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EspañolMILLIKAN HIGH SCHOOL
Robert A. Millikan at age 23
'Millikan High School' is a high school in Long Beach, California administered by the Long Beach Unified School District. It is located near the corner of Spring Street and Palo Verde Avenue in East Long Beach. As of the 2004-2005 school year, Millikan High School served approximately 4,200 students.
Eponym
Millikan High school is named after the Nobel Prize winner Robert A. Millikan. Millikan High School's educational programs emphasize technology and science.
Graduation Requirements
In order to earn a diploma, all Millikan students must:
★ Earn a minimum of 220 credits
★ Pass all required classes including Algebra
★ Complete 40 Service Learning hours
★ Pass both sections of the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE)
★ Pay all accrued fines
★ Have 0 demerits
★ 220 credits must be earned by the end of the second semester of the senior year. Summer graduates are not eligible to participate in the graduation ceremony.
Traditions
It will be noted that the initials of the school's namesake – 'R'obert 'A'. 'M'illikan – spell RAM. The Ram is the school mascot. Aries, the school annual, Corydon, the school newspaper, Ram Pages, the student handbook, as well as all activity groups carry out the RAM theme.
Expected Schoolwide Learning Results
RAMHI
★ Rigorous Thinkers and Learners
★ Articulate Communicators
★ Millikan Team Players
★ High Achieving Self-Directed Learners
★ Integrators of Technology
Alma Mater
:Hail Blue and Gold
:We Pledge Our Loyalty
:Our Alma Mater Gleams from Sea to Sea
:Our High School Abides in Time
:So We May Ever See
:Our Millikan High
:As it Stands in Majesty
:All Hail to Our Blue and Gold
:We Sing Our Praise to Thee
Fight song
:M-I double L - I, K - A - N spells Millikan
:Finest high school in this wondrous nation
:To every one of us an inspiration
:M-I double L - I, K - A - N, you see
:Is the name whose great fame
:We will guard with our might and main
:Millikan for me!
Small Learning Communities
Millikan High School is made up of 7 SLC's
Quest
★ (Questioning, Understanding, Engaging, Success through Technology), is a GATE magnet for gifted and talented honors students. QUEST students commit to a rigorous four-year, distinguished college preparatory program that encourages diversity of thought and scholarly endeavor. The academic independence of QUEST Scholars culminates in a self-directed Senior Project. The curriculum integrates academic disciplines though a thematic, problem-based approach to learning and includes accelerated, honors, and a minimum of three Advanced Placement (AP) classes and exams. QUEST students are supported in post-secondary planning through counseling and an academic portfolio. In addition to academic studies, QUEST students are active participants in campus extra- and co-curricular activities. Entrance requirements include a GPA of 3.3 or higher, high standardized test scores, and a good record of citizenship and attendance.
Compass
★ (Community of Musicians, Performers, Artists, and Social Scientists) is a smaller learning community designed to prepare students for college by engaging them in a program that integrates core curriculum with the social sciences and the arts. The program places great emphasis on standards based instruction while helping students to connect learning with real world situations.
Green
★ Formally known as the the KIUP program. Academy is designed to provide university preparation and career exploration. Math and science enrichment geared toward the average and above average student is provided within a supportive cross-curricular program. Students graduate with both their "a-g" college requirements and a personal career exploration portfolio.
PEACE
★ (Personal success through Empowerment, Academic achievement, Character education, and Ethics in action) is an innovative academy that engages in such programs as simulations (Contemporary World Project & International Negotiations), hands-on learning, community service, field experience, student government based upon the United States Constitution, peer/teacher mentoring, partnership with CSULB School of Philosophy, and standards based content which is cross curricular. Upon graduation PEACE students will exceed UC and CSU admissions.
Global Technology
★ This is a four year college preparatory program emphasizing computer applications and technology. The academy provides a rigorous college preparatory education that provides the necessary foundation for students to either enter college or be competitive in the world of work. Students become a member of a small learning community that is committed to integrating classroom learning with technology.
Stellar
★ (Scholastic Teams of English Language Learners for Academic Rigor) provides a standards-based, challenging curricula for English learners at EL Levels 1,2,3, and 4. Teams of teachers work together and with students to provide the personal and academic support of a Small Learning Community environment. After acquiring English proficiency, students transition to other Millikan academies.
MBA
★ (Millikan Business Academy), formerly the Ultimate Success Academy, promotes essential life skills and college-preparedness with a particular emphasis on entrepreneurship, marketing, enterprise, and financial independence steeped in sound business practices and principles.
Under the excellent direction of computer faculty John Jacobson (B.S. Physics, M.Ed. Mathematics Education, both at UCSB) the academy has taken off and is a very solid option in the small learning communities at Millikan.
AVID
AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination)
A rigorous support class/program for highly motivated students that works in conjunction with the other magnet/special programs at Millikan to prepare students for attendance at a 4-year college or university.
What is AVID?
The mission of AVID is to ensure that all students, and most especially students in the middle capable of completing a college preparatory path:
★ Will succeed in the most rigorous curriculum.
★ Will enter mainstream activities of the school.
★ Will increase their enrollment in four-year colleges.
★ Will become educated and responsible participants and leaders in a democratic society.
AVID is a good program for those students who could make it in a challenging curriculum if they had some support. The AVID program plans to place its students into accelerated, honors, and AP classes as they are ready. AVID supports all smaller learning communities at Millikan.
AVID recognizes that the only way students can get into and through college is by perseverance, hard work, and, as the program name reveals, Òindividual determination.Ó AVID students do not receive any special breaks. But, AVID provides what first generation college students usually lack: high expectations, encouragement, academic support, a vision that college is attainable, and guidance in ways to negotiate the system. AVID involves students in strong group of peers and adults who share a commitment to academic achievement and who work together to help the group succeed.
The AVID elective teacher fills three roles: teacher, academic coach, and mentor. AVID is an elective course of study taught within the school day, so the teacher has regular contact with the AVID students throughout the school year.
The AVID program is ironic in that many of these students are nothing more than thugs as evidenced on the intersection of palo verde and spring street on any afternoon.
The Millikan High School AVID Goal
The Millikan AVID program's objective is to prepare its students for enrollment and successful participation four year universities such as those found in the UC system and the better private universities. Meeting the enrollment requirements for these schools often supersedes admission requirements for the CSU system and many out-of-state colleges and universities.
What does AVID accomplish?
AVID is designed to achieve specific objectives:
★ To support students in rigorous college preparatory programs and to enroll students in honors and advanced placement classes.
★ To develop the habits and skills students need to succeed.
★ To develop good study habits and academic survival skills, such as, note taking, essay writing, and time management.
★ To support students in maintaining grade point averages that will be competitive in applying to four-year colleges and universities.
★ To foster positive attitudes toward school and higher education.
★ To help students become knowledgeable about colleges, develop a plan to get in college, and apply to appropriate colleges and for financial aid.
★ To enroll 100% of AVID graduates in colleges and universities including 80% in four-year institutions
Did You Know ThatÉ..
In California the statewide average for seniors completing University of California college entry requirements in 34.8%
AVID seniors completed those requirements at an 84% rate.
Over 50% of students who enter college do not make it to their sophomore year?
AVID students are successful in college 89% of those who entered college were still enrolled two years later. In 1999 more than 70% of AVID seniors enrolled in four-year colleges or universities. The national average was 24.6%.
Who Qualifies for AVID?
The criteria for AVID are:
Ability
★ Academic potential to succeed in college preparatory courses and in college with tutorial support, typically a GPA of 2.3 Æ 3.3 (C+ - B+) average is required in middle school classes.
Desire and Determination
★ A desire to attend college.
★ A willingness to undertake demanding preparation for college.
Special consideration
★ Traditionally under represented students in college
★ Those in low socioeconomic households (as determined by eligibility for free or reduced price lunch).
★ First generation in their family to attend college
★ Students who are historically unlikely to attend college
★ Students who face some challenge or possible block to attending college.
NOTE: A student does not have to meet all of the criteria, a student may have other circumstances that merit participation in the program.
Some Final Considerations
The AVID program requires hard work and perseverance. It is effective only if student participation is voluntary.
Students must sign a contract agreeing to:
★ Enroll in AVID for at least three years or until they complete high school
★ Study at least two hours a day and complete all assignments
★ Maintain an AVID binder in which to take class notes
★ Participate in AVID tutorial groups
★ Take a rigorous course of study
★ Participate in AVID field trips and activities
★ Take the PSAT, SAT, and/or ACT
Parents also must sign agreeing to:
★ Support all AVID academic requirements
★ Encourage and support their children's academic success
★ Attend all AVID parent meetings
AVID students are also encouraged to take part in school sports, on-campus clubs, student government, and community service. While AVID is not a GATE program, the students are provided with the opportunities to participate in Advanced Placement and honors classes.
NOTE: Students who have a history of attendance problems, low motivation, poor academic performance, or discipline problems are not suited for this program. AVID is not a remedy for these issues. The target student should be willing to work and have positive outlook. Consider that most AVID students have near perfect attendance and citizenship grades that are mostly E's and S's. Many of the typical AVID students are the Ôgood kids' who generally get overlooked at school because they do their work and they don't cause problems.
One Last Thought
95% of AVID students reported enrolling in college, 78% in four-year institutions and 17% in community colleges. The four-year college enrollment rate is three times higher than the California state average.
AVID is an international program, and as of June 2001, adopted by over 1,200 schools in 21 states and 14 countries. It has received recognition and honors from several state and national organizations. If you are interested in more information about AVID, please visit the web site at: http://www.avidoline.org/
On Campus Clubs
★ ADVANCED DANCE CLUB
★ ADVANCED ELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGIES
★ AINESIS
★ A.I.G.A. (ALL ISLANDERS GETTING ALONG0)
★ AMADEUS
★ AMERICAN STUDENT FILM SOCIETY
★ AMIGAS CLUB
★ ANIME
★ ARIES
★ ASIAN CULTURE CLUB
★ ASSOCIATON OF THEATRICAL TECHNICIANS
★ BADMINTON CLUB
★ BEST BUDDIES
★ BLACK STUDENT UNION
★ CALIFORNIA SCHOLARSHIP FEDERATION
★ CELTIC PRIDE CLUB
★ CHEER
★ CHESS CLUB
★ COLORING CLUB
★ DA CAPO
★ DOWN TO EARTH
★ FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES
★ FILIPINO CLUB
★ FISHING CLUB
★ FORENSICS CLUB
★ THE FRENCH CONVERSATION CLUB
★ GAY-STRAIGHT ALLIANCE
★ GERMAN CLUB
★ GIRL TALK
★ GIRLS' SWIM CLUB
★ GIRLS' TENNIS CLUB
★ GLOBAL TECH CLUB
★ GOSPEL CHOIR
★ HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
★ HACKY-SACK CLUB
★ HOPE
★ HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
★ INTERMEDIATE DANCE CLUB
★ JDM RICE CAR CLUB
★ KEY CLUB
★ LADY RAMS BASKETBALL
★ LEADERSHIP CLUB
★ THE LIFE
★ LORD OF THE RINGS CLUB
★ L.U.L.A.C.
★ MAISON FRANCAISE
★ MARINE EXPOLERS CLUB
★ MARINE SCIENTISTS
★ M.E.Ch. A.
★ MEN'S TENNIS SUPPORT CLUB
★ MHS ENTERPRISES
★ MILLIKAN BLOOMERS
★ MILLIKAN P.E. CLUB
★ MOOSEKETEERS
★ MUSIC APPRECIATION
★ N.H.S. (NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY)
★ PAPERMATES
★ PEACE CLUB
★ PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB
★ PING PONG CLUB
★ QUEST CLUB
★ R & B HIP HOP CLUB
★ RAMSET
★ RECYCLE NOW
★ SENIOR LADIES
★ S.I.N.E. Club
★ SOFTBALL CLUB
★ THE SOPHISTS
★ SPANISH CONVERSATION CLUB
★ SPOKEN WORDS
★ STAR WARS CLUB
★ STELLAR
★ SWEET AS KANDEE
★ THE TRUTH - MEN'S DISCIPLESHIP
★ U-Turn Club
★ VISIONS CLUB
★ YOUNG BLACK SCHOLARS/YOUNG SCHOLARS
Choral Music
Millikan High School has a choral program that is directed by John Harvey. The entire program is built of 5 classes, Cecillian Singers 1-2 which is a freshman girls class, Varsity Chorale 1-8, a freshman boys class, Cecillian Singers 3-8, an intermediate girls class, Concert Choir 1-8, which is the big group that is built of both men and women. And finally the vocal ensemble, the most advanced class in the school that meets in 0 period.
Since 2006,The Millikan High School Vocal Ensemble takes a trip every year to San Francisco to compete with the best high schools, city colleges, and state colleges from the entire west coast of the country. The Concert Choir and Vocal Ensemble, which are the advanced choirs are able to sight read up to 6 part choral music, pieces they have worked on in past years are, When David Heard and As Vesta Was both composed by Thomas Weelkes.Other pieces of music such as Didn't My Lord Deliver Daniel? arr. by Moses Hogan.
Performances
★ There are 2 concerts a year for the whole entire program which takes place in the fall and the spring.
★ After the fall concert, the concert choir men and variety chorale man, mix for a special men's ensemble and perform for the
Principal for a Day luncheon.
★ Concert Choir performs 3 times a year, the fall concert, the holiday concert, and the spring concert.
★ Concert Choir, and Varsity Chorale go to perform for th LBUSD festival every year.
★ Before the spring concert, the Vocal Ensemble goes on a trip to a festival in San Francisco.
★ After the spring concert, the Concert Choir sings for the Most Inspiring Student Awards for the LBUSD.
★ Every year on graduation day, the Concert Choir sings the Alma Mater for the graduating class.
★ The Concert Choir takes an annual trip to Disneyland
Dramatic Arts
This program is spearheaded by Ms. Wendy Atwell. They put on 3 plays a year, the fall play, the spring musical, and the spring play which is performed in the black box theatre.
The fall play is performed in the school auditorium. The spring musical is open to everyone that attends Millikan and is also performed in the auditorium.
Past Dramatic Arts students include Daniel Brown, Matthew Julian, Thomas Helspur, John Stern, Annie Gholson, Emily Odell, Wendy McColm, Matthew Jennings, Shannon Rosales, Kalie Quineones, Danny Theyer, Joshua Helms, Ben Bosworth, Angela Kozik, Jenna Diaz, Ernesto Rocha, Alexander Salas, Evan Ruiz, and Paul Murufas
School uniforms
Millikan High School requires ''all'' students to wear school uniforms, which consist of white, navy, or gold tops, and khaki or navy bottoms.
Athletics
Millikan’s soccer program for both boys and girls has consistently been rated among the best in Southern California, earning the number 2 title in the nation for boy's soccer.
Notable alumni
★ Soben Huon, Miss Utah USA 2006 [1]
★ Ashlie Brillault, Ashlie Brillault: American actress.
★ Tonya Crews, American model.
★ Mike Montgomery, former Golden State Warriors and Stanford Head Basketball coach
★ Nick Bierbrodt former Major League Baseball first round draft pick
★ Jason Bell , NFL Football Player
★ Amat Escalante, Film Director and Producer
★ Chase Hilke, successful musician in the Long Beach area.
★ Jack Grisham, Rock Musician
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