TEANECK HIGH SCHOOL LEARNER OUTCOMES
1 . We want all students to develop the social skills necessary to be successful in school , in work , and as members of their families and communities .
2 . We want all students to become responsible citizens who are willing and able to make informed decisions about the issues of the day that affect their community , their natural environment , and their wider world of national and international relations .
3 . We want all students to be knowledgeable learners , who feel curious and comfortable about new learning and are able to manage information and acquire new skills throughout their lives .
4 . We want all students to be able to make connections among a variety of contents and between the knowledge they acquire in school and the greater world beyond the school doors .
5 . We want all students to develop a character they can be proud of , one that includes the confidence , perseverance , generosity and courage necessary to be a success in school and in life .
6 . We want all students to be effective thinkers able to solve problems , weigh evidence , and use the principles of reasoned argument to analyze , interpret , and evaluate their own and others ' work .
7 . We want all students to be able to use their imagination to create original , thoughtful products that display a real concern for quality and craftsmanship and to able to appreciate the works and products of others .
8 . We want all students to acquire sufficient knowledge of current and future technology so as to assume successful positions as students in college , workers in the workplace , or in any other post-high-school situation . Teaneck will continue to change and grow as we progress through the 21 st century .
ALMA MATER On a hill she stands , majestic , noble to our view , Glory , honor , praise , allegiance - these to her are due , Friendships made within her classrooms , lasting fine and true . Shout her glory ; pay her homage ; praise her to the sky . Hail to thee our Alma Mater ; Hail to Teaneck High .
The words were written by Carolyn Hurst Class of 1935 . Carolyn Hurst Ponchelet died on December 27 , 1962 . The music was written by A . Loudis
SCHOOL MOTTO
“ Mentem Colere et personam meliorare ” To enrich the mind and improve the character
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