Aberdeen High School (Maryland) Explained

Aberdeen High School
Established:1907
Type:Public
Principal:Micheal Quigg
Grades:9–12
Staff:90.33 (FTE)
Ratio:16.25
Enrollment:1,468 (2017–18)[1]
Mascot:Eagle
Ceeb:210000
Colors: Blue and gold
Address:251 Paradise Road
City:Aberdeen
Zipcode:21001
County:Harford County, Maryland
District:Harford County Public Schools
Country:United States
Picture Caption:Side view of Aberdeen High School, including main entrance
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Picture Caption2:Front view of Aberdeen High School, exterior of library

Aberdeen High School is a public high school in Aberdeen, Maryland, United States. It is a part of the Harford County Public Schools.

Test performance

Aberdeen High School's performance on the Maryland High School Assessment test is close to equivalent to the state average. In algebra, the average proficiency was 3.1 out of five, the same as the average in the state. In English, the average proficiency was 2.9 out of five, while the state's average proficiency was 3.0.[2]

Science and Mathematics Academy

The Science and Mathematics Academy (SMA) is a magnet program located at Aberdeen High School in Aberdeen, Maryland available to Harford County residents entering high school.[3] It was founded in 2004 by its first coordinator Donna Clem and in association with Dennis Kirkwood. The school is an active member of the National Consortium for Specialized Secondary Schools of Mathematics, Science and Technology and part of Harford County Public Schools.[4]

School information

"The program provides students with opportunities to experience coursework in science, mathematics, and technology while emphasizing research applications. Regular communication with practicing scientists and mathematicians is a cornerstone of the program and seniors complete capstone projects. Throughout these projects they perform research under mentors who are professionals in their fields."

Classes and programs

Within the SMA schedule, many honors classes are integrated. AP classes are also strongly encouraged. Electives in the SMA add to the program's uniqueness. Electives are based on interest and may not be available every year.

The SMA has a unique class called Science Research and Technology (SRT) that SMA students are required to take each of four years at the SMA. The first three years of the SRT curriculum teach students about various academic fields and prepare them for their fourth and final year of SRT, in which they complete capstone projects.[5] Students are paired with professionals in their fields of choice to mentor them for their projects.[5] Seniors have two one-and-a-half-hour-long periods every other school day to complete their projects, which they present at the end of the year. They make posters to present their projects to the students, teachers, family, and professionals that come to the gallery walk that is held near the end of the school year.[5] Throughout the process they have to perform research, write papers, and present their projects multiple times. All qualified Aberdeen High students can take part in the SMA Electives listed in the previous paragraph, but only SMA students can take SRT.

Clubs and organizations

Notable alumni

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Aberdeen High. National Center for Education Statistics. January 6, 2020.
  2. Web site: Test Performance.
  3. Web site: SMA – Admissions Criteria . September 4, 2009 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20081016092604/http://www.scienceandmathacademy.com/admissions/criteria.html . October 16, 2008 .
  4. Web site: SMA – About SMA . September 4, 2009 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20081016083433/http://www.scienceandmathacademy.com/about_sma.html . October 16, 2008 .
  5. Web site: SMA Brochure . February 4, 2012.
  6. Web site: FIRST Robotics Team 1980 . September 4, 2009 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20090528205135/http://team1980.org/ . May 28, 2009 .
  7. News: CRASH AT THE WHITE HOUSE: THE PILOT; Friends Depict Loner With Unraveling Life . . Robert . Pear . 1994-09-13 . 2021-07-04.
  8. News: J. Wilmer Cronin Dies at 86 . 1982-04-30 . . C12 . . 2022-12-01.
  9. News: Kivinski. Steven. Gilliam carries load as Aberdeen back. November 9, 2014. The Baltimore Sun. October 1, 1995.
  10. Web site: David Grace Biography - UCLA Bruins Official Athletic Site | UCLABruins.com . 16 April 2016 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20160602085913/http://www.uclabruins.com/ViewArticle.dbml?ATCLID=207913802 . June 2, 2016 .
  11. News: Former NASA Administrator Michael Griffin National Space Trophy Winner. November 9, 2014. Bloomberg L.P.. January 27, 2009.
  12. News: E.J. And Erin Henderson Football Donation To Aberdeen, Maryland School Denied. November 9, 2014. HuffPost. November 18, 2011.
  13. News: Gallo. Marrisa. Aberdeen community upset, confused after school board's rejection of Henderson donation. November 9, 2014. The Baltimore Sun. November 17, 2011.
  14. Web site: Brionna Jones. January 29, 2018 .
  15. Web site: Maryland Manual, 1983-84 . 1984 . Maryland State Archives . 2021-05-05.
  16. News: Branch. John. George Mason's Jai Lewis Signs With Giants. November 9, 2014. The New York Times. May 2, 2006.
  17. News: Pasquarelli. Len. Former George Mason hoops star ends NFL dream. November 9, 2014. ESPN. July 15, 2006.
  18. News: Miss Huebler to wed Mr. Furst . . E14 . 2023-01-11.
  19. News: Fox. Dewey. Former Aberdeen hoops star Gary Neal stuns in NBA finals. November 9, 2014. The Baltimore Sun. June 14, 2013.
  20. News: Left off one best-of list, these Harford athletes haven't been forgotten. November 9, 2014. The Baltimore Sun. May 24, 2012.
  21. News: Bowers. Carol L.. 1st 'Playboy' Playmate admitted to Mensa is proud of her brains and beauty. November 9, 2014. The Baltimore Sun. February 7, 1993.
  22. News: Hoppes. Lynn. Cal Ripken talks bullying growing up, latest book. November 9, 2014. ESPN. March 5, 2012.
  23. News: Weiss. Michael J.. The World Series Is Strictly Family Entertainment for the Orioles' Cal Ripken Sr. and Jr.. November 9, 2014. People. October 31, 1983.
  24. News: Hare. Mary Gail. Aberdeen High School honors famous son. November 9, 2014. The Baltimore Sun. January 14, 2007.
  25. News: Devon Saddler - University of Delaware Athletics . bluehens.com . 2021-07-04.

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