High School II
Synopsis
Frederick Wiseman is back to school, this time at Central Park East Secondary School (CPESS), a successful alternative high school in New York's Spanish Harlem, 85-95% of whose graduates go on to four-year colleges. Illustrating the school's emphasis on the 'Habits of Mind' program—weighing evidence; awareness of multiple points of view; seeing connections and relationships; speculating on possibilities; and assessing values—sequences highlight the school's approach to learning include classroom activities in the humanities and sciences; family conferences; discussions of race, class, and gender; faculty meetings; disciplinary problems; sex education; conflict resolution by students; and student council meetings.
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 6, 1994
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frederick Wiseman
- Original Title
- High School II
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 3h 40m
- Production Studios
- Zipporah Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frederick Wiseman
John Davey
Frederick Wiseman
Department Leadership Roster
Frederick Wiseman
Editor
Frederick Wiseman
Director
John Davey
Director of Photography
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What is High School II about?
Frederick Wiseman is back to school, this time at Central Park East Secondary School (CPESS), a successful alternative high school in New York's Spanish Harlem, 85-95% of whose graduates go on to four-year colleges. Illustrating the school's emphasis on the 'Habits of Mind' program—weighing evidence; awareness of multiple points of view; seeing connections and relationships; speculating on possibilities; and assessing values—sequences highlight the school's approach to learning include classroom activities in the humanities and sciences; family conferences; discussions of race, class, and gender; faculty meetings; disciplinary problems; sex education; conflict resolution by students; and student council meetings.
Who directed High School II?
High School II was directed by Frederick Wiseman.
Who stars in High School II?
The principal cast of High School II includes Not specified.
When was High School II released and how long is it?
High School II was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 3h 40m.