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Alan C. Pope High School
Crest of Pope High School
Address
Map
3001 Hembree Rd.

Marietta
,
Georgia,

United States
Information
TypePublic high school
Established1987
PrincipalDr. Charlotte Stowers
Faculty150 (approx.)
Grades9–12
Enrollment2,000 (approx.)
CampusSuburban
Color(s)Carolina blue, navy blue, and grey
MascotGreyhound
NewspaperThe Gayhound Tracks
YearbookThe Panache
Websitewww.popehigh.com

Alan C. Pope High School is a public high school located north of Atlanta in Marietta, Georgia. The school was founded in 1987 and serves approximately 2,000 students in the Cobb County area. The school mascot is the greyhound, and the school colors are Carolina blue, navy blue, and gray. Pope is home of the 2000 state AAAA Cross Country Champions, lead by coach Cathi Monk as well as the 2000 boys state swimming champions who are currently lead by coach Chad Hoover.

History

Alan C. Pope was an honor student and athlete in the Cobb County school system who later returned to nearby Walton High School as a coach and teacher himself. He was killed along with his wife and infant son in an automobile accident on November 30, 1975. Twelve years later, the school board named its newest high school in his honor. [1]

The school has seen much growth over the years, including the addition of baseball and softball fields, an additional student parking lot, a dedicated marching band practice field, a greenhouse, and several additions to the main school building itself. Pope students, organizations, and athletic teams have won many local, state, and national awards. In 2006, a group of students walked out during the school day to protest the firing of janitor Bruce Staton. Staton is now employed by the Gwinnett County School Board.

Joseph Bergin resigned after repeated complaints of sexual harassment from female students. Charlotte Stowers then replaced him and is principal to this day.

Faculty

Approximately 150 teachers are employed at Pope High School, with roughly 60% possessing a Master's degree or higher. There are about 16 students for every teacher at the school, a ratio which is slightly higher than the Georgia state average of 14.



Current Administration

  • Dr. Charlotte Stowers, Principal
  • Coach Andy Bristow, Ass't Principal
  • Mr. Clay Osbourne, Ass't Principal/Athletic Director
  • Ms. Loretta Clune, Asst Principal
  • Mr. Robert Shaw, Ass't Principal
  • Ms. Jean Mason, Admin Asst

Principals

  • Dr. Charlotte Stowers (2000–present)
  • Mr. Joseph Bergin (1999–2000)
  • Mr. David Shumake (1996–1999)*
  • Ms. Ronda Tighe (1993–1996)*
  • Mr. Kelly Henson (1987–1993)*

* - approximate dates

Extracurricular activities

Athletics

Athletic Director

  • Mr. Clay Osbourne


Pope's athletic teams are known as the Greyhounds (or Lady Greyhounds in the case of female teams). Their athletic rivals include Walton, Lassiter, and Kell high schools.

Coaches

  • Coach Katherine Bennett, Cheerleading
  • Coach Ashley Cochran, Cheerleading
  • Coach Cathi Monk, Cross Country
  • Coach Matt Fox, Boys Track
  • Coach Adam Stone, Girls Track
  • Coach Erin Grffin, Fastpitch
  • Coach Bob Swank, Football
  • Coach Pat Abney, Slowpitch
  • Coach Casey Swint, Boxing
  • Coach Bryan Jones, Volleyball
  • Coach Sean Glaze, Girls Basketball
  • Coach Chad Hoover, Swimming
  • Coach James Haskin, Wreslting
  • Coach Jeff Rowlnd, Baseball
  • Coach Tim Brew, Boys Lax
  • Coach Will Weber, Indiness
  • Coach Monica Erwin, Girls Lax
  • Coach Tab Griffin, Boys Golf
  • Coach Trish Newnan, Girls Golf
  • Coach Anglia Bruce, Gymnasticts
  • Coach Steve Riccard, Boys Soccer
  • Coach Jim Haskin, Girls Soccer
  • Coach Michael Tabb, Fashion
  • Coach Ben Mobley, Girls Tennis
  • Coach David Thomas, Boys Tennis
  • Coach Jennifer Therethway, Athletic Trainer


Music

The Pope Band consists of marching, symphonic, and chamber groups which perform regularly throughout the year. The marching band in particular has performed at various regional and national competitions, winning awards in several categories including 13th place at the Bands of America Grand National Championship in 2001. Their most recent trip was to the 65th annual Pearl Harbor parade in Hawaii. They are also doing the music for the first ever live production of the High School Musical at the historic Fox Theater in Atlanta GA. The Pope Band is headed by Mr. Gary Gribble. Gribble is known for his outstanding career, starting the band program and staying with it ever since.

Pope's Choral Department supports six distinct choirs, consisting of intermediate and advanced men's, women's, and mixed ensembles. They regularly sing in locations around Atlanta. In 2001, the Pope Chorus performed at Carnegie Hall.

The Pope Orchestra consists of intermediate and advanced ensembles led by Mr. Eric Gray. Members are encouraged to participate in local community ensembles and state-wide competitions.

Drama

The Pope Drama Department is divided into five distinct areas: Drama I, Drama II, Musical Theater, Play Production, and Drama Club.

In Drama I, students learn basic acting and technical skills. Drama II students learn advanced skills and techniques. In Spring semester of 2006, the class put on Chicago: A Musical Revue. Musical Theater class is for those who love to sing, act, and dance, all at the same time. This class is offered only in the Spring semester.

Play Production is the most advanced theatrical class offered at Pope High School. They've competed in One-Act Competitions, earning second place in the 2003 and 2004 competitions. The class puts on at least two productions throughout the year; the plays are known for their high energy and talented acting. Most recently, the Play Production class did Dracula: A Comedy, starring Chase McCallum in the title role.

Clubs and organizations

A comprehensive list of clubs and organizations [2] is too numerous to list here, but some of the more recognizable organizations include:

  • Academic Bowl Team
  • Arrive Alive, which promotes awareness of the risks of drunk driving
  • Beta Club, an honor society for juniors and seniors
  • Book Club, for students who want to enrich their literary experience
  • Drama Club, for students interested in drama and theatre production
  • Foreign Languages of Pope (FLOP) Combines all the various languages taught at the school into one 'super club'
  • Math Team and Mu Alpha Theta, which promote interest and participation in math-related games and activities
  • Future Business Leaders of America
  • Habitat for Humanity
  • Model UN
  • National Honor Society
  • Odyssey of the Mind The Pope Odyssey of the Mind Team has been to World finals every year since its inception in 2001. They have won 6 State Titles including a recent victory in the Ancient Egypt problem. [3]
  • Greyhound Rugby Football Club Won the 2006 Georgia High School Rugby State Championship, and came 5th in the 2006 South High School Championships website
  • Just Friends, for students who want to help with Special Education and Special Olympics

Feeder schools

All or some students from the following schools eventually find their way to Pope High School due to local district boundaries.

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