Dorman High School
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| Paul M. Dorman High School | |
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1050 Cavalier Way,Roebuck, South Carolina | |
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| Type | Public high school |
| Established | 1964 |
| Principal | Jerry M. Wyatt (Main), Mark Smith (Freshman) |
| Enrollment | 2213 (Main), 821 (Freshman), 3034 (Total) |
| Color(s) | Navy, Columbia Blue and White |
| Mascot | Cavaliers |
Paul M. Dorman High School is a high school located in Roebuck, South Carolina. The school is part of Spartanburg County School District Six. It consists of a main campus for 10th-12th graders and a separate campus for 9th graders.
The campus is located at the intersection of Interstate 26 and Highway 221 in Spartanburg County.
Mission
To provide an exemplary student-centered education within an atmosphere that empowers the community of learners -- students, faculty and parents -- to achieve excellence in learning. As the community of learners provides an atmosphere that fosters mutual respect and promotes a high quality curriculum, students can achieve at their highest potential and become productive in society with a belief in learning as a life-long activity.
Vision
Dorman High School envisions an educated student, knowledgeable about yesterday yet prepared for tomorrow.
Motto
"Virtus in Artuis" ("Virtue in Hard Work")
Beliefs and values
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Excellence in learning
Dorman High School believes that:
- All students can learn and are a part of a community of learners - students, faculty and parents - who share the responsibility of education excellence.
- The effective use of instructional techniques and curricula will promote the independence and success of all students.
- Knowledge, skills and understanding are assessed through a variety of progressively challenging and authentic activities and products.
- The high expectations of the community of learners encourage a flexible curriculum which incorporates technology, fine arts, and physical fitness into a broad academic framework.
Student accountability and responsibility
Dorman High School believes that:
- All students should be empowered to achieve at their highest levels.
- All students can demonstrate respect for all members of the community of learners.
- All students can take responsibility for their learning.
School environment
Dorman High School believes that:
- Learning can best be accomplished in a safe, pleasant, and well-equipped environment.
- Their diversity provides opportunities to learn from the values and cultures of others.
- The community of learners is committed to a team approach.
- The community of learners values the challenge of change.
Notable alumni
- Ryan Sims - Defensive Tackle for NFL's Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Class of 1998)
- DJ Trahan - Professional Golfer - PGA Tour (Class of 1999)
- Gina Tolleson- Miss South Carolina/World 1990, Ex-Wife of "Growing Pains" Star, Alan Thicke
- Tracy Robinson- Ex-wife of "Who's the Boss" Star, Anthony (Tony) Ladanza (Danza)
- Lindsey Flacy - NYC Model (Class of 1999)
- Steven Tolleson- Minor League Baseball Player (Ft. Myers Miracle (Twins) (Class of 2002)
- The Marshall Tucker Band- "Heard It In A Love Song", "Can't You See"
- Harley (Hart) Turner- Tight End for NFL's Miami Dolphins (Class of 2000)
- David Daniels- countertenor
- Jerry "Mongo" Brownlee- Actor - Credits include: Me, Myself & Irene (2000)
- Terrell Byrd-Actor- Credits include: The Longest Yard (2005), Coach Carter (2005), & Radio (2003)
School song
Athletics and Extra Curricular Activities
Dorman has football, basketball, baseball, soccer, volleyball, golf, tennis, cross country, swimming, track and field, wrestling, marching band, softball, and cheerleading teams which all play under the mascot of the Fighting Cavaliers. Also, Dorman has a nationally recognized quizbowl team. Entering the 2007-2008 season, the team is ranked first nationally and as of March 3, 2008, the team has amassed a record of 143-3. Since winning its first national title in 1989 under the leadership of the now-retired English teacher James W. "Jim" Garrick, the Dorman High School Academic Team has won five national championships, four of which have been won under the tutelage of current coach and A.P. United States History teacher Eric Huff.
Capacity
- Stadium: 10,000
- Arena: 4,443