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Cookeville High School
 Cookeville High School, a comprehensive educational facility serving 2,242 students in grades 9-12, opened at its present site on September 3, 1996. Staffed with 105 teachers, five school counselors, one part-time technology coordinator, and one administrator with four assistant principals, Cookeville High School is one of the largest high schools in the State of Tennessee.
The overall academic program at Cookeville High School is based on a modified 4 X 4 block scheduling plan instituted in 1995-96 which includes courses in core college preparatory, Advanced Placement, on-line Advanced Placement, technical education, elective areas, and dual credit (high school and university). Honors level courses are offered in the core curriculum areas of English, mathematics, science, history, and foreign language.
 The wide variety of course offerings allows all students to complete state-mandated core graduation requirements for either the university, technical or dual high school diploma. Students who meet enrollment requirements may attend Tennessee Technological University to begin earning college credit while still in high school.
Since the 2000-2001 school year, senior students have had the option of enrolling in a Dual Credit course in cooperation with TTU for which they may receive English 12 and English 101 credit for their work first term. Those continuing with the class second term receive elective English credit and English 102 credit.
Computer technology is used in all facets of administrative and classroom programming at Cookeville High School. The Mac School computer-based management program is used to schedule classes for all grade levels, and it allows teachers to keep daily attendance records and student grades at their fingertips in all classrooms. It is also used to generate student progress reports and report cards. The system has Quick Conference capability, which allows teachers in the large building to communicate with each other, with counselors, and with administrators as necessary throughout the school day by using the computer to send and receive messages.
 Additionally, the school is equipped with computer labs in the academic departments which allow students hands-on access in writing, science, mathematics, drafting, business, journalism, foreign language, music, and art labs. Students gain valuable experience using various commercial computer programs to write term papers and essays, complete general assignments, create drawings and blueprints, create Power Point and/or mPower slide shows, layout and design newspaper and yearbook pages, and calculate accounting debits and credits.
We have a very active Parent-Teacher-Student-Organization (PTSO). Parents volunteer hundreds of man-hours to help facilitate the school day. One project has been to man the visitor check-in and information desk. Other PTSO members work as volunteers in the main office as well as in the attendance office. When a teacher needs outside help with an activity, PTSO volunteers are often called. They participate in providing recognition for students and faculty for jobs well done.
Accreditation
Cookeville High School is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
College Bound Graduates
Approximately 90 percent of the graduates of this school continue their education. Nearly 70 percent attend 4-year colleges or universities, and approximately 20 percent attend 2-year colleges or other post-secondary institutions.
Curriculum
Each student's program is an individually planned experience relating to his/her developing needs, interests, and potential. Courses are offered on four levels and are explained in the quality point system.
School Year
The school year is divided into two terms and each term is divided into two nine-week periods. School is in session for 180 days per year for students and 200 days for the faculty.
Length of Class Period
There are four ninety-minute periods with ten minutes between periods for class changes.
Units of Credit
All courses meet every day one term for one unit of credit with the exception of English 9 and English 10. Students receive 1/2 credit for each term of English 9 and 10.
School Staff
The Cookeville High School staff is composed of one executive principal, five assistant principals, five and one-half school counselors, 120 teachers, 8 secretaries, one day treatment program teacher, and special education staff members.
Extra-Curricular Opportunities
Cookeville High School offers many opportunities for students to participate and excel in extra-curricular activities, clubs, and sports which include: football, basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, swimming, tennis, volleyball, golf, wrestling, track, and cross country.
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Cookeville High School
2335 North Washington Avenue
Cookeville, TN 38501
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Phone: 931-520-2287
Fax: 931-520-2268
Principal: Wayne Shanks |
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