Hartford Public High School
Encyclopedia
Hartford Public High School was founded in 1638. It is the second-oldest public secondary school in the United States (third overall), second to the Boston Latin School
. It is a part of the Hartford Public Schools
district.
.
Hartford Public is located in the southwest corner of the Asylum Hill neighborhood in the capital city of Hartford, Connecticut
. The school abuts the Harriet Beecher Stowe House
and the Mark Twain House
. The school population comprises about 1500 students. It has been nicknamed "HPHS," "Hartford High," "Hartford Public." The official mascot is an owl. Hartford Public is known for numerous state championships in swimming, football, basketball, and wrestling, dating from the early 20th century through to the present day. The school has been relocated and remodeled several times during its 350-year existence. It is currently experiencing the largest remodeling project in decades, which includes a new field house, new classrooms, and a complete change in its exterior design.
Smaller Learning Communities/Academies
The academies at HPHS are "smaller learning communities" designed to provide a nurturing atmosphere to assist each student.
Academy of Engineering and Green Technology:
The Technology Academy is a smaller learning community for students in grades 10 through 12. The academy provides an exemplary high school education that prepares students for post-secondary education and employment. Students explore many areas of technology, which include desktop publishing, digital photography, computer refurbishing, networking, design engineering, manufacturing and robotics.
Law and Government Academy:
The Law and Government Academy serves students in grades 10 through 12. The academy provides students with a small learning environment focused on guiding high school graduates to police and fire academies, community service careers, and legal careers, as well as two- and four- year colleges and universities. The academy is focused on developing strong and capable citizens who can take on leadership roles throughout their community. One of its highlighted attributes is an available internship with the city of Hartford for its students.
Nursing Academy:
The Nursing Academy is a smaller learning community for students in grades 10 through 12. The academy provides students with a small learning environment which will focus on health care careers . Each of the strands of technology that are concentrated in this academy focus on career opportunities with job shadowing, mentorships, and internships.
Freshmen Academy:
This academy provides students with a small learning environment which will focus on the easing transition from middle school to high school.
Construction and Renovation
Hartford Public High School is currently undergoing an extensive renovation project. The project includes demolishing the existing building to the structural skeleton. New construction will restore the school’s historic character and include new landscaping, architecture, engineering and telecommunications.
Boston Latin School
The Boston Latin School is a public exam school founded on April 23, 1635, in Boston, Massachusetts. It is both the first public school and oldest existing school in the United States....
. It is a part of the Hartford Public Schools
Hartford Public Schools
Hartford Public Schools is the school district of Hartford, Connecticut.-Schools:* Arts & Sciences High School * Bulkeley High School* Culinary Arts Academy...
district.
History
The school was founded as Thomas Hooker's Latin school in 1638. By the 18th century it was known as the Hartford Grammar School and taught Greek and Latin; subjects necessary to young men planning to enter college and prepare for the ministry. English subjects were added in 1847 and the name was changed to Hartford Public High School.Modern School
The school, which serves grades 9 through 12, is a part of the Hartford Public SchoolsHartford Public Schools
Hartford Public Schools is the school district of Hartford, Connecticut.-Schools:* Arts & Sciences High School * Bulkeley High School* Culinary Arts Academy...
.
Hartford Public is located in the southwest corner of the Asylum Hill neighborhood in the capital city of Hartford, Connecticut
Hartford, Connecticut
Hartford is the capital of the U.S. state of Connecticut. The seat of Hartford County until Connecticut disbanded county government in 1960, it is the second most populous city on New England's largest river, the Connecticut River. As of the 2010 Census, Hartford's population was 124,775, making...
. The school abuts the Harriet Beecher Stowe House
Harriet Beecher Stowe House (Hartford, Connecticut)
The Harriet Beecher Stowe House is a historic house in Hartford, Connecticut that was once the home of Harriet Beecher Stowe, author of Uncle Tom's Cabin. Stowe lived in this house for the last 23 years of her life...
and the Mark Twain House
Mark Twain House
The Mark Twain House and Museum was the home of Mark Twain from 1874 to 1891 in Hartford, Connecticut, USA. Before 1874, Twain had lived in Hannibal, Missouri. The architectural style of the 19-room house is Victorian Gothic...
. The school population comprises about 1500 students. It has been nicknamed "HPHS," "Hartford High," "Hartford Public." The official mascot is an owl. Hartford Public is known for numerous state championships in swimming, football, basketball, and wrestling, dating from the early 20th century through to the present day. The school has been relocated and remodeled several times during its 350-year existence. It is currently experiencing the largest remodeling project in decades, which includes a new field house, new classrooms, and a complete change in its exterior design.
Smaller Learning Communities/Academies
The academies at HPHS are "smaller learning communities" designed to provide a nurturing atmosphere to assist each student.
Academy of Engineering and Green Technology:
The Technology Academy is a smaller learning community for students in grades 10 through 12. The academy provides an exemplary high school education that prepares students for post-secondary education and employment. Students explore many areas of technology, which include desktop publishing, digital photography, computer refurbishing, networking, design engineering, manufacturing and robotics.
Law and Government Academy:
The Law and Government Academy serves students in grades 10 through 12. The academy provides students with a small learning environment focused on guiding high school graduates to police and fire academies, community service careers, and legal careers, as well as two- and four- year colleges and universities. The academy is focused on developing strong and capable citizens who can take on leadership roles throughout their community. One of its highlighted attributes is an available internship with the city of Hartford for its students.
Nursing Academy:
The Nursing Academy is a smaller learning community for students in grades 10 through 12. The academy provides students with a small learning environment which will focus on health care careers . Each of the strands of technology that are concentrated in this academy focus on career opportunities with job shadowing, mentorships, and internships.
Freshmen Academy:
This academy provides students with a small learning environment which will focus on the easing transition from middle school to high school.
Construction and Renovation
Hartford Public High School is currently undergoing an extensive renovation project. The project includes demolishing the existing building to the structural skeleton. New construction will restore the school’s historic character and include new landscaping, architecture, engineering and telecommunications.
Notable alumni
- George Athanson class of 1946, Mayor of Hartford 1971-1981
- Lindy RemiginoLindy RemiginoLindy John Remigino is an American track and field athlete, the 1952 Olympic 100 m champion.-Biography:Remigino was born in Elmhurst, Queens, New York in 1931...
class of 1949, two time olympic gold medalist in track 1952 Olympics - Michael AdamsMichael Adams (basketball)Michael Adams is a former NBA player and basketball coach.After starring at Boston College, the 5'10" point guard was selected by the Sacramento Kings in the 3rd round with the 66th pick of the 1985 NBA Draft...
class of 1981, NBA All Star and NBA Coach - Marlon StarlingMarlon StarlingMarlon "Magic Man" Starling was a two-time US world champion boxer.Starling was born in Hartford, CT in 1959. He turned professional in 1979. After 25 straight wins, he lost his first fight. He lost a 12 round decision to Donald Curry in 1982. Starling had a rematch with Curry in 1984, challenging...
class of 1976, WBC & WBA Welterweight World Champion - Eddie A. Perez class of 1976, Mayor of Hartford, 2001–2010
- Marcus CambyMarcus CambyMarcus D. Camby is an American professional basketball player, who currently plays for the Portland Trail Blazers of the NBA. He is a former Defensive Player of the Year during the 2006–07 NBA season, leading the league in blocked shots per game...
class of 1993, NBA star 1996- - Bob Nash Class of 1968, Former Head Basketball Coach University Of Hawaii, 2007–2010
External links
- http://www.hartfordpublic.com/documents/NotableAlumni.doc
- Hartford Public's homepage
- http://www.csde.state.ct.us/public/der/ssp/SCH0506/sr048.pdf Hartford Public High School "Strategic School Profile 2005-2006", Connecticut Department of Education
- http://www.greatschools.net/modperl/browse_school/ct/406 Hartford Public High School Web page at Great Schools Web site