Muhelnberg Senior High School

The central purposes of Muhlenberg High School are to provide a quality education for students according to their current levels of ability and achievement, to help students achieve their maximum potentials, and to aid students in understanding and appreciating our democratic society. It is the responsibility of the school to its community to nurture in its students a sense of belonging and cohesiveness to the community, to produce good citizens, and to provide direction where needed. Concomitantly, the school looks to the community for its financial and moral support. It expects the community to provide general direction for its education program through its Board of Education.

Muhlenberg High School attempts to remain current with economic, technological, and social changes of American society by adjusting its curriculum, extracurricular activities, and career guidance accordingly. The experienced professional staff of the high school seeks to remain up-to-date with current developments and new skills. Our school also strives to foster positive attitudes, wholesome relationships, and mutual respect among its students in an atmosphere conducive to learning.

Muhlenberg High School meets the needs of its students by providing adequate facilities and supplies, guidance in course selection and career choices, and a variety of activities.

Objectives

To provide a quality education for each student through the cooperative efforts of the administration, school board, and teaching staff.
To encourage cultural pursuits and an appreciation of the arts through curricular and extracurricular activities.
To offer diverse educational experiences through a continually updated curriculum.
To prepare students for entrance into an ever-changing society.
To develop good habits of work and study.
To perpetuate the ideals of citizenship, American heritage, and the democratic way of life.
To impress upon students the value of the need for intellectual, social, and physical growth.
To foster an atmosphere providing for the development of analytical thinking.
To promote conditions and programs which develop good mental and physical health.
To make students aware of occupational opportunities and responsibilities.
To provide social experiences through school and community activities.
To promote an awareness and acceptance of various cultures and traditions.
To encourage students to make independent, responsible decisions.