Robert A. Millikan High School

2800 Snowden Avenue Long Beach, CA 90815

Phone: (562) 425-7441 ¥ Fax: (562) 425-1151

http://www.lbusd.k12.ca.us/millikan

 

Millikan High School (located near El Dorado Park) is, in the words of the school motto, the "Pathway to Excellence and Integrity." Well-known throughout the community for high standards and achievement in academics, Millikan is equally proud of its extra-curricular activities program. The athletic, visual and performing arts programs, as well as school interest clubs, provide opportunities for our students to have a well-rounded educational experience. All incoming students select smaller learning communities (academies) to belong to based on their educational interests and choose to wear a uniform. In addition, Millikan recently received a $500,000 grant to help smaller learning communities' boost student achievement. Millikan is very proud to report a 50-point gain in the API Growth Report of 2003. Students and parents feel a sense of academic challenge, confidence, and security at Millikan.

 

Brief Descriptions

 

QUEST (Questioning, Understanding, Engaging, and Success through Technology) is a rigorous GATE magnet for highly motivated, high achieving students. The curriculum includes accelerated and honors level classes, as well as a requirement to complete a minimum of three Advanced Placement (AP) classes and exams. Unique to QUEST, a Senior Project is also required of all students in the program. QUEST prepares students for entrance into major universities. In addition to their academic studies, QUEST students are also very active participants in extra and co-curricular activities throughout the campus. Entrance requirements include an Academic GPA of 3.0 or higher, high standardized test scores, and a good record of citizenship and attendance. (Magnet) Contact: Debbie Mrazik, 425-7441 ext. 4126

 

 

The KIUP (Key Interactive University Preparation) academy is designed to help students become eligible for a four-year college by requiring four years of math and science, and providing the enrichment, support, and encouragement to succeed in these and all classes required for college admission (CSU/UC A-G admission requirements). The academy is geared toward the motivated average and above average student who is looking for supportive teachers, available tutors, and access to accelerated and honors programs in all subjects. Each student will also develop a four-year personal career exploration portfolio. If you appreciate and seek excellence, join KIUP! (Special Program - No GPA required)

Contact: Fiona Lewis-Mackert, 425-7441 ext. 4426

 

 

The Global Technology Academy is the program for you if you are interested in working with computers and learning more about the many uses of technology. By being part of Global Tech, you will be part of a family within Millikan where teachers work together to help you succeed in all of your classes. You will also have the chance to form a close bond with the other students in the program. If you want to be ready for college and/or the world of work right after high school, this is the program for you! (Special Program - No GPA required) Contact: Tiffany Alexander 425-7441 ext. 4224

 

 

STELLAR (Scholastic Teams of English-Language Learners for Academic Rigor) is a small learning community for students whose native language is other than English. The focus is on developing English language skills in the areas of listening, speaking, reading, and writing for English Learners at EL Levels 1,2,3 and 4. Teams of dedicated teachers work together to provide the personal and academic support to help you succeed. After acquiring English proficiency, students transition to other Millikan academies. (Special Program - GPA not required) Contact: Tylene Quizon 425-7441 ext. 4278

 

 

IACCELL (International Accelerated Core Curricula and Enhanced Language-Learning) is a "solar flare" of STELLAR and is an accelerated academy for 9^th grade English Learners at EL Levels 4 and 7. You will continue to receive intensive instruction in English as a second language as you build your academic and language skills (speaking, reading, and writing). The academy serves as a transition from 8^th to 9^th grade and explores post-high school education and careers. After acquiring English proficiency, students transition into other Millikan Smaller Learning Communities. (Special Program - GPA not required) Contact: Mariano Aranda 425-7441 ext. 4441

 

 

The PEACE (Personal success through Empowerment, Academic achievement, Conflict resolution, and Ethics in action) Academy engages students to learn through: simulations and games (Contemporary World Project through Stanford University and International Negotiations through Whittier College), community service, field trips, student government, mentoring, and debates. PEACE students learn about the world through hands-on learning and real world experiences. The role of the PEACE Academy is to prepare you for life after high school, to create an environment that allows you to grow as a person, and an opportunity to give to your community in significant ways. If you want to make a real contribution to the world and be surrounded by people just as enthusiastic and committed as you are, the PEACE Academy is the place you want to be. (Special Program - GPA not required) Contact: Steve Dublin 425-7441 ext. 4281

 

 

 

COMPASS (Community of Musicians, Performers, Artists, and Social Scientists) is a small learning community designed to prepare students for college by engaging them in a program that integrates core curriculum with the social sciences and the Arts. The program places great emphasis on standards based instruction while helping students to connect learning with real world situations. (Special Program - GPA not required) Contact: Mary Massich 425-7441 ext. 4548

 

 

AVID Are you a self-motivated student? Is college in your future? You might consider Millikan's AVID program. AVID is a four-year elective class that focuses on many activities, such as college and cultural field trips, team building, group discussions and debates, and SAT preparation projects. Students participate in twice weekly in-class study groups led by trained college tutors. You will be in the AVID program and another academy at Millikan. Students who complete the four-year program will have the academic tools necessary to succeed in college. Do you want to be part of a supportive college-bound group? Then AVID is for you! (2.0-3.5 GPA required) Contact: Liz Turner 425-7441 ext. 4427

 

 

MILLIKAN PARENT INFORMATION NIGHT

 

Thursday, January 15, 2004

6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

 

Millikan High School Auditorium - 2800 Snowden Ave