Truman High School: Truly the Best
March 27, 2008
Faculty and students at Harry S Truman High School have much to be proud of in light of the results of the recent NYC DOE Quality Review.
On Friday, March 14, 2008, reviewers announced that Truman High School is “well developed” in all of the five categories reviewed by the assessment. In addition to being an increase from just a year ago when Truman was deemed proficient with well developed features, this is the highest possible rating that this review renders. The increase in rating is due to the collaborative efforts of faculty, students, parents, and the fierce leadership of Principal Sana Q. Nasser.
The Quality Review is a process by which reviewers from Cambridge University, United Kingdom, come to evaluate each public school in New York City. Over a period of three days, reviewers observe all aspects of the educational process at the school. In addition to the time spent observing lessons in the classroom, they conduct interviews with teachers, students, and parents.
Following the three day process, reviewers make a judgment on how the school is doing in each of five categories. A school may be deemed underdeveloped, proficient, or well developed.
In addition to Truman’s strong academic and growing student programs, statistical data reveals Truman’s high graduation rate (higher than the NYC average), competitive academic achievements, and an increasingly safe and nurturing school environment.
While student achievement at Truman is on the rise, Principal Sana Q. Nasser is committed to ensuring even more success for Truman students in the future. An example of this commitment is the recent expansion of enrichment programs including an increase in the number of both 9th grade Honors classes and Advanced Placement classes.
The Harry S Truman school community is dedicated to continued progress and to providing their teachers and administration with the professional development necessary to facilitate that improvement. Truman’s faculty and staff are encouraged by the recent results of the Quality Review and the students’ daily success.
Mr. Williams facilitates parent involvement within the school community by working with the school Principal, school leadership team, PTA, and various community groups. Mr. Williams is dedicated to creating a welcoming environment for parents withing the school. 
