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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> |
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In 2024, Whitehouse High School became involved in a federal [[lawsuit]] filed by a parent, Miranda Wilt, alleging [[negligence]] and [[civil rights]] violations concerning her two [[Disability|disabled]] children. The lawsuit claims that the [[Whitehouse Independent School District|district]] and specific staff members failed to provide adequate [[supervision]] and care as required under the [[Individuals with Disabilities Education Act|Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)]], leading to [[Injury|injuries]] and [[Emotional distress|emotional harm]]. Additional allegations include instances of [[bullying]], improper restraint techniques, and retaliation against the parent for raising concerns about her children’s treatment. <ref>{{Cite web |last=Bridgeforth |first=Donovan |date=2024-10-09 |title=FEDERAL LAWSUIT: 100 Page Document Alleges Whitehouse ISD Negligence, Civil Rights Violations Involving Disabled Students |url=https://www.txan24.com/post/federal-lawsuit-1whitehouse-isd-alleged-negligence-and-civil-rights-violations-involving-disabled-st |access-date=2024-10-10 |website=TXAN 24 News |language=en}}</ref> |
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| Whitehouse High School | |
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| Address | |
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901 East Main Street , 75791-3130 | |
| Coordinates | 32°13′57″N 95°12′50″W / 32.23250°N 95.21389°W |
| Information | |
| School type | Public high school |
| Motto | Students First |
| Established | 1904 |
| School district | Whitehouse Independent School District |
| Principal | William Ripley |
| Teaching staff | 102.53 (FTE)[1] |
| Grades | 9–12 |
| Enrollment | 1,532 (2022-2023)[1] |
| Student to teacher ratio | 14.94[1] |
| Color(s) | Maroon & White |
| Athletics conference | UIL Class AAAAA (5A) |
| Mascot | Wildcats |
| Yearbook | The Wildcat |
| Website | Whitehouse 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
Whitehouse High School was built in 2000, the high school at the time became the Junior High.[2]
In 2024, Whitehouse High School became involved in a federal lawsuit filed by a parent, Miranda Wilt, alleging negligence and civil rights violations concerning her two disabled children. The lawsuit claims that the district and specific staff members failed to provide adequate supervision and care as required under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), leading to injuries and emotional harm. Additional allegations include instances of bullying, improper restraint techniques, and retaliation against the parent for raising concerns about her children’s treatment. [3]
Athletics
The Whitehouse Wildcats compete in the following sports:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross country
- Drill Team
- Football
- Cheerleaders
- Golf
- Swimming
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and field
- Powerlifting[4]
- Wrestling
- Volleyball
State titles
The Wildcat boys' basketball team won 1977-78 2A basketball state title.[5]
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)[6]
Band
The band's accomplishments include:[citation needed]
- U.I.L. Marching Competition Winners 33 Consecutive Years[7]
- 1989–present
- U.I.L Concert and Sighting Reading 26 years sweepstakes
- 1989–present
Notable alumni
- Nate Brooks, NFL cornerback
- Dylan Cantrell, tight end for the Washington Commanders
- Jacob Holmen, former professional basketball player
- Brittany Mahomes, former professional soccer player and owner of the Kansas City Current
- Patrick Mahomes, quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs
- Jermod McCoy, college football cornerback[8]
- Nathaniel Moran, American politician
- Josh Tomlin, pitcher for the Atlanta Braves
References
- ^ a b c "WHITEHOUSE H S". National Center for Education Statistics. Retrieved September 15, 2024.
- ^ Constantine, Sophia (2018-06-28). "Alumni saying goodbye to old Whitehouse ISD High School". www.kltv.com. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
- ^ Bridgeforth, Donovan (2024-10-09). "FEDERAL LAWSUIT: 100 Page Document Alleges Whitehouse ISD Negligence, Civil Rights Violations Involving Disabled Students". TXAN 24 News. Retrieved 2024-10-10.
- ^ Caples, Alivia. "Powerlifting". Paw Prints Online. Retrieved 2023-12-12.
- ^ League, University Interscholastic. "1977-1978 2A Boys Basketball State Results — Basketball — University Interscholastic League (UIL)". www.uiltexas.org. Retrieved 2023-11-16.
- ^ League, University Interscholastic. "Tennis Historical Archives — University Interscholastic League (UIL)". www.uiltexas.org. Retrieved 2024-02-14.
- ^ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved 2023-10-17.
- ^ Whitehouse shining star Jermod McCoy 'going places'
External links
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