Santa Fe High School (Florida)
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| Santa Fe High School | |
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16213 Northwest US Highway 441 , 32615 | |
| Coordinates | 29°48′27″N 82°31′26″W / 29.80750°N 82.52389°W |
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| School district | Alachua County Public Schools |
| Principal | Beth LeClear |
| Teaching staff | 45 (FTE) |
| Grades | 9–12 |
| Enrollment | 1069 (2013-2013) |
| Student to teacher ratio | 23.76 |
| Nickname | Raiders |
| Website | School website |
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Santa Fe High School is a high school serving grades 9–12 in the Alachua-High Springs area in northwestern Alachua County, Florida. It is part of the Alachua County Public Schools. The school mascot was originally the Rebels, but was later changed to the Raiders in 1970 when integration was implemented. The school colors are red and gray. Beth Leclear is the principal. Santa Fe also offers 15 Advanced Placement Courses leading to college credit. There is a unique program in the Academy of Agriscience. By completing a 4 year program in veterinary assisting, professional certification through the Florida Veterinary Medical Association may be earned.
Athletics
The Santa Fe varsity football team won the Florida High School Athletic Association's Class 3A State Championship in 1991 and again in 1994. In 1975, the baseball won the Class B State Championship. Boys weightlifting and Boys track have also won State Championships.
Student activities
The "Raider Regiment" marching band has won 8 state championships; 5 consecutively from 1999 to 2003, then again in 2005, 2009 and 2010. [2]
Agriculture program
Santa Fe High School has a unique agriculture program that attracts many students across North Florida. Professional certification as an Agriscience Technician and/or Veterinary Assistant (FVMA) may be earned by completing course work and passing the certification exam(s).
Biotechnology program
Santa Fe High School has also started a biotechnology Program, the first of its kind in Florida and a role model for schools wishing to start their own Biotechnology program. Focused on DNA and protein, as well as biotechnology careers, it features a wide range of unique technology.
Notable alumni
- Craig Fugate, Director of Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA)
- Chicago Bears running back Adrian N. Peterson
- Atlanta Falcons middle linebacker Mike Peterson
- Linval Joseph, defensive tackle second-round draft pick in the 2010 NFL draft, graduated in 2007
- Lenny DiNardo, 1998 graduate, was a member of the 2005 World Series Champion Boston Red Sox.
- Gina Crews, a graduate in 1991, starred in Survivor Marquesas 2002
- Tracy Ham (SFHS '82), retired Canadian Football League, inducted to NCAA Football Hall of fame in 2007.[3]
- Shea Showers, American football player
References
- ^ "Search for Public Schools - School Detail for Santa Fe High School". ed.gov. Retrieved 7 May 2015.
- ^ Van Hoose, Kara. "Santa Fe High School Marching Band wins first at state championships". www.wuft.org. WUFT NEWS.
- ^ Craig Pittman and Wes Allison (4 March 2009). "Obama nominates Florida's seasoned emergency director Craig Fugate to head FEMA". Tampa Bay Times. Retrieved 23 September 2013.