State of the District

With the 2012 year here, I would like to provide my State of the District report. We received test data that our December test scores were exceptional. ECHS preliminary reports indicate 90% proficiency rates for math. What a way to end the semester for this school. CS Brown preliminary scores were 100%.

The January tests at HCHS will complete testing for first semester at all secondary schools. Our students return from the holiday on January 3, and they will complete the first semester as they prepare for state tests. Good luck to all in this process. This certainly indicates that the year is at the halfway mark. We have much to accomplish to complete the academic year.

All other county schools are doing well working to master skills and knowledge that will be measured at the end of the year. Thanks to all of the staff and students for their efforts.

Our website is moving toward some changes that will highlight new personnel in Academic Services as well as new resources for parents, students and teachers. Be on the lookout for these improvements.

As your superintendent, it has been an honor and privilege to serve the students, parents and staff of Hertford County. We have much to be proud of in our district so always wear that Bear Pride. This is my final blog and I thank you for your support.

John A. Fahey, Ed.D.

End 2011 with a Positive

As our schools prepare for the Winter Holidays, we need to finish a few more assignments for 2011. Finishing strong is part of a strong performance and a strong team. Preliminary test scores at our two early starting high schools have proficiency rates of 100% and 83% on the first state EOC tests. They are finishing strongly.

We need to focus on growth while we learn about the Common Core changes. We know that our grade 11 students will take the ACT tests on March 6, 2012. We know that there will be no grade 10 writing test. We know that there will be changes in teacher evaluation, school performance designation and many other state-wide modifications to the way we do our business. Please bear with us as we change with the times.

We hope you and your family have a safe and restful holiday season. Our last school day is December 21 (an early release). Encourage your children to finish strongly by putting forth their best efforts. Read a good book during the holidays and return in January 2012 with renewed enthusiasm for learning.