November 3, 2010
Throughout the year, we receive data regarding our students' achievement on national and state tests. These give us an idea of how we compare to other schools in the district, county, state and nation. I am proud to say that Milford High School fares very well.
The Michigan Merit Exam is given to juniors each March. The results, which we received in the summer, reflect the achievements of the Class of 2011 - this year's seniors. The exam includes the ACT and state-designed tests in the core academic areas. Our seniors were #1 in the district in all subject areas. They also were above the Oakland County average, the state average, and the national average. I congratulate them in maintaining these rankings, which MHS has held for years.
The College Board, which administers the Advanced Placement program in the United States and internationally, recently sent us our final results for the 2010 testing period. These results include the 2010 graduates and underclassmen who took Advanced Placement courses (well over 500 students).
Two graduates achieved National A.P. Scholar status. This means they took eight A.P. classes and excelled on the exams. They have entered universities as sophomores.
Twenty-two students are A.P. Scholars With Distinction. They received credit for five or more courses. Some of these are juniors who will raise their status this year.
Thirteen students are A.P. Scholars With Honor who have earned credit for four or more courses. This category is comprised mainly of underclassmen.
Thirty-six students have achieved A.P. Scholar status, having earned credit for three or more courses.
Overall, seventy-one students are recognized for earning college credit in three or more courses. Many of these students are earning more credit now, as they are enrolled in additional Advanced Placement courses.
It is remarkable that these young men and women are able to achieve all of this. Most of them are also our athletes, musicians, singers, actors and actresses, and student leaders. They are taking advantage of the wide range of experiences that Milford High School offers. They and their families are reaping the rewards.
Many of these students act as mentors and tutors for younger students who need some assistance. Along with faculty, they offer their time during lunch, seminar, and after school to help students master the material and raise their grades. Our goal is to help every student perform to their best ability, eventually graduating and going on to post-secondary education.
Principal, Milford High School