Mott Hall High School was founded in September 2004 with the help of Replications, Inc., a non profit organization dedicated to the creation of successful new, small schools. Mott Hall High School is based on the same concepts that have helped to established Mott Hall, Mott Hall II, and Mott Hall III among some of the most successful middle schools in the New York City. The same essential features that have helped to develop each of the middle schools into exceptional academic institutions have been carried over and adapted to support the needs of the adolescent on the high school level.
The Mott Hall High School staff are also guided by these essential features as they prepare their students to embark upon a personal journey towards college, the work force, and to establish a mentality that values a commitment to life long learning. As our school grows and develops, we aim to encourage students to take an active and integral role in the school culture, community, and their futures.
Mott Hall High School values the importance of developing the student’s character as an integral part of the transition into adulthood. In addition, we also feel that character development works to define the student’s role as a productive member of society. As a staff we work to nurture and promote the development of a sound character. MHHS has defined respect, responsibility, honesty, integrity, compassion, generosity, and fairness as essential elements of a sound character. Our goal is to help each young adult develop their skills so that they are a valuable asset to their generation’s future.
During the 2007-2008 school year, we will finally operate at full capacity filling our halls with 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students. We will also graduate our first class, the class of 2008!