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Neosho High School is going all-in to help students succeed, offering after-school exam bootcamps and hosting a massive ACT prep session for 300 juniors. Teachers are dedicating extra hours to make sure every student has the support they need to tackle upcoming tests with confidence.
Marist High School runner Tori Sherman shattered her school's 1,500-meter record by four full seconds at a major Oregon track meet. The rising star clocked 4:41.86, marking a breakthrough moment in her athletic journey.
Coconut Creek High School more than doubled its college readiness rate in just four years, climbing from 34% to 77%. The turnaround shows how focused leadership can transform academic outcomes for an entire community.
George Washington High School just earned a prestigious national honor for putting exceptional teaching at the heart of student success. The recognition comes with $5,000 to invest back into helping teachers and students thrive.
A Tallahassee cheerleading team just claimed the top prize at the country's most prestigious high school championship. The Chiles High School Timberwolves dominated their division with a nearly ten-point lead.
Handley High School celebrated nearly 100 students at its annual Academic Excellence Awards Night, recognizing their outstanding classroom achievements. The May 4 ceremony featured inspiration from a 1956 graduate who played on Auburn's national championship football team.
Five teens overcoming substance use disorder walked the stage at Hope Academy's graduation, marking years of perseverance and second chances. Indiana's only recovery high school just celebrated its 20th class of graduates heading to college and careers.
A high school athlete just broke a track record that stood for over three decades. Thor Springman's incredible performance is earning him recognition as athlete of the month.
Utah high school athletes are proving that hard work, dedication, and teamwork create champions both on and off the field. From swimming to wrestling to basketball, these six student athletes are leading their teams to victory while inspiring their communities.
Minnesota just achieved its highest high school graduation rate ever at 84.9%, with especially strong gains among American Indian students. The milestone reflects years of investment in student support, from universal school meals to expanded mental health resources.
A growing Australian community that waited two decades for a high school just got the green light for construction. The new Gracemere High School will welcome its first students in 2028.
A New Jersey high school just proved that academic excellence and accessibility can go hand in hand. Hoboken High School earned a national Bronze distinction for expanding college-level opportunities while helping students succeed.
Two California high school seniors just proved that personal bests are made to be beaten. At recent track meets, they shattered their own school records in incredible displays of determination.
Every public school in Utah now has high-speed internet after a remote Navajo Nation high school received fiber connectivity. The 200-mile network ends a decade-long digital divide for students who couldn't research colleges or stream lessons without freezing screens.
After losing in last year's semifinals, a determined high school bowling team from Middlesex, New Jersey practiced all summer and winter to claim their school's first state championship. Their hard work paid off when they defeated top-seeded Kinnelon in a thrilling Group 1 final.
Thomas County Central High School just proved that small town schools can compete with anyone, earning statewide recognition for excellence in both STEM and humanities advanced courses. With 30 AP classes and stellar test scores, this Thomasville school is rewriting what's possible for rural education.
A Virginia high school just earned national recognition for erasing achievement gaps with stunning math score improvements, including a 46-point jump for unhoused students. Their secret? Peer mentoring, targeted support, and teachers who refuse to give up on any student.
After transferring to Innovation High School, Nazo Campbell discovered supportive teachers and true friends who helped him stay on track. Now he's graduating with a plan to become a barber and help others feel confident.
The Ganado High School Class of 2026 crossed the graduation stage Friday, celebrated by tribal leaders, families, and educators who honored their resilience and cultural pride. The ceremony emphasized how these young leaders will carry their education and Navajo values forward to strengthen future generations.
A San Antonio high school JROTC team just made history by winning both armed and unarmed divisions at nationals, beating 80 teams. It's their second year dominating the competition after the unarmed team worked relentlessly to match their armed teammates' success.
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