Chapel Hill High School is a public high school in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. It is located close to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Chapel Hill High School is part of the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools district which contains two other high schools, Carrboro High School and East Chapel Hill High School.
| Chapel Hill High School | |
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 Chapel Hill High School front entrance in 2023 | |
| Address | |
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9217 Seawell School Rd[1] 27516 United States | |
| Coordinates | 35°56′47″N 79°04′49″W / 35.9465°N 79.0803°W |
| Information | |
| Type | Public |
| Established | 1916 |
| School district | Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools |
| CEEB code | 340645 |
| Principal | Steven Sullivan (2024–present) [2] [3] [4] |
| Faculty | 99.35 (FTE)[1] |
| Grades | 9–12 |
| Gender | Coeducational |
| Enrollment | 1,597 (2022-23)[1] |
| Student to teacher ratio | 16.07[1] |
| Color(s) | Gold and black |
| Mascot | Tiger |
| Nickname | Tigers |
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools |
| Newspaper | The Proconian |
| Yearbook | Hillife |
| Website | www |
| References[5][6][7] | |
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History
editChapel Hill High School's original school building was located on West Franklin Street, and housed the school for white students starting in 1916. That same year, Orange County Training School (which later became Lincoln High School), opened at 750 Merritt Mill Road for black students.[8] In 1936, a new high school building for Chapel Hill High was constructed on Columbia Street, where the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy is now located. This school building burnt down in 1942, and wasn't rebuilt until after World War II. Classes would meet at various locations until a newly constructed school building opened back on West Franklin Street in 1947.[9]
Chapel Hill High would remain at its West Franklin Street location until 1966. In 1966, a new high school building opened on High School Road, with Chapel Hill High merging with Lincoln High to form the new integrated Chapel Hill High School.[10][11] Lincoln High School was known for its award-winning football and band programs. In particular, its 1961 football team won the NCHSAC state championship without a single point being scored against it all year, while averaging over 40 points per game.[12]
On April 15, 2010, a student brought a gun on a school bus and accidentally shot it at the ground. No one was hurt, but the school and several nearby schools went on lockdown. The student was later arrested.[13]
In June 2018, construction began for a major ($70 million) renovation of Chapel Hill High, including the construction of new buildings.[14][15][16] Construction was completed in August 2021.[17]
Academics
editIn 1999, Chapel Hill High School was listed as one of the top-performing U.S. high schools in The Wall Street Journal (October 15, 1999), for "the best student performance over the past 10 years based on SAT, achievement-test and standardized-test scores."[18]
In 2005, 62.5% of students took the SAT and scored an average of 1156 compared to a state average of 1008.[7] Similarly, 97.3% of the student body has taken the PSAT, and scored an average of 155 compared to the state average of 133.[7] Also, 69.2% (306 students) have participated in Advanced Placement (AP) examinations with 73.5% of all scores scoring above a 3.[7] As of 2005, Chapel Hill High School also has a high graduation rate of 94.7%. In 2005, 94.7% of students were proficient on State English I tests, and 93.1% of students were proficient on State Algebra I tests.[7] The school posted the third highest average SAT score in the Raleigh Durham area: 1754 with 87.9% of students taking the test.[19]
Athletics
editChapel Hill High School has around 20 athletic teams. In the fall, the school offers cheerleading, cross country, field hockey, football, men's soccer, women's tennis, ultimate frisbee, volleyball, and women's golf. In the winter, the school offers cheerleading, men's basketball, women's basketball, swimming and diving, and wrestling. In the spring, the school offers men's golf, men's lacrosse, women's soccer, softball, men's tennis, track, baseball, and women's lacrosse.
Chapel Hill High School has won many state championships in athletics such as back to back trophies in the 3A Men’s Soccer in 2017 and 2018, and their 3A Women’s Soccer program winning in 2018, tying the state record for number of goals allowed with 2.[20]
The arts
editChapel Hill High has performing and visual arts programs. The school offers band, orchestra, drama, dance, and chorus classes. It has an award-winning marching band and critically-acclaimed theatre department.
Robotics team
editStudents from Chapel Hill High school have operated a FIRST Robotics Competition team since 2013 called the Titanium Tigers. The robotics team, number 4829, was notable for ranking second in the North Carolina Championship in the 2022 season, going on to play in the Roebling division of the annual FIRST Championship.[21][22][23] The school hosted two off-season events, THOR 3 and Doyenne Inspiration, with the school's team co-winning both events, along with the team of East Chapel Hill High School.[24][25][26]
In the 2023 season, their competing robot was named Charles, after Charles Blanchard, the former principal who retired during competition season.[27]
Notable alumni
edit- Bill Ransom Campbell, modernist architect[28]
- Anna Clendening, singer, actress, and internet personality [citation needed]
- Harold Covington (1971), white nationalist author[29]
- Jamie Dell, professional soccer player[30]
- Hampton Dellinger, attorney[31]
- Sarah Dessen (1988), young adult novelist[32]
- Dovonte Edwards, former NFL cornerback[33]
- Clark Gregg, actor who played Phil Coulson in the Marvel Cinematic Universe[34]
- Meredith Hagner (2005), actress[citation needed]
- Bernardo Harris, former NFL linebacker and Super Bowl XXXI champion with the Green Bay Packers[35]
- Alexander Julian, clothing designer[citation needed]
- Gina Kim (2018), LPGA golfer[36]
- Estelle Lawson, amateur golfer[37]
- Mick Mixon, play-by-play radio announcer for the Carolina Panthers[38]
- Brian Roberts, two-time All-Star MLB player with the Baltimore Orioles[39]
- Henrik Rödl, basketball coach[citation needed]
- Clifford Skakle, former professional tennis player[40]
- Scott Speiser, actor and writer[41]
- Josh Stein, former state senator and current Attorney General of North Carolina[42]
- Matt Stevens, former NFL safety and Super Bowl XXXVI champion with the New England Patriots[43]
- Tauren "Strick" Strickland, rapper[citation needed]
- Ben Strong, basketball coach[44]
- David Taylor, former NFL offensive tackle[45]
- James Taylor (attended until mid-junior year), singer-songwriter and guitarist[46]
- Livingston Taylor, singer-songwriter and folk musician; younger brother of James[citation needed]
References
edit- ^ a b c d "Chapel Hill High". National Center for Education Statistics. Retrieved August 25, 2024.
- ^ "CHHS Principal Charles Blanchard to retire, school begins replacement search". The Daily Tar Heel. Retrieved May 3, 2023.
- ^ Cox, Ananya; Sherouse, Hammond Cole (February 25, 2023). "Chapel Hill High names new principal - The ECHO". Retrieved May 3, 2023.
- ^ McConnell, Brighton (February 3, 2023). "Chapel Hill High Principal Blanchard Steps Down; Akins Named as Interim". Chapelboro.com. Retrieved May 3, 2023.
- ^ "2007-2008 Profile" (PDF). East Chapel Hill High School. Retrieved June 4, 2008. [dead link]
- ^ "Chapel Hill High School Course Handbook (2004)" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on November 3, 2006. Retrieved December 9, 2006.
- ^ a b c d e "Chapel Hill High, North Carolina Public School - Overview - SchoolMatters". Archived from the original (PDF) on February 1, 2013. Retrieved December 9, 2006.
- ^ Caldwell, Edwin (February 17, 1996). "Education prominent in black history". The Chapel Hill Herald. pp. 3, 5. Retrieved January 30, 2023.
- ^ Nielsen, Claire. (May 25, 2016). Timeline: A Century of Chapel Hill High School. southernneighbor.com. Retrieved November 25, 2021.
- ^ Lee, Hannah. (November 19, 2019). New Group Bridges the Divide Between Formerly Segregated Schools. chapelhillmagazine.com. Retrieved February 11, 2023.
- ^ "A Thousand Words" column by Jock Lauterer, "Chapel Hill High School, 1962", The Carrboro Citizen, December 24, 2008, pg. 8
- ^ "Project aims to focus on Northside's history". The Daily Tar Heel. Archived from the original on February 7, 2009.
- ^ "Suspect in custody for reportedly discharging weapon on school bus - Orange County". NewsObserver.com. April 15, 2010. Archived from the original on June 5, 2011. Retrieved January 19, 2012.
- ^ "Renovations Continue on Chapel Hill High School". spectrumlocalnews.com. Retrieved May 31, 2020.
- ^ "Chapel Hill High School Dismisses Early Due to Gas Leak". Chapelboro.com. September 11, 2019. Retrieved May 31, 2020.
- ^ Goad, Matt. "Timetable set for renovation of Chapel Hill High School". The Herald Sun. Retrieved May 31, 2020.
- ^ Kehres, Elle. (August 4, 2021). Chapel Hill High School Completes Construction Ahead of Fall Semester. chapelboro.com. Retrieved November 25, 2021.
- ^ "Orange County, NC: Education Statistics". Archived from the original on December 7, 2006. Retrieved December 9, 2006.
- ^ deBruyn, Jason. "High schools with highest SAT scores in Raleigh-Durham area". Triangle Business Journal.
- ^ "2018 Men's Soccer State Championships Recap". North Carolina High School Athletic Association. November 17, 2018. Retrieved June 7, 2019.
- ^ "Titanium Tigers - Team 4829". The Blue Alliance. Retrieved May 3, 2023.
- ^ Centeno, Evren. "Titanium Tigers compete in world championship robotics competition | Proconian". Retrieved May 4, 2023.
- ^ "Titanium Tigers". titaniumtigers4829.com. Retrieved May 3, 2023.
- ^ "THOR 3 and Doyenne Inspiration". Chief Delphi. October 13, 2022. Retrieved May 3, 2023.
- ^ "Girls battle robots and for their place in STEM fields". spectrumlocalnews.com. Retrieved May 3, 2023.
- ^ "Titanium Tigers". titaniumtigers4829.com. Retrieved May 3, 2023.
- ^ "Charles (🤖) and the Titanium Tigers 4829 put on a show ..." Twitter. Retrieved May 3, 2023.
- ^ "Bill Campbell". ncmodernist.org. Modernist Archive, Inc. Retrieved August 24, 2020.
- ^ Johnson, Greg (July 15, 2010). "Interview with Harold Covington". Counter-Currents Publishing. Retrieved July 26, 2018.
- ^ "Jamie Dell". uncwsports.com. UNC Wilmington Seahawks. Retrieved May 23, 2023.
- ^ Baxter, Brian (December 22, 2014). "In Partner Promotions, Boies Schiller Sees Its Future". The American Lawyer. Retrieved December 9, 2016.
- ^ Polk, Shelbi (July 13, 2022). "Beloved Chapel Hill Author Sarah Dessen Takes a Look Back". Indy Week. Retrieved May 23, 2023.
- ^ "Dovonte Edwards Stats". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved December 5, 2018.
- ^ Ryan, Mike (May 1, 2012). "Clark Gregg, 'Avengers' Star, On Agent Coulson And Why He Hates The Los Angeles Lakers". HuffPost. Retrieved May 23, 2023.
- ^ "Bernardo Harris Stats". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved December 5, 2018.
- ^ "Gina Kim - 2020-21 - Women's Golf". goduke.com. Duke Blue Devils. Retrieved March 6, 2019.
- ^ "Estelle Lawson Page, Golf Legend". North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. March 1, 2011. Retrieved August 24, 2020.
- ^ "Proconian alum Mick Mixon discusses radio broadcasting" (PDF). Proconian (student newspaper). December 2015. p. 14. Retrieved May 23, 2023.
- ^ "Brian Roberts". thebaseballcube.com. Retrieved December 5, 2018.
- ^ "Briefly ..." The News & Observer. August 8, 2015. Archived from the original on May 19, 2018.
- ^ Beckley, Ben. "1998 and Before". benbeckley.com. Retrieved August 24, 2020.
- ^ Blythe, Anna. "Josh Stein, the product of a bluer North Carolina, is on the front lines fighting Trump". The News & Observer. Retrieved January 22, 2019.
- ^ "Matt Stevens Stats". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved December 5, 2018.
- ^ "Ben Strong - 2007-08 - Men's Basketball". Guilford Quakers. Retrieved May 23, 2023.
- ^ "Dave Taylor Stats". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved December 5, 2018.
- ^ White, Timothy (2002). James Taylor: Long Ago and Far Away. Omnibus Press. p. 112. ISBN 0-7119-9193-6.