Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.0, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Overbrook High School The School District of Philadelphia ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Pages - [Overbrook High School - Home](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/) - Ready for Day One? Walk into the 2026–2027 school year feeling confident by attending Overbrook’s August Orientation! 👇 Check out the official flyer below for full details and times! - [Working Papers](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/working-papers/) - The Office of Career and Technical Education provides directions for how to obtain working papers. Please click on this link for more information If you would like to schedule an appointment to obtain your working papers, please email Ms. Shakeerah Barrett: sbarrett@philasd.org. - [School Counselor Corner](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/offices/school-counseling/) - 11th Grade & 12th Grade Ms. Ashley Stinson School Counselor astinson@philasd.org 215-400-7300 9th & 10th Grade Ms. Tonie Davenport School Counselor, Room 322 tndavenport@philasd.org 215-400-7300 ext 3220 11th Grade & 12th Grade Ms. Ashley Stinson School Counselor astinson@philasd.org 215-400-7300 9th & 10th Grade Ms. Tonie Davenport School Counselor, Room 322 tndavenport@philasd.org 215-400-7300 ext 3220 - [Family Resources](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/offices/school-counseling/family-resources/) - Our families are very important to Overbrook High School. Questions regarding your student’s grades should be directed to your student’s Teachers. If you have a cellphone/computer, you can download the “Family and Parent Portal” and the app will give you direct access to your student’s grades/information. The district’s Office of Family & Community Engagement (FACE) - [School Counselors](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/offices/school-counselors/) - 9th and 10th Grade School Counselor Ms. Tonie Davenport: tndavenport@philasd.org 11th and 12th Grade School Counselor Ms. Ashley Stinson: astinson@philasd.org - [Counseling Services](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/offices/) - [Academic Departments](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/academics-2/academic-departments/) - Overbrook High Academic Programs - [School Advisory Council](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/school-advisory-council/) - [Special Education Department Home](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/special-education-department-home/) - Welcome to Overbook High School’s Department of Special Education SpECM: Mr. Ivory Life Skills: Ms. Barrett Life Skills: Mr. Bundy Autistic Support: Ms. Elliot LS: Mr. Kiley LS: Ms. Norris-Flowers LS: Ms. Seeney-Carter LS: Ms. Fountain - [Social Studies Department](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/social-studies-department-home/) - Mr. Craighead Ms. Clark Ms. Archer Mr. Hines - [Science Department](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/science-department-home/) - Ms. Moran-Johnson: Science Deaprtment Lead Ms. Gorde: Chemistry & Environmental Science Mr. Hines: Environmental Science - [9th Grade: Class of 2030](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/incoming-2020-2021-freshmen/) - Welcome to 9th Grade! For all of your 9th-grade needs, please reach out to your support team: Assistant Principal: Ms. McCabe School Counselor: Ms. Davenport 9th Grade Coordinator: Ms. Fountain Keys to 9th-Grade Success: High school is a fresh start, and staying on top of things early makes all the difference. Here are a few Welcome to 9th Grade! For all of your 9th-grade needs, please reach out to your support team: Assistant Principal: Ms. McCabe School Counselor: Ms. Davenport 9th Grade Coordinator: Ms. Fountain Keys to 9th-Grade Success: High school is a fresh start, and staying on top of things early makes all the difference. Here are a few Welcome to 9th Grade! For all of your 9th-grade needs, please reach out to your support team: Assistant Principal: Ms. McCabe School Counselor: Ms. Davenport 9th Grade Coordinator: Ms. Fountain Keys to 9th-Grade Success: High school is a fresh start, and staying on top of things early makes all the difference. Here are a few - [Class Year](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/class-year/) - [21st Century](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/art-department-home/) - Mr. Keller: Digital Design Mr. Van Gorder: Music Production Ms. Dunbar: Film and TV Production Mr. Clayton: Entertainment Management - [12th Grade: Class of 2027](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/12th-grade-class-of-2021/) - [11th Grade: Class of 2028](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/11th-grade-class-of-2022/) - [10th Grade: Class of 2029](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/10th-grade-class-of-2023/) - [UPCOMING EVENTS](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/news/) - August 2026 | 18th: Student Orientation 24th: First Day of School for Students September 2026: 7th: Labor Day; School Closed 18th: Staff Professional Development; School Closed 21st: Yom Kippur; School Closed - [Mission and Vision](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/our-mission/) - MISSION Overbrook High School is committed to empowering all students to become confident, compassionate, and capable global citizens. We foster a dynamic learning environment that inspires critical thinking, innovation, and academic excellence. Through high-quality instruction and cutting-edge technology, we prepare our students to succeed in a rapidly changing world. By nurturing strong relationships with our - [Health Related Services](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/health-related-technology/) - School Nurse: Ms. Irvis Provides care for student illnesses, injuries, and medical emergencies Maintains up-to-date health and immunization records Conducts state-mandated health screenings Administers prescribed medications and perform nursing procedures Supports physicians and dentists during school-based exams Offers health counseling and connect families to community resources Delivers classroom instruction on health-related topics Serves as a - [Math Department](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/math-department-home-page/) - Algebra I, IA, Geometry: Mr. Winston Algebra I & IA: Mr. Crowley Algebra II: Mr. Morris-Smith Math of Personal Finance: Dr. Coles - [Partnerships](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/partnerships/) - [Calendar](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/calendar/) - SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA Academic Calendar: HERE OVERBROOK HIGH SCHOOL Calendar Here - [Student Handbook](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/student-handbook/) - CLICK HERE to download the current version of the Overbrook High School student and family handbook. - [STEP Program](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/step-program/) - SUPPORT TEAM FOR EDUCATIONAL PARTNERSHIP (STEP) The STEP Program is a Philadelphia Public Schools initiative which was developed to provide new ways of addressing mental health and social work needs for students and families within schools. Overbrook High School's STEP Team consists of: Clinical Coordinator/Therapist - Ms. Dana Carlomagno (dcarlomagno@philasd.org) Family Peer Specialist - Ms. - [Principal's Message](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/principals-message/) - Dear Students, Parents, and Staff, I am delighted to address our vibrant Overbrook High School community as we continue our journey towards academic excellence, personal growth, and global leadership. At Overbrook High, we are committed to providing a well-rounded education that goes beyond academics to nurture the whole student. Our dedicated team of educators is - [OHS Parent and Guardians](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/ohs-parent-and-guardians/) - Welcome Parents & Guardians! We hope this page can serve as a hub for you to receive important information for your partnership with Overbrook High School. We would love to have feedback from you and hear your suggestions. We value your thoughts and ask you to take a moment to click on this link to - [Graduation Requirements](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/graduation-requirements/) - GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 23.5 credits, in the following areas: 4 in English English 1 English 2 English 3 English 4 3 in Mathematics Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra 2 3 in Science Environmental Science Biology Chemistry 4 in Social Studies World History African American History United States History Civics/Social Science 2 in World Language Spanish 1 Spanish - [OVERBRROK HS GOALS](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/ohs-goal/) - ALL Overbrook Students: Will attend school 100% of the time! Will earn Proficient or Advance on the Keystone Exam! Will receive ZERO out of school suspensions! Will stay on-track to graduation! Will meet the ACT 158 guidelines! - [Students](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/students-2/) - Uniform Policy 2022 - 2023 - [College & Career Preparation](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/offices/school-counseling/collegecareerprep/) - There are wonderful opportunities in and around Philadelphia. Take the time to Google Search questions and terms related to your interests. Visit with your School Counselor to discuss interests. Review the short list of opportunities to the right. Summer Leadership Academy "Come participate in a free program designed for young women interested in STEM! The - [Naviance](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/offices/school-counseling/naviance/) - Future Ready PA Career Portfolio using Naviance "This year in collaboration with the Office of Curriculum and Instruction, Naviance tasks have begun to be embedded in content area curriculum. This will first be seen in the new Math curriculum (grades 4-12) and ELA (grade 3). Applicable performance tasks have been aligned to Career Education and Work (CEW) Standards and Naviance tasks will reflect - [Counseling Resources](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/offices/school-counseling/counseling-resources/) - Your School Counselor is your first point of contact for any challenges you are facing. Please reach out during the school day. Teachers and school personnel are to refer students to their assigned School Counselors, based on grade level, for appropriate discussions and determination regarding MTSS protocal. Overbrook High School does have a wonderful STEP - [OHS Students](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/students/) - Student Resources School District of Philadelphia resources for students Graduation and Promotion Requirements Earn 23.5 credits. English: English 1, 2, 3 and 4 Mathematics: Algebra 1, Geometry and Algebra 2 Math Elective: Pre-Calculus Science: Physical Science, Biology and Chemistry Science Elective: Physics and Environmental Science Social Studies: World History, African-American History, American History and Social - [Town Hall](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/students/town-hall/) - [Student Code of Conduct](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/student-code-of-conduct/) - Student Code of Conduct 2021-2022 CLICK HERE - [Staff Email Addresses](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/staff-email-addresses/) - [table id=3 /] - [Scholarships](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/scholarships/) - [Upward Bound Traditional](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/upward-bound-traditional/) - [Upward Bound Science](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/upward-bound-science/) - [STAFF ONLY](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/staff-only/) - [Nurse Office](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/nurse-office/) - [School Scheduling Office](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/school-scheduling-office/) - [Principal's Office](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/principals-office/) - [OHS Notable Alumni](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/notable-alumni/) - Wilton Norman Chamberlain (August 21, 1936 – October 12, 1999) was an American basketball player. He played for the Philadelphia/San Francisco Warriors, the Philadelphia 76ers, and the Los Angeles Lakers of the National Basketball Association (NBA); he played for the University of Kansas and also for the Harlem Globetrotters before playing in the NBA. The - [Title I](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/title-i/) - Overbrook High School 2020-2021 Title I Parent Compact Overbrook HS 2020-2021 Parent and Family Engagement PolicyRight to Know Letter English (1) (1) - [Parent and Family Portal](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/ohs-parent-and-guardians/parent-and-family-portal/) - [PIAA Rules and Regulations](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/piaa-rules-and-regulations/) - [PIAA Policies and Procedures](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/athletic-forms/) - PIAA Constitution and Bylaws PIAA Policies and Procedures - [PIAA CIPPE FORM](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/piaa-cippe-form/) - In order to participate in athletics all prospects must have their parent and physician complete Sections 1 - 6 of the PIAA CIPPE FORM, which you can download HERE - [OHS Staff](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/ohs-staff/) - OHS Staff Internal Site - [School Culture and Climate](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/school-culture-and-climate/) - [OHS Alumni](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/alumini/) - [Staff](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/staff/) - [table id=1 /] - [Technology Department](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/technology-department/) - Room 304 Office Hours Monday thru Friday 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM The OHS Technology Department manages all of the information systems at the school. This includes the school networks, computer labs, Chromebook carts, printers, website, and software. For assistance with a technology problem, please complete the Technology Assistance Form. If you wish to sign - [SignupGenius](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/technology-department/signupgenius/) - SignUpGenius is our contracted partner that manages your reservations for Computer Labs. For the staff who are new to Overbrook High School, please do the following: Go to www.signupgenius.com. Create an account using your philasd.org account as your email address. Contact Jonathan Verlin at jrverlin@philasd.org. Please give your name AND Department(s) in which you teach. Your - [Senior Class Newsletter](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/senior-class-newsletter/) - Click here to download the latest edition of the senior class newsletter. Be sure to check back here often to obtain the most current news and information pertaining to the senior class. - [Incentives](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/students/incentives/) - Content will be forthcoming. Check back again. - [Student Resources](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/student-resources/) - Content will appear shortly. - [Technology Student Work](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/technology-student-work/) - Here are links to some of the JavaScript projects which former students have created: Sabir Copeland (2016): Magic 8-Ball Chas Allen, Shareeq Evans and Glenn Davis (2017) wrote a flashcard app which quizzes young children on addition and multiplication tables. While incomplete, this app demonstrates their fluidity in the use of objects and functions. - [Technology Department Faculty](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/technology-department-faculty/) - Verlin, Jonathan: jrverlin@philasd.org - [Special Ed. Student Work](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/special-ed-student-work/) - Content coming soon. - [Special Education Dept. Faculty](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/special-education-dept-faculty/) - Ali, Persia: pali@philasd.org Berry, Lauren: lberry@philasd.org Pointer, Michael: mapointer@philasd.org Roccia, Susan: sroccia@philasd.org Vandeweghe, Jane: jvandeweghe@philasd.org Walsh, Sarah: walsh.overbrook@gmail.com - [Homebound Instruction Policy](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/homebound-instruction-policy/) - Homebound Instruction provides students with some level of instructional services during a temporary period of absence so that when they return to school they will not fall behind in their class curriculum. Homebound Instruction is intended as a temporary accommodation to keep the student engaged in the school program. It is not intended, nor can - [Statistics](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/statists/) - Content coming shortly. - [Academics](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/academics-2/) - As a comprehensive high school, Overbrook challenges students with rigorous academic programs to prepare them for the workplace and to thrive in an increasingly competitive world. We will enable students to develop problem solving skills, a life-long passion for learning, and aspirations to be thoughtful leaders of their generation. In addition to a rigorous curriculum, Overbrook offers a wide-ranging variety of electives. For more information - [Science Courses](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/science-courses-2/) - Biology (9th grade) A college preparatory course involving laboratory and lecture designed to make students aware of the beauty and mystery of living things, and to understand their responsibilities for developing and maintaining the proper interdependent balance of nature. Among the topics covered are ‑ use of the microscope, understanding the nature and characteristics of - [Math Courses](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/math-courses/) - Algebra I: Grade 9 This course lays the foundation needed for the study of all later mathematics courses. Some topics studied are the following; solving equations and inequalities, working with polynomials and rational expressions, graphing of simple functions, the quadratic formula and radical expressions. Interspersed throughout are many and varied word problems that provide opportunities - [Social Studies Courses](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/social-studies-courses/) - Content will appear shortly. - [Subject Selection Guide](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/subject-selection-guide/) - [Social Studies Course Descriptions](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/social-studies-course-descriptions/) - REQUIRED COURSES - Students must take the required class or a designated AP, honors, or IB replacement to fulfill requirements for graduation. 9th Grade Course Descriptions World History 10th Grade Course Descriptions African American History 11th Grade Course Descriptions US History 12th Grade Course Descriptions Social Science - [Science Course Descriptions](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/science-course-descriptions/) - Hello Parents, At Overbrook High School, we take pride in teaching our students and guiding them through different courses, so that they understand how and what they want to achieve in life outside of school. welcome to our science department. below this message, inform you about the types of courses we provide with the science - [Math Course Descriptions](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/math-course-description/) - Algebra 1 This course lays the foundation needed for the study of all later mathematics courses. Some topics studied are the following; solving equations and inequalities, working with polynomials and rational expressions, graphing of simple functions, the quadratic formula and radical expressions. Interspersed throughout are many and varied word problems that provide opportunities to apply - [Indoor Track](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/indoor-track/) - The Indoor Track team runs in the spring and is coached by Mr Robert Miller. Email rwmiller@philasd.org for more information. - [Junior Varsity Basketball](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/junior-varsity-basketball/) - The Junior Varsity Basketball team plays in the Winter and is coached by Mr. Robert miller. Email rwmiller@philasd.org for more information. - [Acceptable Use of Internet, Technology, and Network Resources](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/acceptable-use-of-internet-technology-and-network-resources/) - The School District of Philadelphia is providing students and its employees with many opportunities to access technology hardware, network systems and the Internet. This access is for education, learning, and research purposes only. At school students must agree to follow the rules of appropriate technology and Internet use. The following is a summary of the - [Contact Us](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/contact/) ## Media Categories - [Images](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/media_category/images/) - [Documents](https://overbrookhs.philasd.org/media_category/documents/)