Harrison Central High School (Mississippi)
| Harrison Central High School | |
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| Gulfport, MS, United States |
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| Type | Public |
| Established | 1957 |
| School district | Harrison County School District |
| Principal | Averie Bush |
| Grades | 9-12 |
| Enrollment | 1,622 |
| Color(s) | Red and White |
| Mascot | Red Rebel |
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools |
| Newspaper | ”The Breeze” |
| Yearbook | ”The Rebel” |
| Website | Official website |
Harrison Central High School is a 6A public high school located in Lyman, Mississippi, (USA). It currently has a student body of 1,622 students and 144 faculty.
In 1957, Harrison County consolidated several community-based high schools to create Harrison Central High School on the present-day Lyman Elementary Campus of Harrison County School District. As the community grew, a new Harrison Central High School was constructed in 1967. Currently, the new campus houses grades 9-12. To help with overcrowding at this campus, the school district recently built West Harrison High School in western Harrison County, MS.
The school spirit squad has won over Sixteen State Cheerleading titles through MHSAA (Mississippi High School Activities Association), They have been ranked Fifth, Seventh, and Eighth place for several of years at the UCA National High School Cheerleading Championship. The squad won its first national title after competing against schools from many states at the Mardi Gras National Cheerleading Championship in 2001. Most recently placing third place in the world competition.
The Student Council is composed of four separate class councils and one “overall” council. The student council consists of representatives of each class in school. Each council, including the overall council, has its own set of officers, representatives, and helpers. The council, with their sponsors, help promote the general welfare of the school. The principal works closely with the president in the area of the student government and affairs. The student council’s main duties are to plan and produce many school functions including the prom and homecoming dances. The student council is also responsible for designing class “apparel”, such as t-shirts and jackets.
The National Honor Society is an organization that recognizes the achievement and intellect of juniors and seniors at Harrison Central High School who not only excel in their classes, but also demonstrate the characteristics of scholarship, character, leadership, and service.. Membership is by invitation only. Every year the National Honor Society (NHS) participates in many service projects such as the Mississippi Coastal Cleanup, Salvation Army Blood Drive, and an “Unsung Heroes” luncheon for the uncertified staff of HCHS. Each student is required to complete 20 hours of community service, not including chapter service projects, in order to remain a member of the society. Seniors are rewarded at graduation with their light blue stole that stands out among all other items. Members also receive the NHS emblem on their diploma.
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