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Accreditation
KHS Accreditation
Keene High School is accredited by the New Hampshire Department of Education and the New England Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools.
KHS Location
Keene High School is located in a diversified industrial community of 22,563. Keene State College (a liberal arts college), Antioch New England Graduate School and River Valley Community College are located in the city. Keene High School is the largest high school in south-western N.H. with a student enrollment of approximately 1,400.
KHS includes grades 9-12, serving students from Chesterfield, Harrisville, Keene, Marlborough, Marlow, Nelson, Spofford, Stoddard, Sullivan, Surry, West Chesterfield, Westmoreland, and Winchester. The Cheshire Career Center, attached to the high school, serves approximately 700 students from three area high schools including Keene.
School Contacts
- Chesterfield School District
- Harrisville School District
- Marlborough School District
- Marlow School District
- Nelson School District
- Stoddard School District
- Sullivan School District
- Surry School District
- Westmoreland School District
- Winchester School District
Chesterfield School District
KHS Harrisville School District
Wells Memorial School
235 Chesham Road
Harrisville, NH 03450
Telephone: 603-827-3272
FAX: 603-827-3073
Our students enter Harrisville-Wells Memorial School with a wide variety of abilities and experiences. We aim to understand, teach, and develop each individual, considering their intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development. The teaching staff and parent(s)/guardian(s) must consider the whole child in acquiring a sensitivity and commitment to the education process.
Learning is a lifelong process. In understanding this process, we present sequential learning experiences that build upon one another. Students meet reasonable expectations that challenge them towards future goals. We believe that students should be successful at their level of development. The learning environment fosters an atmosphere of cooperation and respect, developed by teachers, students, and parent(s)/guardian(s).
HWMS focuses on outdoor learning opportunities, striving to increase instructional time in our fields, forests, and local habitats. All academic instruction is aligned with the Common Core State Standards, and student progress is reported on a standards-based report card. HWMS students and staff continue to embrace our norms centered around social-emotional development, bullying prevention, child protection, kindness, courage, perseverance, and empathy.
In teaching the whole child, we must be aware of all aspects of the student's development. Students will be successful when they are respected, express their feelings and emotions, and cooperate with their peers.
Harrisville has been designated as a federal landmark. We practice the responsibilities of citizenship and community living within the town, state, and nation. Our goal is to develop social skills and pride in the community that will allow each student to be a contributing member.
We believe that each student should have a positive self-image, be accepted as an individual, and be challenged by the learning process. We develop our school program towards these goals, continually seeking more effective ways to instill pride and achievement in each student.
HWMS Mission Statement
Knowledge and responsibility for today and tomorrow.
HWMS Vision Statement
The Harrisville-Wells Memorial School believes in diversity and well-being. We seek to empower students to independently solve problems, collaborate and communicate respectfully, take academic risks, and develop a positive growth mindset.
SAU 29 Mission Statement
the mission of the schools within SAU 29 is to provide each student with the opportunity to participate in challenging, productive, and relevant learning activities that promote individual growth and skills development that will enhance the likelihood of each student leading a productive and fulfilling role in our society.
Chesterfield School
535 Old Chesterfield Rd., PO Box 205
Chesterfield, NH 03443-0205
Telephone: 603-363-8301
FAX: 603-363-8406
The district employs a total of 55.67 staff. This number includes teaching staff, inclusionary aides and support positions. Staff are responsible for implementing a wide range of instruction and programming. Our school offers Art, Music, Physical Education, STEM, Health, Spanish, Dance through NHDI, Library and outdoor education experiences.
Students that live in Chesterfield, West Chesterfield and Spofford attend this one centralized school. After grade 8 most students transition to Keene High School for grades 9-12. Chesterfield School currently enrolls 274 students in grades K-8.
The district provides tier two and three supports through special education services as well as Title One instruction to qualifying students. Chesterfield School employs full time Math and Reading specialists. These two individuals help coach and strengthen instruction school wide.
Chesterfield School is a safe, child-centered community where trust, respect, compassion and honest communication are practiced to foster personal and academic growth. We encourage our learning community to demonstrate Chesterfield PRIDE. (Positivity, Respect, Integrity, Determination and Excellence.)
Harrisville School District
Wells Memorial School
235 Chesham Road
Harrisville, NH 03450
Telephone: 603-827-3272
FAX: 603-827-3073
Our students enter Harrisville-Wells Memorial School with a wide variety of abilities and experiences. We aim to understand, teach, and develop each individual, considering their intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development. The teaching staff and parent(s)/guardian(s) must consider the whole child in acquiring a sensitivity and commitment to the education process.
Learning is a lifelong process. In understanding this process, we present sequential learning experiences that build upon one another. Students meet reasonable expectations that challenge them towards future goals. We believe that students should be successful at their level of development. The learning environment fosters an atmosphere of cooperation and respect, developed by teachers, students, and parent(s)/guardian(s).
HWMS focuses on outdoor learning opportunities, striving to increase instructional time in our fields, forests, and local habitats. All academic instruction is aligned with the Common Core State Standards, and student progress is reported on a standards-based report card. HWMS students and staff continue to embrace our norms centered around social-emotional development, bullying prevention, child protection, kindness, courage, perseverance, and empathy.
In teaching the whole child, we must be aware of all aspects of the student's development. Students will be successful when they are respected, express their feelings and emotions, and cooperate with their peers.
Harrisville has been designated as a federal landmark. We practice the responsibilities of citizenship and community living within the town, state, and nation. Our goal is to develop social skills and pride in the community that will allow each student to be a contributing member.
We believe that each student should have a positive self-image, be accepted as an individual, and be challenged by the learning process. We develop our school program towards these goals, continually seeking more effective ways to instill pride and achievement in each student.
HWMS Mission Statement
Knowledge and responsibility for today and tomorrow.
HWMS Vision Statement
The Harrisville-Wells Memorial School believes in diversity and well-being. We seek to empower students to independently solve problems, collaborate and communicate respectfully, take academic risks, and develop a positive growth mindset.
SAU 29 Mission Statement
the mission of the schools within SAU 29 is to provide each student with the opportunity to participate in challenging, productive, and relevant learning activities that promote individual growth and skills development that will enhance the likelihood of each student leading a productive and fulfilling role in our society.
Marlborough School District
Marlborough School
41 Fitch Court
Marlborough, NH 03455-2437
Telephone: 603-876-4465
FAX: 603-876-4302The enrollment at Marlborough School in Preschool through grade 8 is 176 students. Academic and related instruction and services are provided by 40 full and part-time staff. Teachers plan and work in teams to develop a child-centered and integrated curriculum throughout the grades. The school’s small size lends itself to an emphasis on the individual needs of students.
In addition to the regular academic instruction, Marlborough offers music, band, chorus, NHDI (dance), art, Destination Imagination, physical education, Spanish and computer technology, as well as reading and resource room services.
The school is a member of the Governor’s Best Schools Initiative whose goals are to improve student responsibility and community involvement and, thereby, increase student achievement.
Marlow School District
John D. Perkins Academy
919 NH Route 10
Marlow, NH 03456-9802
Telephone: 603-446-3307
FAX: 603-446-7323
The John D. Perkins, Sr. Academy of Marlow is located on Route 10 approximately one mile north of the village of Marlow. Over the years the school's population has ranged between 35 and 70 students. The school is currently configured into four classrooms; kindergarten, grades 1 and 2, grades 3 and 4, and grades 5 and 6. Population in each classroom varies, but is normally below twenty students.
The school is on about ten acres of land and is bordered on the east by Route 10, on the south by a beautiful wetland which includes a number of beaver lodges, to the east by woodlands which are filled with ponds and trails, and to the north by a single residence which is not visible from the school because of the surrounding woodlands. Nearby is Bald Mountain which overlooks the village and surrounding area. The summit is less than an hour hike from the school on trails which begin on school property. Also nearby is the Ashuelot River, perfect for kayaking and superb trout fishing.
Marlow has a population of about 700 people and could be considered a prime example of what small town New England life is all about. In this setting a sense of family and support is evident in the school. Community members have come together to create remarkable changes in the school grounds over the years. A large, multi-faceted play structure sits in the center of the playground, and a nature observatory overlooks the wetlands to the south. Both were produced by partnerships between community members and school staff. In 2011 and outdoor classroom was built on school grounds by an Eagle Scout and graduate of Perkins Academy.
Most students ride the bus to school. Middle and high school students go to Keene schools, located about 18 miles south of Marlow. In the warmer months, some students ride bikes to school over woodland trails that run between the school and the village. Marlow is known as the "icebox of Cheshire County," and as a result, the climate is slightly colder than the surrounding area.
Nelson School District
Nelson School
441 Granite Lake Road
Nelson, NH 03457-9999
Telephone: 603-847-3408
Fax: 603-847-9612
Nelson School is a small rural school with an enrollment of 75 students in grades K-5. The school excels in creating a family atmosphere through multi-grade classrooms, the implementation of an all school theme, and close interaction between classes. The 2013-2014 school year welcomed students from Sullivan to the Nelson School community. Since that time, both communities have worked collaboratively to support the Nelson Elementary School. With our recent expansion (March, 2018), the school has facilities to serve both communities for the foreseeable future.
In addition to academic subjects, Nelson offers music, art, physical education, Spanish, Nature Studies and after school instrumental lessons. Our students are supported by Title I services in reading and math, a special education teacher, a school counselor, an occupational therapist, a speech therapist, and a school nurse.
The efforts of the staff to establish a productive and nurturing learning environment for children are greatly aided by strong community involvement and support. Nelson School is a place where there is a strong emphasis on basic skills, where there is excitement about learning, where there are high and clear expectations for performance, and where children are challenged to reach their full potential.
Stoddard School District
Sullivan School District
Surry School District
Surry School District
KHS Harrisville School District
Wells Memorial School
235 Chesham Road
Harrisville, NH 03450
Telephone: 603-827-3272
FAX: 603-827-3073
Our students enter Harrisville-Wells Memorial School with a wide variety of abilities and experiences. We aim to understand, teach, and develop each individual, considering their intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development. The teaching staff and parent(s)/guardian(s) must consider the whole child in acquiring a sensitivity and commitment to the education process.
Learning is a lifelong process. In understanding this process, we present sequential learning experiences that build upon one another. Students meet reasonable expectations that challenge them towards future goals. We believe that students should be successful at their level of development. The learning environment fosters an atmosphere of cooperation and respect, developed by teachers, students, and parent(s)/guardian(s).
HWMS focuses on outdoor learning opportunities, striving to increase instructional time in our fields, forests, and local habitats. All academic instruction is aligned with the Common Core State Standards, and student progress is reported on a standards-based report card. HWMS students and staff continue to embrace our norms centered around social-emotional development, bullying prevention, child protection, kindness, courage, perseverance, and empathy.
In teaching the whole child, we must be aware of all aspects of the student's development. Students will be successful when they are respected, express their feelings and emotions, and cooperate with their peers.
Harrisville has been designated as a federal landmark. We practice the responsibilities of citizenship and community living within the town, state, and nation. Our goal is to develop social skills and pride in the community that will allow each student to be a contributing member.
We believe that each student should have a positive self-image, be accepted as an individual, and be challenged by the learning process. We develop our school program towards these goals, continually seeking more effective ways to instill pride and achievement in each student.
HWMS Mission Statement
Knowledge and responsibility for today and tomorrow.
HWMS Vision Statement
The Harrisville-Wells Memorial School believes in diversity and well-being. We seek to empower students to independently solve problems, collaborate and communicate respectfully, take academic risks, and develop a positive growth mindset.
SAU 29 Mission Statement
the mission of the schools within SAU 29 is to provide each student with the opportunity to participate in challenging, productive, and relevant learning activities that promote individual growth and skills development that will enhance the likelihood of each student leading a productive and fulfilling role in our society.
Westmoreland School District
Westmoreland School
40 Glebe Road
Westmoreland, NH 03467
Telephone: 603-399-4421
FAX: 603-399-7107
Westmoreland School is an idyllic community-based K-8 school with a talented staff of professionals who are eager to educate, serve, and partner with students and families. Situated in a pastoral setting, Westmoreland School's roots grow deep - providing students a nurturing education and ample opportunity for creativity and innovation.
The school offers exemplary traditional academic courses which are coupled with music, band, choir, library/technology, guidance, world language, health, and physical education.
The teachers at Westmoreland School are skilled in their areas of expertise and collaborate through professional learning opportunities. All students benefit from a variety of wellness initiatives including: daily recess, structure physical education classes twice weekly, a nutritionally-responsive school-based lunch (and breakfast) program, and outdoor fields and forests a plenty. The Westmoreland School is happy to continue its involvement in the New Hampshire Dance Institute (NHDI) program.
The Westmoreland School fosters a common language about caring and citizenship through the Responsive Classroom model. Discipline is viewed as an opportunity to teach students to develop from their choices through natural and logical consequences.