ATTENTION STUDENTS & PARENTS:

• Graduation Pictures - Click here for ordering information.
• Juniors and Seniors!
  
  • Check out these updates: Local College Nights, College Open Houses: #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, or #6 & Scholarship Bulletin: #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, or #6
  • Seniors! Extended deadline for the Dr.Hecht and Dr. Kaswiner scholarships! If you are interested in a medical career, please submit your applications to Guidance by Thurs. May 3.
  • Have you been accepted to a college? If so, please log onto Naviance. In your list of colleges click on the pencil under the “Results” column. In the next screen click on the college to which you were accepted. On the “Results” line you can change the “Unknown” to “Accepted” (or whatever applies to you). If you have a problem, please see your school counselor.
• Order your yearbook online! Click here to go to the ordering page.

A Message from the Principal

Welcome to Jonathan Dayton High School and our school website. We are very excited about presenting our school on the web and sharing with you news and information about our school, students, faculty, and staff. Throughout the year we will be updating information on school programs, activities, and athletic events. We will also be providing a link to our new weather station that will be available to our website viewers and will be seen later in the school year on NBC weather reports. Enjoy your visit.

Elizabeth Cresci, Principal

Mission Statement

We, the members of Jonathan Dayton High School’s educational community, are dedicated to developing a body of knowledge and high ethical standards that will enable our students to thrive in a rapidly changing and increasingly diverse society. We will achieve our mission by offering a comprehensive, rigorous set of courses and activities while demonstrating the highest degree of mutual respect, commitment and professionalism.

Belief Statements

We believe that…

• Students are entitled to an intellectually, emotionally and physically safe environment.
• All students can learn and are capable of succeeding at a high level.
• Teachers embrace each student’s individual learning style.
• It is important to embrace the cultural heritage of every individual.
• A commitment to life-long learning is critical to success in high school.
• Helping students develop strong character is an important responsibility of high school teachers and administrators.
• Personal development encompasses respect and self-worth.
• Academic integrity is the foundation on which any learning institution is founded.
• The development of self-reliance and independence is essential.
• Talent can be expressed through academics, the arts and athletics.
• Good citizenship in the school, community, nation and world is a necessary component in complete character development.

Profile of Graduates

Graduates of Jonathan Dayton High School are...

• owners of a well-rounded education
• lifelong learners who are in possession of a solid foundation for future learning
• critical and independent thinkers, proficient writers and confident speakers
• mathematically literate, logical, analytical problem solvers who are able to make informed decisions
• prepared intellectually, physically and emotionally for entrance into college, the workforce, or the military
• ethical, involved, productive, responsible citizens
• equipped with life skills, varied interests, and an desire for wellness
• technologically capable and efficient
• respectful and respected individuals
• able to collaborate and work well with others
• proud of their alma mater and continue to maintain a strong relationship with the school community

Elizabeth Cresci
Principal

Ron Slate
Assistant Principal