Welcome
to
Torrington High School
Major Besse Drive, Torrington, CT 06790
Phone: (860) 489-2294 Fax: (860) 489-2853
Guidance: (860) 489-2291 Fax: (860) 489-4085
"Rachel's Challenge" a life-changing presentation was developed after the death of Rachel Scott, the first student killed on April 20, 1999 at Columbine High School, will be presented to parents, family members, and community members on Tuesday, February 23rd at 7:00 pm. Complete details on our Upcoming Events - Rachel's Challenge.
All parents are welcome to come to the Parent Advisory Council to share thoughts and perspectives regarding the Torrington High School academic community. Please contact ths-pto@hotmail.com or call 482-6636 if you are interested.
MISSION STATEMENT
As members of the Torrington High School community, we provide all learners with equal opportunities to acquire the necessary academic and life skills to become productive members of a global society and to demonstrate the civic and social behaviors of responsible citizens.
Academic Expectations
Students will demonstrate: Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Effective communication skills for a variety of purposes and audiences
Quantitative reasoning and mathematical skills
Effective use of information and technology skills
Reading and comprehension skills
Global awareness and historical perspective
Civic and Social Expectations
Students will:
- Demonstrate responsibility and accountability
- Demonstrate respect and tolerance for all individuals
- Make responsible choices relating to physical fitness and good healt
THS POLICY ON TARDINESS All students are expected to be in first period class no later than 7:25 a.m. Students arriving at school after 7:25 a.m. without an acceptable excuse (personl illness*, funeral, doctor appointment, etc.) will be processed as outlined below:
1. First tardy: Warning/Parent contact
2. Second tardy: Parent/guardian contact, meeting with counselor
3. Third tardy: Parent contact/ISS/Counseling/Loss of Parking Privileges 1 week
* When warranted, the school may request a physician's statement of illness.
ABSENTEEISM OR DISMISSAL If your child will not be attending school or will be arriving late (due to circumstances above), please notify the school by calling 489-2353. This will ensure accurate attendance. If you would like your child dismissed for a medical appointment, please send in a signed note with your child to give to the front door monitor before 7:20 AM. Prior to your child leaving the building, he/she must sign out at the front desk. Upon returning to school, your child must bring in a note from the doctor verifying his/her appointment.
If an appointment is unscheduled, please call 489-2353 as soon as possible to dismiss your child in a timely manner.
