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| established = 1904
| established = 1904
| district = [[Whitehouse Independent School District]]
| district = [[Whitehouse Independent School District]]
| principal = William Ripley
| principal = Randal Speights
| grades = 9–12
| grades = 9–12
| athletics_conference = [[University Interscholastic League|UIL]] Class AAAAA (5A)
| athletics_conference = [[University Interscholastic League|UIL]] Class AAAAA (5A)
| mascot = Wildcats
| mascot = Wildcats
| yearbook = The Wildcat
| yearbook = The Wildcat
| enrollment = 1,513 (2022)<ref name=NCES>{{cite web|url=https://nces.ed.gov/ccd/schoolsearch/school_detail.asp?Search=1&Miles=10&Zip=75789&ID=484560005183|title=WHITEHOUSE H S|publisher=National Center for Education Statistics|accessdate=May 16, 2020}}</ref>
| teaching_staff = 102.53 (FTE)<ref name=NCES/>
| ratio = 14.94<ref name=NCES/>
| enrollment = 1,532 (2022-2023)<ref name=NCES>{{cite web|url=https://nces.ed.gov/ccd/schoolsearch/school_detail.asp?Search=1&Miles=10&Zip=75789&ID=484560005183|title=WHITEHOUSE H S|publisher=National Center for Education Statistics|accessdate=September 15, 2024}}</ref>
| colors = {{color box|maroon}} {{color box|white}} Maroon & White
| colors = {{color box|maroon}} {{color box|white}} Maroon & White
| website = [https://whs.whitehouseisd.org/ Whitehouse High School website]
| website = [https://whs.whitehouseisd.org/ Whitehouse High School website]
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[[Whitehouse High School]] is a [[Public High School|public high school]] in [[Whitehouse, Texas]], [[United States]]. It is classified as a 5A school by the [[University Interscholastic League|University Interscholastic League (UIL)]] and is part of the [[Whitehouse Independent School District]] in [[Smith County, Texas|Smith County]]. In 2018, the school was rated "[[Texas education agency accountability ratings system|Met Standard]]" by the [[Texas Education Agency]].
[[Whitehouse High School]] is a [[Public High School|public high school]] in [[Whitehouse, Texas]], [[United States]]. It is classified as a 5A school by the [[University Interscholastic League|University Interscholastic League (UIL)]] and is part of the [[Whitehouse Independent School District]] in [[Smith County, Texas|Smith County]]. In 2018, the school was rated "[[Texas education agency accountability ratings system|Met Standard]]" by the [[Texas Education Agency]].


== History ==
'''Whitehouse High School''' is a public high school located in Whitehouse, Texas, United States. Established in 1904, the school serves the educational needs of students in the Whitehouse Independent School District.
Whitehouse High School was built in 2000, the high school at the time became the Junior High.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Constantine |first=Sophia |date=2018-06-28 |title=Alumni saying goodbye to old Whitehouse ISD High School |url=https://www.kltv.com/story/38524963/alumni-saying-goodbye-to-old-whitehouse-isd-high-school |access-date=2024-08-08 |website=www.kltv.com |language=en}}</ref>

The school offers a comprehensive academic program designed to prepare students for success in higher education and the workforce. Alongside a rigorous curriculum, Whitehouse High School provides students with a range of extracurricular activities, including athletics, fine arts, and various clubs and organizations.

In recent years, Whitehouse High School has achieved notable success in both academics and extracurricular activities. The school has received recognition for its high graduation rates, advanced placement (AP) participation, and performance on standardized tests. Additionally, students have excelled in competitions and events at the regional, state, and even national levels in areas such as sports, debate, music, and robotics.

The school community at Whitehouse High School is known for its strong sense of pride and spirit. Students, faculty, staff, and alumni actively participate in supporting school events, fundraisers, and community service initiatives.

In terms of current affairs, Whitehouse High School continues to innovate and adapt to meet the evolving needs of its students. Recent initiatives may include the implementation of new educational technologies, expansion of career and technical education programs, and efforts to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the school community.

Overall, Whitehouse High School remains a cornerstone of education in the Whitehouse community, providing students with opportunities for academic excellence, personal growth, and success in their future endeavors.


==Athletics==
==Athletics==
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=== State titles ===
=== State titles ===
The Wildcat boy's basketball team won 1977-78 2A basketball state title.<ref>{{Cite web |last=League |first=University Interscholastic |title=1977-1978 2A Boys Basketball State Results — Basketball — University Interscholastic League (UIL) |url=https://www.uiltexas.org/basketball/state-bracket/1977-1978-2a-boys-basketball-state-results |access-date=2023-11-16 |website=www.uiltexas.org |language=en}}</ref>
The Wildcat boys' basketball team won 1977-78 2A basketball state title.<ref>{{Cite web |last=League |first=University Interscholastic |title=1977-1978 2A Boys Basketball State Results — Basketball — University Interscholastic League (UIL) |url=https://www.uiltexas.org/basketball/state-bracket/1977-1978-2a-boys-basketball-state-results |access-date=2023-11-16 |website=www.uiltexas.org |language=en}}</ref>


Tennis State Champions:
Tennis State Champions:
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*U.I.L Concert and Sighting Reading 26 years sweepstakes
*U.I.L Concert and Sighting Reading 26 years sweepstakes
**1989–present
**1989–present
*Disney Bands Best Band of the Summer session
**1990–present
*National Association of Military Marching Bands
** Best in Show
** Best Fanfare (Triumph)


==Notable alumni==
==Notable alumni==
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*[[Brittany Mahomes]], former professional soccer player and owner of the [[Kansas City Current]]
*[[Brittany Mahomes]], former professional soccer player and owner of the [[Kansas City Current]]
*[[Patrick Mahomes]], quarterback for the [[Kansas City Chiefs]]
*[[Patrick Mahomes]], quarterback for the [[Kansas City Chiefs]]
*[[Jermod McCoy]], college football cornerback<ref>[https://tylerpaper.com/graduation2023/whitehouse-shining-star-jermod-mccoy-going-places/article_8106a6cc-f534-11ed-a664-7328413c3fad.html Whitehouse shining star Jermod McCoy 'going places']</ref>
*[[Nathaniel Moran]], American politician
*[[Nathaniel Moran]], American politician
*[[Josh Tomlin]], pitcher for the [[Atlanta Braves]]
*[[Josh Tomlin]], pitcher for the [[Atlanta Braves]]

Latest revision as of 07:46, 27 November 2024

Not to be confused with White House High School or Whitehorse High School.
Whitehouse High School
Address
Map
901 East Main Street

Whitehouse
,
Texas
75791-3130

United States
Coordinates32°13′57″N 95°12′50″W / 32.23250°N 95.21389°W / 32.23250; -95.21389
Information
School typePublic high school
MottoStudents First
Established1904
School districtWhitehouse Independent School District
PrincipalRandal Speights
Teaching staff102.53 (FTE)[1]
Grades9–12
Enrollment1,532 (2022-2023)[1]
Student to teacher ratio14.94[1]
Color(s)    Maroon & White
Athletics conferenceUIL Class AAAAA (5A)
MascotWildcats
YearbookThe Wildcat
WebsiteWhitehouse High School website

Whitehouse High School is a public high school in Whitehouse, Texas, United States. It is classified as a 5A school by the University Interscholastic League (UIL) and is part of the Whitehouse Independent School District in Smith County. In 2018, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.

History

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Whitehouse High School was built in 2000, the high school at the time became the Junior High.[2]

Athletics

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The Whitehouse Wildcats compete in the following sports:

State titles

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The Wildcat boys' basketball team won 1977-78 2A basketball state title.[4]

Tennis State Champions: 1980 - Kelly Kniffen (3A Singles) 1982 - Dave & Chris Tibbetts (3A Doubles) 1983 - Chris Tibbetts & Mark Hagen (3A Doubles) 1984 - Dave Tibbetts (3A Singles) 1985 - Chris Tibbetts (3A Singles)[5]

Band

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The band's accomplishments include:[citation needed]

  • U.I.L. Marching Competition Winners 33 Consecutive Years[6]
    • 1989–present
  • U.I.L Concert and Sighting Reading 26 years sweepstakes
    • 1989–present

Notable alumni

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References

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  1. ^ a b c "WHITEHOUSE H S". National Center for Education Statistics. Retrieved September 15, 2024.
  2. ^ Constantine, Sophia (2018-06-28). "Alumni saying goodbye to old Whitehouse ISD High School". www.kltv.com. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
  3. ^ Caples, Alivia. "Powerlifting". Paw Prints Online. Retrieved 2023-12-12.
  4. ^ League, University Interscholastic. "1977-1978 2A Boys Basketball State Results — Basketball — University Interscholastic League (UIL)". www.uiltexas.org. Retrieved 2023-11-16.
  5. ^ League, University Interscholastic. "Tennis Historical Archives — University Interscholastic League (UIL)". www.uiltexas.org. Retrieved 2024-02-14.
  6. ^ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved 2023-10-17.
  7. ^ Whitehouse shining star Jermod McCoy 'going places'
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