Cimarron-Memorial High School (CMHS)

Mission

• Provide quality education to enable lifelong learning and responsible citizenship.
• Prepare students for success in the 21st century.

Core Values

• Commitment: Persist through obstacles.
• Motivation: Strive to be the best version of oneself.
• Honor: Show respect through words, thoughts, and actions.
• Success: Achieve personal goals.

Contact Information

• Principal: Lori Sarabyn
• Assistant Principals: Colin McNaught, Mark Lowry, Kenya Neal, Camille Knopp, Layne Olson, Robert Redd
• Counseling and Social Work staff with specific grade and last name assignments.

Academic Planning and Graduation

Diplomas

• Standard Diploma: Requires 23 credits, including core subjects.
• Advanced Diploma: 24 credits, 3.25 GPA, additional science and math.
• College and Career Ready Diploma: 24 credits, 3.25 GPA, AP/CTE/Language requirements.

Course Requirements

• English: 4 credits
• Mathematics: 3-4 credits (including Algebra II)
• Science: 2-3 credits
• Physical Education: 2 credits
• Social Studies: 3 credits
• Electives and Flex Credits

Testing Requirements

• ACT with Writing mandatory for juniors.
• Optional: SAT, PSAT/NMSQT, ACT NCRC, ASVAB

Registration and Counseling

• Academic plans developed with counselors
• Four-year course plans mandatory by 9th grade
• Graduation programs and academic program tracking in Infinite Campus

Career and Technical Education (CTE)

• Offers programs like Culinary Arts, Graphic Design, ROTC, Video Production
• MERIT Academy offers pathways in Automation, Cybersecurity, Manufacturing, Health Information

Academic Courses Offered

English

• Sequence of courses from Pre-AP English 1 to AP English Literature

Mathematics

• Range from Pre-Algebra to AP Calculus AB

Science

• Courses include Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Science

Social Studies

• World History, U.S. History, Government & Economics, AP options

Performing Arts

• Band, Choir, Guitar, Mariachi, Orchestra, Theater, Technical Theater

Visual Arts

• 2-D Art, 3-D Art, Photography, AP Studio Art

Extracurricular and Athletics

• Various sports and PE waivers for participation in school-sponsored activities
• ROTC options and military science courses available

Scholarships and Postsecondary Options

• Millennium Scholarship: Up to $10,000 for Nevada graduates
• Public Education Foundation: Over 260 scholarships available
• Nevada Promise Scholarship: Covers tuition and fees at community colleges

Policies

Non-Discrimination Notice

• No discrimination based on race, religion, gender, etc.

Code of Honor

• Emphasizes academic integrity and honesty.

Important Notes

• Schedule changes limited to specific deadlines each semester.
• Early graduation possible with approval.
• Core Enrollment Expectations align with state and Millennium Scholarship requirements.

This document serves as the 2022-2023 Student Handbook and Course Catalog for Cimarron-Memorial High School, providing comprehensive information on academic offerings, diploma requirements, and student support services.