencils/Pens
• Glue Stick
• Any Scientific Calculator for Applied Math, Pre-Algebra, H.S. Algebra, Algebra, or Geometry
(suggestions: TI30 or TI30 Plus).
• Any Graphing Calculator for Adv. Algebra, FST, PDM, Calculus or AP Calculus. (suggestions:
TI83 or TI83 Plus)
• Backpack/Bookbag
• Parking permits…$35 (checks payable to FHE)
• Debit Card Deposit for Lunch (checks may be sent payable to FHE Food Service)
9th grade purchase:
• Gym shoes
Optional items for all classes:
• Pocket Dictionary/Thesaurus
• Paperback books for English classes, sold by the teacher throughout the year.
• Yearbook (approximately $65)
• Dance tickets (Homecoming, Snowman Shuffle, Swirl, Prom)
• Eastern Apparel
Start off on the Right Foot
As fall quickly approaches, so does the inevitability of project deadlines, college applications, tests and quizzes, as well as the need to balance a hectic schedule.
Here are some tips to help you start your school year off on the right note:
FYI : Work hard this year to establish a high GPA your 9th grade year. Remember, the general rule of thumb is that a GPA rises much harder than it falls. Colleges are really looking at your GPA, especially during the 10th and 11th grade years.
Look for help when things get rough.
Don’t be afraid to come to your respective counselor if you are in need of a tutor for a class(es). We have options within FHE as well as within the community. If you’re having academic difficulty in a class, first think about these options:
1. Ask questions of the teacher.
2. Utilize online tutorials.
3. Keep yourself organized and try various learning strategies.
4. Think about forming your own study group with other students.
Online Tutorial Options:
www.homeworkspot.com/high/math
www.ceoexpress.com/links/bphomework.asp
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS TIPS
FACT : Looking at college applications now will help you see what you can and cannot fill out on the application thus defining where your weakness is with that respective college.
Words of Wisdom
• Start marketing yourself for colleges through enrichment opportunities.
• A lot of college may recalculate your GPA starting in 10th grade
• Colleges like to see extracurricular experiences that include leadership, especially if it’s outside of the school.
• Volunteer experience should align with an intended college major/ career pathway.
• Take advantage of every opportunity to meet college reps. in the future
HINT: They are in on the admissions process.
