Hartford High School
White River Junction, VT 05001
Phone: 802.295.8620 Fax: 802-295-8611
Grade levels: Grades 9-12
Student population: 710
Average class size: Varies, depending on subject and level (the vast majority of classes range from 15 to 25 students per class)
Students at Hartford High School can expect a course of study that is full of opportunity and flexibility to accommodate personal goals and interests. They can also expect competent, caring and accessible staff dedicated to the formal and informal education of Hartford’s diverse student body. The personal insight and direction which these dedicated individuals provide for their students serves to both complement and enhance the textbook knowledge that is but a starting point in a well-rounded education.
The school utilizes a block schedule, wherein most courses meet 90 minutes each day for a full semester (half year). As freshmen and sophomores, students take four courses each semester; in the junior and senior years, students have the option of taking a combination of courses from both the high school and the Hartford Area Career and Technology Center. Students must successfully complete 26 credits in order to graduate; of the credits required for graduation, 15.5 credits are for required coursework in English, mathematics, science, social studies, fine arts and physical education.
In addition to the core curriculum, Hartford High School offers many opportunities for students to design a unique high school experience. These include:
- The Honors Program
- Dartmouth College courses
- The Regional Resource Center
- A wide variety of electives
- A full array of extracurricular activities
The dedication of the staff and the full array of offerings allow students to design a program and access the support they need to be successful.
Joe Collea
Principal