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Williamsburg Jr./Sr. High School has a rich history of fostering growth of the
“whole student” through its solid academic, co-curricular, and extracurricular
programs. Our mission statement is that “All students will be given the opportu-
nity to succeed in a changing world and become positive contributors to soci-
ety.” We believe that our small school setting provides students with individual-
ized learning experiences that best prepares students to be college and career
ready. Please review the information in this document to learn about the many
opportunities that WHS offers its students and the community of Williamsburg.
Academic Programming at WHS
FAST FACTS
Description: Six-year comprehensive junior/senior high school Grades 7—12 Student Population: Approximately 200 Programs:
College Preparatory
Vocational Agriculture
Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center (GACTC)
Graduation Credit Requirements:
W I L L I A M S B U R G C O M M U N I T Y S C H O O L D I S T R I C T
Extracurricular and Athletic Opportunities
Aevidum
Blue Pirate Network
Buccaneer-School Newspaper
Careers in Health Club
Concert Band and Marching
Band
Drama Club
FFA
Library Club
Majorettes and Silks
National Honor Society
PJAS
Scholastic Quiz Bowl
Speech Team
Ski Club
Sustainability Club
Student Council
Yearbook
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Football
Softball
Track and Field
Volleyball
Williamsburg Jr./Sr. High School
English 4
Mathematics 4
Science 4
Social Studies 4
Health/PE 2.6
Arts and Humanities 2
Electives 5.4
Total 26
MCL Consortium
During the 2014-15 school year, WHS joined the Pennsylvania Mass Custom-
ized Learning (MCL) consortium, in partnership with Intermediate Unit 8. The
school district is committed to enhancing and individualizing learning experiences
for students, and participating in the MCL partnership gives WHS the ability to
continue to tailor educational pursuits for students. Be sure to inquire about the
progress in implementing MCL for students at WHS! For additional information
about MCL, check out Inevitable: Mass Customized Learning—Learning for the
Age of Empowerment by Charles Schwahn and Beatrice McGarvey.
Average SAT
Scores are in
the 1450
range for
Reading, Math,
and Writing
Classes of 2014 and 2015
Post-Graduation Plans
Colleges and Technical Schools
Attended by Recent Graduates
Bloomsburg University
Blue Ridge Technical School
Clarion University
DeVry University
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Juniata College
Lee University
Lock Haven University
Messiah College
Mount Aloysius College
Pennsylvania Highlands Community College
Penn State University-University Park
Penn State University-Altoona
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Pittsburgh Technical Institute
Shippensburg University
South Hills School of Business and Technology
St. Francis University
Triangle Tech
University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown
Wyotech
YTI
WHS Graduates Have Promising Futures!
WHS strives to prepare students to be college and career-ready. Students
work closely with the school counselor throughout their time at WHS to deter-
mine which post-secondary path best suits their needs. The school emphasizes
and strongly encourages participation in job-shadowing experiences, post-
secondary presentations, school and campus visits, and career assessments and
writing in order to help students gain a better understanding of the world of
work and the training necessary to reach individualized goals. In addition, the
school promotes career and technical education through a partnership with the
Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center (GACTC). Approximately 40% of
senior high students attend a GACTC program. These students are often able to
directly enter the workforce using their specialized certification area. In addi-
tion, many of these students complete internships which lead to future employ-
ment.
As evidenced by the large percentage of WHS students attending post-
secondary education, and by anecdotal testimonies by former students, it is
obvious that WHS prepares students for life!
Dual Enrollment Opportunities
Four-year Degree 39%
Two-year Degree or
Certification
24%
Military 7%
Workforce 19%
Many students at WHS earn college credits as part of their regular education!
Through the College Academy Program (CAP), students can take courses taught
by WHS staff, can enroll in courses at a local college or university, can utilize
online learning opportunities, or may work toward agricultural credits through
an articulation agreement. Listed below are our college partners.
32% of Seniors and
39% of Juniors
earned College Credit
last year, for a
combined total of 249
credits earned!
The School Performance Profile is a state-created measure that provides demo-
graphic data, academic data, and an academic performance score for public schools
in the state. While Pennsylvania schools have previously received designations
under No Child Left Behind (e.g., Made Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP), Making
Progress, Warning, School Improvement, Corrective Action), schools now receive
an academic performance score based upon test scores, progress in closing
achievement gaps, and degree of student growth over time. Also factored into the
score are graduation, promotion, and attendance rates along with evidence of rig-
orous course offerings.
When comparing schools using SPP scores, it is best to look at schools with simi-
lar demographics, SES status, and grade-level compositions (7-12 HS, 9-12 HS, MS,
etc.). The SPP score does not encompass all that goes into educating students, and
therefore, should be further scrutinized to assess a school’s performance. WHS is
proud of its student performance, though always strives for improvement. This
documents shows many of the positive programs and offerings that truly reflects
the success at WHS.
School Performance Profile (SPP)
13-14 SPP Information
SPP Score: 68.9 Proficient and Advanced Students Advanced Students Other Academic Indicators
14-15 SPP Information available
in the Fall of 2015
School Goals
Mathematics/Algebra I 77%
Reading/Literature 80%
Mathematics/Algebra I 48%
Reading/Literature 21%
WHS routinely sets student and performance goals and relies on the compre-
hensive planning process to make long-term educational decisions. The school is
currently working to enhance student writing by implementing the Collins Writing
Program across all content areas in Grades K-12. In addition, the school has im-
plemented the PA Core standards and aims to enhance these performance stan-
dards by focusing professional development around increasing the level of rigor
through concentrating on student depth of knowledge and understanding. These
skills are needed to fully implement PA Core English Language Arts (ELA) and
Mathematics standards, and our new math and ELA curricula reflect these expec-
tations.
Cohort Graduation Rate 94%
Attendance Rate 95%
AP/IB/College Credit 100
PSAT Participation 100
Technology Student Services
Student and guidance services are an integral part of the
program at WHS. The guidance department not only orches-
trates guidance around career opportunities and preparation,
but also provides programming to meet student social and
emotional needs. The Student Assistance Program (SAP) is one
service that is provided to help students overcome obstacles
that may be getting in the way of learning. In addition, the
guidance department works closely with academic advisors and
students on the student Graduation Portfolio. The portfolio
consists of a career paper, resume, cover letter, community
service hours, and student interview. In addition, students are
encouraged to participate in job-shadowing and to visit per-
spective post-secondary schools.
The guidance department also helps students register for the
SATs, provides FAFSA and PHEAA financial aid and financial
planning workshops, and helps to coordinate “Decision Day”
activities as they transition to life after school.
The high school has recently upgraded wiring throughout the
building and increased the wireless coverage. With many addi-
tional uses for technology, keeping the infrastructure up to
date is important, and is an area of concentration for the dis-
trict.
There are two dedicated areas for computer labs. The dis-
tance learning lab provides students with the opportunity to
participate in virtual field trips and, when applicable, corre-
spond with others for courses and meetings. This lab provides
PCs for a full classroom. The second dedicated lab is in the li-
brary. There is a full classroom set of laptop PCs available for
student use.
The school is also utilizing Chromebooks for educational pur-
poses. All students in Grades 9, 10, and 12 gain experience in a
blended learning environment but utilizing Chromebooks and
Blended Schools. The availability to use this technology pre-
pares students for future technology use expectations.
SCHOOL BOARD
Dr. Barry M. England, President
Janet S. Lee, Vice President
Patricia A. Kensinger, Treasurer
Kristina S. Bratton
Amy E. Hileman
Marion H. Pheasant
Benjamin C. Postles
Karyn S. Shaw
Julie R. Woodling
Brendan Moran, Solicitor
Kalie R. Zabrosky, Business Mgr.
ADMINISTRATION/
PERSONNEL
Acting Superintendent
Lisa M. Murgas
Secondary Principal
Travis R. Lee
Elementary Head Teacher
Jennifer Metzler
School Counselor
Carrie Loose
Athletic Director
Robert Hearn
The Building History of WHS
Williamsburg Community High School was founded in 1897. The current high
school building was built in 1918, with four original classrooms. The first addition to
the building was made in 1938, adding the auditorium/gymnasium, boiler room,
industrial arts shop, and five additional classrooms. The next addition took place in
1942, adding seven more classrooms. The third addition came in 1964, which
added the science rooms, guidance office, nurse’s suite, and the current distance
learning classroom and technology office. The final additions came in 1979, and
included the gymnasium, library, district office, and elevator. In 1999, major build-
ing renovations took place, mostly affecting building systems such as plumbing, elec-
trical, heating, windows, and the roof. As part of this renovation, several classrooms
were completely remodeled. The most recent building renovations, on a small-scale
effort, began in 2012. Since 2012, the district has refinished the hardwood floors in
the hallways, has made significant improvements to the gymnasium and auditorium,
has painted the hallways and has been committed to on-going technology infrastruc-
ture improvements.
Community and School Demographics
Williamsburg is a small community that is surrounded by picturesque dairy farms
in an area rich with historical heritage. Williamsburg Borough is located in northeast
Blair County along the Frankstown Brach of the Juniata River. Originally settled in
1790 by Jacob Ake, Williamsburg was the first borough incorporated in Blair County.
The town has a population of 1,345 (2000 census) while the school district popula-
tion is 3,740. Historically, the Williamsburg area has been famous for its iron fur-
naces, quarries, and canal. Today, Cenveo, Cove Forge Behavioral Healthy Systems,
and various farm services provide employment to area residents. The Lower Trail
and Riverside Park, along with youth sporting complexes, regularly bring visitors to
the area.
The Williamsburg Community School District encompasses all the area of Wil-
liamsburg Borough, Catherine Township, and Woodbury Township (64 sq. miles).
The district is bounded by six (6) neighboring school districts: Altoona, Hollidays-
burg, Spring Cove, and Tyrone in Blair County and Juniata Valley and Huntingdon
School Districts in Huntingdon County. Approximately 97% of students are White
(non-Hispanic) and approximately 48% of students that attend WCSD qualify for a
free or reduced-price lunch.
The administrative staff of WCSD includes the Acting Superintendent, Lisa M.
Murgas; High School Principal, Travis R. Lee; Elementary Head Teacher, Jennifer A.
Metzler; Business Manager, Kalie Zabrosky; Assistant Business Manager Shawna R.
Lynn; Administrative Secretary, Tina L. Bowmaster; Systems Administrator, Arianne
V. Waddington; Maintenance Supervisor, Glenn F. Kagarise; and Custodial Supervi-
sor, Michael Mingle. The district employs 36 professional teaching staff, all of whom
are highly qualified and have13 years of average teaching experience, and 18 sup-
port staff.
WILLIAMSBURG COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT MISSION STATEMENT
“All students will be given the opportunity to succeed in a
changing world and become positive contributors to society.”
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