Vilonia High School
| Vilonia High School | |
|---|---|
| Address | |
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1164 Main Street , 72173 United States | |
| Coordinates | 35°5′6″N 92°11′38″W / 35.08500°N 92.19389°W |
| Information | |
| Status | Open |
| School district | Vilonia School District |
| NCES District ID | 0513530[3] |
| Authority | Arkansas Department of Education (ADE) |
| NCES School ID | 051353001110[2] |
| Grades | 10-12 |
| Enrollment | 653 (2009-10[2]) |
| Student to teacher ratio | 13.06[2] |
| Education system | ADE Smart Core curriculum |
| Color(s) | Red White |
| Athletics conference | 5A West (2012-14) |
| Mascot | Eagle |
| Team name | Vilonia Eagles[1] |
| Yearbook | The Eagle |
| Feeder schools | Vilonia Junior High School |
| Affiliation | Arkansas Activities Association[1] |
| Website | www |
Vilonia High School is a comprehensive public high school serving students in grades nine through twelve in Vilonia, Arkansas, United States. It is one of six high schools in Faulkner County and the sole high school administered by the Vilonia School District.
History
Due to the April 25–28, 2011 tornado outbreak that hit Vilonia, the city received grant money to construct a $1.3 million safe room at the high school to serve the community.[4][5]
Curriculum
Vilonia High School has been accredited by AdvancED (formerly North Central Association) since 1987.[6] The assumed course of study follows the Smart Core curriculum developed the Arkansas Department of Education (ADE), which requires students to complete 22 credit units before graduation. Students engage in regular and Advanced Placement (AP) coursework and exams.[7]
Extracurricular activities
The Vilonia High School mascot is the Eagle with school colors of red and white. The Vilonia Eagles participate in various interscholastic activities in the 5A West Conference administered by the Arkansas Activities Association. The school athletic activities include baseball, basketball (boys/girls), bowling, competitive cheer, cross country (boys/girls), football, golf (boys/girls), softball, swimming and diving (girls), tennis (boys/girls), volleyball, and wrestling.[1] Football games and graduation ceremonies are held at the Phillip D. Weaver Memorial Stadium, which is named in honor of the 1985 graduate who died November 17, 1985 in an automobile accident.[8]
Between 1982 and 1992, the boys cross country team took home four state championship trophies. In fast-pitch softball, the girls won state titles in 1996 and 2007. In 2005 and 2006, the boys bowling team won the state championship. In 2010 and 2011, the girls equaled the boys team by winning back-to-back state bowling championships.[9]
Beyond athletic activities, students participate in a full range of clubs and organizations including Chess Club, Choir, Student Council, National Beta Club, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Future Farmers of America (FFA), Mu Alpha Theta (math honor society), Student Reporters, Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA), and Band.
Notable alumni
- Jimmie Lou Fisher - Arkansas State Treasurer (1981-2003)
External links
References
- ^ a b c "School Profile, Vilonia High School". Arkansas Activities Association. Retrieved Aug 28, 2012.
- ^ a b c "Search for Public Schools - Vilonia High School (051353001110)". National Center for Education Statistics. Institute of Education Sciences. Retrieved Aug 29, 2012.
- ^ "Search for Public School Districts – District Detail for Vilonia School District". National Center for Education Statistics. Institute of Education Sciences. Retrieved Aug 29, 2012.
- ^ http://www.bannernews.net/blog/?paged=51
- ^ Davis, J (13 July 2011). "Vilonia receives $1M to build safe room for community". Retrieved 28 April 2014.
- ^ "School Profile, Vilonia High School". AdvancED. Retrieved Aug 29, 2012.
- ^ "Best High Schools". U.S. News & World Report. Retrieved Aug 28, 2012.
- ^ "Yesterdays (1/14/11)". Log Cabin Democrat. January 13, 2011. Retrieved September 8, 2013.
- ^ "2012-13 Record Book" (PDF). Arkansas Activities Association. Retrieved August 30, 2012.