Located in the seventeenth century town of Snow Hill, Maryland, on the banks of the scenic Pocomoke River, Snow Hill High School is a small dynamic learning community that serves a diverse group of students in grades 9 through 12. A tradition of excellence is evidenced at Snow Hill High School through many of the school's activities and programs. For over one hundred years, the motto of the "Snow Hill Eagles" has been "Honor, Service and Efficiency." More recently, Snow Hill High School has adopted "Snow Hill High School - where eagles soar. A Tradition of Excellence" as its slogan. The instructional vision of our school is to provide our students with learning experiences that will empower them to graduate to be lifelong learners, to respect diversity, and to become productive members of their local and worldwide community.
Our students demonstrate the highest attendance rate in the county and one of the lowest dropout rates in the State of Maryland. On the Maryland High School Assessments, the students at Snow Hill High School have performed as well or better than their peers across the state in the assessed areas of English, Government, Algebra I, and Biology. Over 44% of the student body qualifies each year for recognition as WeXL Student Scholars through the WeXL Scholastic Recognition Program, which honors students for consistently earning honor roll status. Over 81% of our graduates continue their education in a two or four year institution of higher learning or through a specialized trade school or enter the military. In all areas of our students' activities, Snow Hill High School enjoys a wealth of community support and involvement. Snow Hill High School is indeed a dynamic learning community and is committed to excellence in all areas of student performance.
School Profile
Mission Statement
The mission of Snow Hill High School, a small dynamic learning community, is to nurture and enhance the academic, social, physical and emotional potential in each of our students. As we inspire and facilitate active learning, we empower all students, as lifelong learners, to recognize and respect diversity and to become productive members of their local and worldwide community.
School Highlights and Awards
In 2008, the MCJROTC unit was recognized as a Naval Honor School. The unit has received this distinguished award for eight of the past nine years. The graduating class of 2008 amassed in excess of $2.6 million in merit-based scholarship offers. Snow Hill High School is accreditated by the Middle States Association of Secondary School through the Accreditation for Growth protocol. In 2002, the Maryland State Department of Education named Snow Hill High School a Maryland Blue Ribbon School of Excellence for its commitment to meeting rigorous standards. In 2002, Snow Hill High School was recognized by the Maryland Coalition for Inclusive Education with the Outstanding Inclusion Award.
The Snow Hill High School Band maintains a reputation of pride and excellence. During the past twenty years the band has performed in 103 competitive events against bands from eighteen different states and the District of Columbia. In this time the band has received 99 first place awards, three second place awards, and one third place award. The Snow Hill High School Concert Band has received four consecutive superior ratings at their annual District Band Festival. Additionally, 128 band students have been selected to perform with the All-Shore Band.
The 2008 Men's Basketball Team posted an undefeated 28-0 season winning the Bayside Conference Championship, the 1A East Regional Championship, and the Maryland 1A State Championship.
Snow Hill High School's 2008 graduate, Scott Baker, was awarded the prestigious Northrop Grummond Scholarship for engineering students. Other members of the Class of 2008 who received prestigious academic recognition include: Leah Klump, who was identified as a Maryland Byrd Scholar; Matt Freeman, a 2008 Commended Student by the National Merit Scholarship Program and a 2007 College Board Scholar; and Jacob Figgs, a 2007 College Board Scholar. Snow Hill High School was recognized by MSDE for outstanding performance on the 2006 Maryland School Assessment for subgroup and overall improvement.
Special Programs
To meet the needs of our students, Snow Hill High School offers an array of special programs which include Comprehensive Curricular Programs for Preparation for the Scholastic Aptitude Test, Peer Support and Mediation Programs, a Pupil Service Team, Academic Support Program, and a Ninth Grade Advisory Program.
After School Programs
In 2005, funded through a 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant, Snow Hill High School began offering an After School Learning Academy to all enrolled students. In 2006, Snow Hill High was the recipient of a NEXUS grant. This program is focused on the preparation and increased enrollment of non-traditional A.P. students in Advanced Placement courses. SHHS also offers its students over 25 interscholastic sports.
Parent Involvement Opportunities
Snow Hill High School encourages parental involvement through the Band Boosters, Choral Boosters, JROTC Boosters, Athletic Boosters, School Improvement Advisory Committee (SIAC), Accreditation For Growth Strategic Action Planning Team, and various other school committees.
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Principal
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Mr. Thomas A. Davis
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Assistant Principals
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Mrs. Peggy Stewart and Extended School Administrator Mrs. Lynne Bratten
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Guidance Counselors
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Ms. Tanya Shannon
Ms. Hope Hutira
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Address
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305 South Church St.
Snow Hill, MD 21863 |
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Phone
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410-632-5270
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Fax
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410-632-5279
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Website
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Grades
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Grade 9 through Grade 12
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School Day
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Begins at 8:07 AM; Ends at 2:55 PM
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Enrollment
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400 students
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Staff
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39 Teachers, 10 Educational Assistants, 6 Food Services, 1 Nurse, 3 Secretaries, 1 Media Specialist, 4 Custodians
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School Built
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1957
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Addition
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1982
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Total Size
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70,657
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Portable Classrooms
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6
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Site
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18 acres
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Teacher to Student Ratio
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1:13
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