Bartlett High School serves the city of Bartlett.
The History of Bartlett High School
Nicholas Blackwell High School
Bartlett High School has a rich heritage of positive relationships with the City of Bartlett that has been enriched because of its location within the historic Bartlett Station area.
Alumni of Bartlett High School return as teachers at Bartlett High School, carrying on the unique traditions and giving back to the school and community which enriched their lives.
Alumni of Bartlett High School have served Shelby County Schools in various capacities including Director of Secondary Education, Board Members, and Curriculum Supervisors.
Bartlett High School is actively involved with Leadership Bartlett, the Bartlett Chamber of Commerce, Bartlett Education Foundation, the Mayor’s office, and the Board of Aldermen.
Bartlett High School is a high school (grades 9-12) located in Bartlett, Tennessee and is a part of the Shelby County Schools.
Formerly known as Nicholas Blackwell High School, BHS is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and is a member of the NASSP, TSSAA, SACAC, and NACAC. The school was built in 1917.
In fall 2007, some areas in unincorporated Shelby County formerly zoned to Cordova High School were rezoned to Bartlett for grade 9; 10-12 will be phased in.
Bartlett's mascot is the panther, and their long-time rival is Bolton High School, the wildcats
Curriculum
A full range of college preparatory courses and technical/career courses, advanced placement, and special education courses are offered. Included are four levels of English, four years of foreign language, extensive offerings in math and science, a television and video production department, full social studies electives, computer laboratory experiences, and fine arts (art, drama, and music). Additionally, production classes for student publications and a student-produced news television program are offered for credit.
Advanced Placement courses are offered in English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, United States History, European History, Calculus (AB), Physics B, United States Government, Economics, Chemistry, and Biology.
Honors classes include English, Biology, Chemistry, World Geography, Foreign Languages, Physics, Pre-Calculus, Geometry, and Algebra 2.
Technical/Vocational courses offered are Automotive Technology, Early Childhood Education, Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Computer Repair Technology, Family & Consumer Science, Graphic Communications Technology, Marketing, Manufacturing Technology, Office Technology, and Construction Technology.
Our Mission:
Bartlett High School exists as a total school community with a highly qualified staff who are competent and committed to providing a supportive and challenging learning environment to enhance student achievement.
Our Beliefs:
The goal of Bartlett High School is student learning.
All students who have a desire for learning can achieve academically.
Students learn best when they have a variety of opportunities for achievement and success.
Instructional practices and assessment strategies should include activities that adjust for differences in learning style as well as incorporate cross-curricular learning whenever possible.
Students learn best when they are fully engaged in the whole process of learning: this includes not only active reading, writing, speaking, and listening, but also hand-on learning activities.
Each student is a valued individual with unique physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs and contributions.
A variety of extracurricular and academic pursuits combine to encourage and nurture the diversified needs of our ever-changing student population.
A safe and orderly environment promotes student learning.
Students, teachers, administrators, parents, and the community share the responsibility for advancing the school’s mission and beliefs.
Bartlett High School is fully accredited by AdvancEd/SACS/CASI.
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