Thomas Edison High School

Thomas Edison is a school focused on innovation. Here, every student flourishes through academic challenge, career preparation, arts and athletic programs, and extracurricular activities that build a well-rounded, engaged and prepared student.

Thomas Edison High School provides an academic environment that ignites students’ imagination, engages them in learning, and supports them in achieving their potential.

At Edison, pride and high expectations are demonstrated in everything we do. We have a talented team of teachers who bring experience, wisdom, passion, and fresh ideas to support the academic success of our students. Courses emphasize an international perspective and individualized, rigorous programming for all students.

At Thomas Edison High:

• We provide each student with the instruction, knowledge, resources and inspiration to achieve his or her post-secondary education and career goals.
  • As a Gilder Lehrman history school, we offer a rigorous, college preparatory program centered on American history.
  • Our teachers have begun training in the IB curriculum, bringing effective teaching strategies to the classroom.
  • Our revamped Business Enterprise Program and expanded Voyager program are futuristic, progressive programs that spark the imaginations of our students and prepare them for multiple career paths.
• Our highly qualified and motivated staff have been chosen through a demanding selection process. When we chose our staff under the “Fresh Start” program, our criteria extended beyond instructional competence to include attitude, willingness to go the extra mile to build the school, and consideration of the additional value and skills each person brought.
• The students and staff are proud to be part of an innovative school community where everyone is respected, welcomed and involved. We are committed to being the pride of the neighborhood. Our student ambassadors and student council are actively involved in building school interest and spirit, and our community leaders are proud partners in helping build excellence in this school.
• First-rate artistic staff have joined us this year to build our music, visual art and design programs.
• Athletics are a vital part of a high school, and we are actively and aggressively building the quality of and participation levels in athletic programs at Thomas Edison.