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The school supplies Apple [[MacBook Air]] laptops to every student as part of the "one-to-one laptop initiative"<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|url=https://www.kasd.org/domain/301|title=About Us / About KHS|website=www.kasd.org|language=en|access-date=2017-01-25}}</ref> It is infamous for its group of thirteen students, referred to as the "Kutztown 13", who violated its technology code of conduct and were subjected to external disciplinary action in 2005.
The school supplies Apple [[MacBook Air]] laptops to every student as part of the "one-to-one laptop initiative"<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|url=https://www.kasd.org/domain/301|title=About Us / About KHS|website=www.kasd.org|language=en|access-date=2017-01-25}}</ref> It is infamous for its group of thirteen students, referred to as the "Kutztown 13", who violated its technology code of conduct and were subjected to external disciplinary action in 2005.


== The Kutztown 13 ==
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In October 2004, the school distributed Apple [[iBook]] laptops to all students, as part of the "One-to-One" program<ref name=":0" /> to facilitate school work. Each computer was installed with safety instruments. Access to the safety and monitor settings was available via the use of an administrator password.


The school administrators initially set the administrator password on all laptops to "50Trexler", presumably in reference to the street address of the school. Multiple media reports indicated that the password was "taped onto the back of each computer" when they were initially handed out. What was actually on the back was a permanently affixed label with the school's address, (including 50 Trexler Ave) although the Kutztown Area High School Administration did realize that the password should have been less obvious. A student or students found out the password, and eventually 200 to 300 students had knowledge of the password.
== Sports ==


These students were then able to bypass the school's security system to access [[IChat|chat software]], freely view web pages previously blocked by school policy, install [[file sharing]] applications, video games, and other unauthorized software, and reverse the installed monitoring software to spy on other students and faculty. The school repeatedly disciplined students for these offenses, from detentions and leading to suspensions for repeated policy violations. With each disciplinary action given, the school claimed that parents were notified.
Kutztown High School is well known throughout the surrounding area for their excellence in all sports they offer. Their teams compete in the Berks County Interscholastic Athletic Association (BCIAA) and are members of PIAA district 3. One of the most notable recent successes from the athletic department has been the football team's unprecedented winning streak that started in 2016 and continues to this day. They have been winners of the last 6 state championships and show no signs of slowing down soon.


On May 2, 2005, school administrators contacted the Kutztown Borough Police Department with a request to investigate, and possibly prosecute, 13 students for violating the school's [[Acceptable Use Policy]] after they repeatedly modified their laptops. The parents of the students were not notified of this criminal investigation because the school was afraid the parents would not be pleased that pictures were being taken of the students, through the computers, at home. Much of the information released to the media was from the uncle of one of the 13 students and based on comments by the students; Pennsylvania law prohibits a school from discussing discipline cases.
Another great pride of the school has been its distance running success. Kutztown cross country has 10 total district championships to its name since 2004, and one state champion in 2009 individual winner Stephen Welsh. From 2018-2020 Mitchell Brett won 3 straight district titles, becoming only the second person in district 3 history to accomplish the feat. Notable alumni of the program include multiple collegiate conference champions, national qualifiers, and even current professional runners. The cougars are still seeking their first team state title, and the 2022 squad looks to be headlined by a strong core of upperclassman who will make a push to capture this elusive ring.


On May 31, 2005 the police notified<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.cutusabreak.org/Pages/policeletter.html |title=Untitled Page |accessdate=August 10, 2005 |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20050812013656/http://www.cutusabreak.org/Pages/policeletter.html |archivedate=August 12, 2005 }}</ref> the parents of 13 students that their children were being charged under [[Pennsylvania]] crimes code section 7615 for [[Computer crime|computer trespass]], a 3rd degree [[felony]] according to Pennsylvania law.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.wcupa.edu/infoservices/policies/pa_title_18_chapter_76.htm#7615 |title=West Chester University of Pennsylvania - |accessdate=August 10, 2005 |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20050907051413/http://wcupa.edu/infoservices/policies/pa_title_18_chapter_76.htm |archivedate=September 7, 2005 }}</ref>
Kutztown’s baseball program has endured plenty of success in the past decade. Excluding the pandemic-cancelled 2019-2020 season, Kutztown has made deep playoff runs in each of the past 3 seasons, placing first in the district in 2018-2019 and winning a game in the first round of districts each of the past 2 seasons. In the 2021-2022 season, Kutztown even qualified for the county playoff tournament and was one game away from qualifying for the state tournament, but their season culminated in a loss to the #1 seeded Camp Hill, a game in which Kutztown head Coach Tim Mertz and assistant coach Rob Howard were both ejected. After being ejected from the game during the fourth inning, Mertz stood perched atop a nearby pole, shouting obscenities and directing acting head coach Howard (prior to his own ejection) to have Kutztown’s power-hitting center fielder bunt with 2 strikes in extra innings. Mertz and Howard each received 2 game suspensions for the 2022-2023 season for their actions. Kutztown assistant coach Forrest Schaeffer was present but did not become involved in the controversy, with eyewitnesses claiming that he seemed “confused” and “flabbergasted” throughout the game.


In late August 2005, the Berks County juvenile probation office offered to drop all charges in exchange for 15 hours of community service, a letter of apology, a class on personal responsibility and a limited probation period. One student did not accept these conditions. He was later emancipated of all charges.<ref>Rubinkam, Michael. (2005-08-28) [https://www.usatoday.com/tech/news/computersecurity/2005-08-28-kutztown-deal_x.htm 'Kutztown 13' hackers quietly offered deal]. Usatoday.Com. Retrieved on 2016-06-03.</ref>
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== Notable alumni ==
== Notable alumni ==
* [[G Rene Ryan]], swimmer{{Citation needed|date=October 2019}}
* [[G Rene Ryan]], swimmer{{Citation needed|date=October 2019}}
* [[Keith Haring]], artist<ref name=":1">{{Cite web|url=https://www.kasd.org/Page/3091|title=Arts / Notable Alumni|last=|first=|date=|website=http|language=en|url-status=live|archive-url=|archive-date=|access-date=2019-10-24}}</ref><ref name=":2">{{Cite web|url=https://www.kasdedfoundation.org/news/kutztown-area-school-district-announces-2018-distinguished-alumni-of-the-year/|title=Kutztown Area School District Announces 2018 Distinguished Alumni|last=Peterson|first=Devin|date=2018-04-24|website=Kutztown Area School District Education Foundation|language=en-US|access-date=2019-10-24}}</ref>
* [[Keith Haring]], artist<ref name=":1">{{Cite web|url=https://www.kasd.org/Page/3091|title=Arts / Notable Alumni|last=|first=|date=|website=http|language=en|archive-url=|archive-date=|access-date=2019-10-24}}</ref><ref name=":2">{{Cite web|url=https://www.kasdedfoundation.org/news/kutztown-area-school-district-announces-2018-distinguished-alumni-of-the-year/|title=Kutztown Area School District Announces 2018 Distinguished Alumni|last=Peterson|first=Devin|date=2018-04-24|website=Kutztown Area School District Education Foundation|language=en-US|access-date=2019-10-24}}</ref>
{{Alumni|date=February 2022}}
{{Alumni|date=February 2022}}
*[[Julie Stark]], artist<ref name=":1" /><ref name=":2" />
*[[Julie Stark]], artist<ref name=":1" /><ref name=":2" />

Latest revision as of 22:50, 9 November 2024

Kutztown Area High School
Address
Map
50 Trexler Avenue

Kutztown
,
Pennsylvania
19530

United States
Coordinates40°30′48″N 75°46′07″W / 40.5133°N 75.7686°W / 40.5133; -75.7686
Information
TypePublic high school
School districtKutztown Area School District
NCES School ID421293000816[1]
PrincipalBarry Flicker
Teaching staff35.52 (on an FTE basis)[1]
Grades9–12
Enrollment434 (2022-2023)[1]
Student to teacher ratio12.22[1]
Color(s)Navy Blue and White   
MascotCougar
Websitekhs.kasd.org

Kutztown Area High School is a public high school in Kutztown, Pennsylvania, United States. It was built in 1961, with an annex added in 1974 and underwent major renovations in 2016. It is part of the Kutztown Area School District.

The school supplies Apple MacBook Air laptops to every student as part of the "one-to-one laptop initiative"[2] It is infamous for its group of thirteen students, referred to as the "Kutztown 13", who violated its technology code of conduct and were subjected to external disciplinary action in 2005.

The Kutztown 13

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In October 2004, the school distributed Apple iBook laptops to all students, as part of the "One-to-One" program[2] to facilitate school work. Each computer was installed with safety instruments. Access to the safety and monitor settings was available via the use of an administrator password.

The school administrators initially set the administrator password on all laptops to "50Trexler", presumably in reference to the street address of the school. Multiple media reports indicated that the password was "taped onto the back of each computer" when they were initially handed out. What was actually on the back was a permanently affixed label with the school's address, (including 50 Trexler Ave) although the Kutztown Area High School Administration did realize that the password should have been less obvious. A student or students found out the password, and eventually 200 to 300 students had knowledge of the password.

These students were then able to bypass the school's security system to access chat software, freely view web pages previously blocked by school policy, install file sharing applications, video games, and other unauthorized software, and reverse the installed monitoring software to spy on other students and faculty. The school repeatedly disciplined students for these offenses, from detentions and leading to suspensions for repeated policy violations. With each disciplinary action given, the school claimed that parents were notified.

On May 2, 2005, school administrators contacted the Kutztown Borough Police Department with a request to investigate, and possibly prosecute, 13 students for violating the school's Acceptable Use Policy after they repeatedly modified their laptops. The parents of the students were not notified of this criminal investigation because the school was afraid the parents would not be pleased that pictures were being taken of the students, through the computers, at home. Much of the information released to the media was from the uncle of one of the 13 students and based on comments by the students; Pennsylvania law prohibits a school from discussing discipline cases.

On May 31, 2005 the police notified[3] the parents of 13 students that their children were being charged under Pennsylvania crimes code section 7615 for computer trespass, a 3rd degree felony according to Pennsylvania law.[4]

In late August 2005, the Berks County juvenile probation office offered to drop all charges in exchange for 15 hours of community service, a letter of apology, a class on personal responsibility and a limited probation period. One student did not accept these conditions. He was later emancipated of all charges.[5]

Notable alumni

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References

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  1. ^ a b c d "Search for Public Schools - Kutztown Area SHS (421293000816)". National Center for Education Statistics. Institute of Education Sciences. Retrieved November 9, 2024.
  2. ^ a b "About Us / About KHS". www.kasd.org. Retrieved 2017-01-25.
  3. ^ "Untitled Page". Archived from the original on August 12, 2005. Retrieved August 10, 2005.
  4. ^ "West Chester University of Pennsylvania -". Archived from the original on September 7, 2005. Retrieved August 10, 2005.
  5. ^ Rubinkam, Michael. (2005-08-28) 'Kutztown 13' hackers quietly offered deal. Usatoday.Com. Retrieved on 2016-06-03.
  6. ^ a b "Arts / Notable Alumni". http. Retrieved 2019-10-24.
  7. ^ a b Peterson, Devin (2018-04-24). "Kutztown Area School District Announces 2018 Distinguished Alumni". Kutztown Area School District Education Foundation. Retrieved 2019-10-24.
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