Facts
What is the mascot of Richard T Crane HS?
Cougar
What are electives?
Classes that you get to choose from.
Will I have all my classes with my elementary school friends?
No. Chances are, you will not have many classes with your friends from elementary school. However, you may have some classes or lunch with them. The bright side? You can still be their friend AND make lots of new friends too.
How can you still be a part of the A-Team in HS?
Register every year and send in your report card every semester.
Fact or Fiction? Your parents are responsible for you doing your homework
Fiction: You will be responsible for keeping up with your assignments or homework.
Who is the principal of Richard T Crane HS?
Principal Shabazz
Are you allowed to carry a book bag?
Yes & no. It depends on the school!
True or False? You will have more food choices in the cafeteria in middle school than in elementary school.
True!
How will you know if you have to change classes?
A bell will ring, signaling the end of the class period. Then, you go to your next class. Don't be late!
Fact or Fiction? There is more homework in high school than elementary school.
Fact: As school subjects get harder, it may take longer to do your homework. However, you will have time for extracurricular activities like sports, music, clubs, time with friends, and more.
How do you find out which HS you will attend?
You receive a letter in the mail.
How many minutes do you have between classes?
3-8 minutes
What are the names of some teams or club you could join? (Name 3.)
Cheerleading, Debate Team, Mathletes
How can you see your school counselor in high school?
Visit the Main Office or Counseling Department to schedule an appointment. Or speak with your counselor directly.
Fact or Fiction? It is always better to take the "harder" classes.
Fiction. You want to make sure that you balance your coursework and meet the high school graduation requirements. CPS do require their students to take 1 year of music and 1 year of arts. So keep this in mind!
How many students are in CPS?
Over 300,000! CPS is the third largest system in the U.S.
What are the school hours in high school?
8am-4pm (Answers can vary depending on the school).
Should you focus on other activities that is not related to school/homework?
Yes! Make sure to find time for sports, internships, community service (etc). Colleges and workplaces do not only look at grades.
What is peer pressure?
When friends or other students make you feel like you have to do something to be "cool"
Fact or Fiction? I could wait till senior year to think about college.
Where is Whitney Young HS located?
Laflin St.
What happens if you forget your locker combination?
The front office has your combination written down. It is important for you to remember and be responsible for your combination, but don't panic if you forget it.
Will high schools teach your everything?
No, this is why you have to take advantage of opportunities. You would want to gain other skills, like money management and cooking.
Which classes can you earn A-Team money for A's and B's in high school?
Humanities, Mathematics, Science, Computer & Technology, or Education to Careers.
Fact or Fiction? It doesn't matter if I don't register to A-Team every year. JRJF already has my information
Fiction. If you move or change schools, we might not be able to get a hold of you. This is why it is important to register every year and give us updated information. Plus, you're losing potential money for college!