Madison High School
School News & Announcements
Visiting the state Capitol in Salem with 10 members of the Madison Black Student Union for the Urban League of Portland’s Legislative Day. Our students visited state senators and representatives to express support of three bills: HB 4013, HB 4077, HB 4056. These bills address AP course offerings, dating violence policies and education, and science, technology and math education, in public schools. The Urban League supports these bills because they will increase educational opportunities for students of color as well as representation of minority groups in the science and technology fields. Students read over the bills, discussed them with the legislators and their staffers, and some even gave personal testimony. Students also got an opportunity to learn about the day to day operations of the legislature from a lobbyist representing the Oregon Student Assocation.
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A Word From Principal Callin
Hello Senators!
Welcome to February and the beginning of second semester. This is a great time to refocus your energies and set yourselves up for success in the second half of the year. This time of year we have a lot going on. We are already starting to connect with our future Senators by visiting feeder schools, preparing for our Open House on February 7th from 6-8pm, and planning to bring 8th graders here for a visit as well. We want to make sure that everyone knows the great things that we have to offer here at Madison and appreciate you all helping us spread the word.
February is also forecasting month for all current 9th-11th grades. Counselors will be talking with students about the courses we have available for next year and helping them make good choices for their future goals. Please make sure to have conversations at home about these choices as they are very important for not only the future but the success of the 2012-2013 school year. In addition to the work that counselors do, students will have the opportunity to attend a Forecasting Fair on February 8th right after school lets out. This will be a chance for students to talk with teachers and ask questions about the different classes they are offering. The purpose is to help students make the best possible decisions for next year.
Finally, on a positive note, Madison has increased its cohort graduation rate by 6% in the last year from 51% to 57%. Our cohort graduation rate is based on how many 9th graders that begin with us, finish with us after four years. There are many factors that play into this rate. For example, students who earn GEDs as well as modified diplomas all count against the graduation rate. That said, we at Madison believe that we should be hitting 100% and will continuously work hard to get there. A 6% jump in a year is a great start.
Have a wonderful February,
Petra Callin, Principal
Madison High School
2735 NE 82nd Ave
Portland, OR 97220
503-916-5220
