Huntington Beach High School
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Huntington Beach High School (HBHS) is a public high school in Huntington Beach, California
. Opened in 1906, it is part of the Huntington Beach Union High School District
. HBHS is a California Distinguished School
. Huntington Beach High School is also the home of the Academy for the Performing Arts.
in 1902 and served as a secondary school for Westminster, Garden Grove, Los Alamitos, Bolsa, New Hope, Fountain Valley, Chica, Ocean View and Springdale elementary
districts. However, after only one student showed up for class, the site was scrapped four days after its opening. After attempts to find a permanent location failed due to political opposition and controversy, the remaining districts of Ocean View, Springdale and Fountain Valley were joined by those of Huntington Beach and Newport Elementary.
In 1906, the "school on wheels," as it was often called because of its inability to secure a permanent location, finally settled in Huntington Beach and began operation as Huntington Beach Union High School. Classes were initially held in the basement of an auditorium operated by the local Methodist church. Having received a land grant from the Huntington Beach Company, the high school completed construction of its first permanent buildings at its current location in 1908. By 1910, there were seven teachers and three clubs; Huntington Beach had a population of 815 people. By this time the four graduates had become an average of 14 graduates a year. The first graduating class consisted of six students, but expanded rapidly in the next decade into the hundreds.
In 1921, the Huntington Beach Company increased mining in abundant oil fields around the city bringing a wave of prosperity to the area. In 1926, the school's architects, Allison & Allison
, a Santa Ana
firm, described the school's structure as a Lombard Romanesque Revival
. The iconic bell tower and auditorium were the first buildings constructed, and seven other buildings were built between 1926 and 1952.
In the 1970s, Huntington Beach High School began construction of new facilities for a variety of reasons, the most prevalent was the earthquake on February 9, 1971. Some older buildings were demolished and rebuilt because of damage.
Huntington Beach High School is known for its bell tower and auditorium. They were originally built in 1903 and were rebuilt in 1926.
American Indian/Alaskan Native 7.8%
Asian 9.0%
Pacific Islander 0.9%
Filipino 1.0%
Hispanic/Latino 15.2%
African American 1.1%
White 64.6%
Other/Declined to state 0.3%
(which consisted of Huntington Beach, El Toro, Foothill, Woodbridge, Northwood, and Trubuco Hills) from the Sunset League, but moved back to the Sunset League in 2009. The Sunset League now contains Huntington Beach, Edison, Newport Harbor, Fountain Valley, Marina, and Los Alamitos.
The first high school varsity surfing team in the United States was founded at Huntington Beach High School by Bruce "Snake" Gabrielson.
In 1989, the Huntington Beach Oilers football team went 8-2, losing only to Mater Dei and Ocean View, winning first place in the Sunset League. The Oilers, however, had to forfeit all of their games because of an ineligible player. The starting tackle had moved from Maryland, however his mother had not sold their home in Maryland before moving to Huntington Beach. Because of this, CIF
ruled that this was a case of dual residency, and he was ineligible. A school-wide walk-out ensued the following day, with students marching down Main St., up Yorktown Ave., and then settling on Sheue Field, the football field. Later that night, a candlelight vigil was held in front of the school. The Oilers appealed the CIF ruling in the court. Judge Thomas N Thrasher ruled in favor of Huntington Beach High School. As the team began to practice for the playoffs the next night, news broke that the judge's ruling had been overturned. Local televisions stations covered all the events.
Huntington Beach, California
Huntington Beach is a seaside city in Orange County in Southern California. According to the 2010 census, the city population was 189,992; making it the largest beach city in Orange County in terms of population...
. Opened in 1906, it is part of the Huntington Beach Union High School District
Huntington Beach Union High School District
The Huntington Beach Union High School District is a public school district serving portions of the Orange County cities of Huntington Beach, Fountain Valley, and Westminster. It oversees eleven sites, offering courses for students in grades 9-12. The union high school district also offers courses...
. HBHS is a California Distinguished School
California Distinguished School
A California Distinguished School is an award given by the California State Board of Education to public schools within the state that best represent exemplary and quality educational programs. Approximately five percent of California schools are awarded this honor each year following a selection...
. Huntington Beach High School is also the home of the Academy for the Performing Arts.
Beginnings: The School on Wheels
Huntington Beach High School's founding was one of uncertainty and political opposition. Originally known as Las Bolsas High School, the school opened in Los AlamitosLos Alamitos, California
Los Alamitos is a small city in Orange County, California. The city was incorporated in March 1960. The population was 11,449 at the 2010 census, down from 11,536 at the 2000 census...
in 1902 and served as a secondary school for Westminster, Garden Grove, Los Alamitos, Bolsa, New Hope, Fountain Valley, Chica, Ocean View and Springdale elementary
Primary education
A primary school is an institution in which children receive the first stage of compulsory education known as primary or elementary education. Primary school is the preferred term in the United Kingdom and many Commonwealth Nations, and in most publications of the United Nations Educational,...
districts. However, after only one student showed up for class, the site was scrapped four days after its opening. After attempts to find a permanent location failed due to political opposition and controversy, the remaining districts of Ocean View, Springdale and Fountain Valley were joined by those of Huntington Beach and Newport Elementary.
In 1906, the "school on wheels," as it was often called because of its inability to secure a permanent location, finally settled in Huntington Beach and began operation as Huntington Beach Union High School. Classes were initially held in the basement of an auditorium operated by the local Methodist church. Having received a land grant from the Huntington Beach Company, the high school completed construction of its first permanent buildings at its current location in 1908. By 1910, there were seven teachers and three clubs; Huntington Beach had a population of 815 people. By this time the four graduates had become an average of 14 graduates a year. The first graduating class consisted of six students, but expanded rapidly in the next decade into the hundreds.
In 1921, the Huntington Beach Company increased mining in abundant oil fields around the city bringing a wave of prosperity to the area. In 1926, the school's architects, Allison & Allison
Allison & Allison
Allison & Allison was the architectural firm of James Edward Allison and his brother David Clark Allison . Originally based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the Allisons moved to southern California in 1910 and at first specialized in public schools.Among the notable projects by this firm are:*...
, a Santa Ana
Santa Ana, California
Santa Ana is the county seat and second most populous city in Orange County, California, and with a population of 324,528 at the 2010 census, Santa Ana is the 57th-most populous city in the United States....
firm, described the school's structure as a Lombard Romanesque Revival
Romanesque architecture
Romanesque architecture is an architectural style of Medieval Europe characterised by semi-circular arches. There is no consensus for the beginning date of the Romanesque architecture, with proposals ranging from the 6th to the 10th century. It developed in the 12th century into the Gothic style,...
. The iconic bell tower and auditorium were the first buildings constructed, and seven other buildings were built between 1926 and 1952.
In the 1970s, Huntington Beach High School began construction of new facilities for a variety of reasons, the most prevalent was the earthquake on February 9, 1971. Some older buildings were demolished and rebuilt because of damage.
Campus
Demographics
The demographics of the student body are as follows:American Indian/Alaskan Native 7.8%
Asian 9.0%
Pacific Islander 0.9%
Filipino 1.0%
Hispanic/Latino 15.2%
African American 1.1%
White 64.6%
Other/Declined to state 0.3%
Academy for the Performing Arts
The school serves as the host campus for the District's magnet arts program, the Academy for the Performing Arts, an audition-only extracurricular school focused on dance, music, and theater. Originally formed under the name School of the Performing Arts (SPA), the program opened in 1993. It was renamed to Academy for the Performing Arts (APA) in 1997. The Academy has six separate departments: Dance, Music Media Entertainment and Technology (MMET), Orchestral Music, Musical Theater, Theater, and Technical Theater. APA puts on two musicals annually, along with a multitude of other various performances.Sports
The school competes in the Sunset League. In 2006 the school moved to the Sea View LeagueSea View League
The Sea View League is an athletics conference consisting of six high schools in Orange County, California, and is part of the California Interscholastic Federation's Southern Section....
(which consisted of Huntington Beach, El Toro, Foothill, Woodbridge, Northwood, and Trubuco Hills) from the Sunset League, but moved back to the Sunset League in 2009. The Sunset League now contains Huntington Beach, Edison, Newport Harbor, Fountain Valley, Marina, and Los Alamitos.
The first high school varsity surfing team in the United States was founded at Huntington Beach High School by Bruce "Snake" Gabrielson.
In 1989, the Huntington Beach Oilers football team went 8-2, losing only to Mater Dei and Ocean View, winning first place in the Sunset League. The Oilers, however, had to forfeit all of their games because of an ineligible player. The starting tackle had moved from Maryland, however his mother had not sold their home in Maryland before moving to Huntington Beach. Because of this, CIF
California Interscholastic Federation
The California Interscholastic Federation is the governing body for high school sports in the state of California. It mirrors similar governing bodies in other states; however, it differs from some of the others in that it covers most high schools in the state of California, both public and...
ruled that this was a case of dual residency, and he was ineligible. A school-wide walk-out ensued the following day, with students marching down Main St., up Yorktown Ave., and then settling on Sheue Field, the football field. Later that night, a candlelight vigil was held in front of the school. The Oilers appealed the CIF ruling in the court. Judge Thomas N Thrasher ruled in favor of Huntington Beach High School. As the team began to practice for the playoffs the next night, news broke that the judge's ruling had been overturned. Local televisions stations covered all the events.
Athletes
- Robert AugustRobert AugustRobert August is an American surfer and surfboard shaper. Raised in Huntington Beach, California, he attended Huntington Beach High School where he was ASB President his senior year. He is most famous as one of the subjects of Bruce Brown's 1966 surf documentary The Endless Summer, along with his...
, Pro Surfer and Film Maker - Collin BalesterCollin BalesterCollin Thomas Balester is an American professional baseball pitcher for the Washington Nationals of Major League Baseball ....
, Pitcher for MLB's Washington NationalsWashington NationalsThe Washington Nationals are a professional baseball team based in Washington, D.C. The Nationals are a member of the Eastern Division of the National League of Major League Baseball . The team moved into the newly built Nationals Park in 2008, after playing their first three seasons in RFK Stadium... - Corky CarrollCorky CarrollCorky Carroll was a professional American surfer and is considered a pioneer in the sport by becoming the first real professional surfer as well as being the first to receive endorsements.-Life and career:...
, Pro Surfer - Howie ClarkHowie ClarkHoward Roddy Clark is a Major League Baseball utility player who is currently a free-agent. Clark made his Major League Baseball debut with the Baltimore Orioles in and has played at the major league level in parts of six seasons with the Orioles, Blue Jays, and Minnesota Twins...
, Professional baseball player - Hank CongerHank CongerHyun Choi Conger a.k.a. Hank Conger is an American professional baseball catcher with the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim of Major League Baseball....
, Catcher for MLB's Los Angeles Angels of AnaheimLos Angeles Angels of AnaheimThe Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim are a professional baseball team based in Anaheim, California, United States. The Angels are a member of the Western Division of Major League Baseball's American League. The "Angels" name originates from the city in which the team started, Los Angeles... - Courtenay StewartCourtenay StewartCourtenay Stewart is a Canadian synchronized swimmer, who won the silver medal in the women's duet at the 2003 Pan American Games alongside partner Fanny Létourneau. Her best finish at the 2003 world championships in Barcelona, Spain was a fourth place finish in the free routine combination...
, 2004 Olympian and 11 time National Team Member Canadian Synchronized Swimming Team and 4 time Collegiate Champion Stanford UniversityStanford UniversityThe Leland Stanford Junior University, commonly referred to as Stanford University or Stanford, is a private research university on an campus located near Palo Alto, California. It is situated in the northwestern Santa Clara Valley on the San Francisco Peninsula, approximately northwest of San... - Jim DedrickJim DedrickJames Michael Dedrick is an American former Major League Baseball player. A pitcher, Dedrick played for the Baltimore Orioles in ....
, Pitcher for MLB's Baltimore OriolesBaltimore OriolesThe Baltimore Orioles are a professional baseball team based in Baltimore, Maryland in the United States. They are a member of the Eastern Division of Major League Baseball's American League. One of the American League's eight charter franchises in 1901, it spent its first year as a major league... - Tony Gonzalez, Professional football player (NFL)- Atlanta Falcons
- Sacha KljestanSacha KljestanSacha Kljestan is an American soccer player who currently plays for Anderlecht in the Belgian First Division.-Youth and College:...
, Midfielder for MLS's Chivas U.S.A. and R.S.C.Anderlecht. Also, 3 time national team player - Drew McAthyDrew McAthyDrew Alan McAthy is an American soccer striker, who last played for Portland Timbers of the USL First Division....
, professional soccer player - Tito OrtizTito OrtizJacob Christopher "Tito" Ortiz is a Mexican-American mixed martial artist and former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion, having held the title from April 14, 2000 to September 26, 2003. Along with fighters like Randy Couture and Chuck Liddell, he was one of the sport's early stars...
, Former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion - Brett SimpsonBrett SimpsonBrett Simpson is a surfer from Huntington Beach, California. He won the 2009 U.S. Open of Surfing contest, and repeated again in 2010 by successfully defending his title against South African surfer Jordy Smith. He is a graduate of Huntington Beach High School. Simpson was named the Orange...
, Pro Surfer, Hurley Company
Art and media
- Steve BreenSteve BreenStephen Paul Breen is a nationally syndicated cartoonist. He twice won the Pulitzer Prize, in 1998 and 2009....
, nationally syndicated cartoonist. - Beth BroderickBeth BroderickElizabeth Alice "Beth" Broderick is an American actress famous for her portrayal of the character Zelda Spellman in the television sitcom Sabrina, the Teenage Witch from 1996–2003 on ABC and then the Warner Bros. network.-Early life:Broderick was born in Falmouth, Kentucky and grew up in...
, actor - MADSTEEZ (Mark Paul Deren), artist
- Mary Beth EvansMary Beth EvansMary Beth Evans is an American actress. She was born in Pasadena, California.-Career:Evans is most famous for her role as Kayla Brady Johnson in the soap opera Days of our Lives from 1986 to 1992, 2006 to 2009, and 2010 to present. Her character became half of the supercouple Steve and Kayla...
, actor
Musicians
- Zachary Baker, Rhythm guitar for Avenged SevenfoldAvenged SevenfoldAvenged Sevenfold is an American heavy metal band from Huntington Beach, California. Formed in 1999, the group consists of vocalist M. Shadows, lead guitarist Synyster Gates, rhythm guitarist Zacky Vengeance, bassist Johnny Christ....
- Dallas CookDallas CookRyan Dallas Cook , better known to his fans as Dallas Cook, was one of two trombone players in third-wave ska band Suburban Legends.-Suburban Legends:...
, Former trombone player for Suburban LegendsSuburban LegendsSuburban Legends are a third wave ska/pop band that formed in Huntington Beach, California, in 1998, and are currently based out of Santa Ana, California.- History :... - Forrest KlineForrest KlineForrest Scott Kline is the lead singer, songwriter and guitarist of the power pop band Hellogoodbye. He is of German descent and spent most of his childhood in Huntington Beach, California and in Palm Desert, California, and attended Huntington Beach High School, along with bandmate Jesse Kurvink,...
, Lead vocals and guitar for HellogoodbyeHellogoodbyeHellogoodbye is a power pop band that was formed in Huntington Beach, California in 2001 by singer Forrest Kline. They were signed to Drive-Thru Records and released their first full-length album Zombies! Aliens! Vampires! Dinosaurs! in 2006, in addition to their previously released EP Hellogoodbye... - Jesse Kurvink, former keyboardist for Hellogoodbye
- Brian Robertson, Trombone player for Suburban Legends
- Matthew Sanders, Lead vocals for Avenged SevenfoldAvenged SevenfoldAvenged Sevenfold is an American heavy metal band from Huntington Beach, California. Formed in 1999, the group consists of vocalist M. Shadows, lead guitarist Synyster Gates, rhythm guitarist Zacky Vengeance, bassist Johnny Christ....
- Jimmy SullivanThe RevJames Owen Sullivan , more commonly known by his stage name The Reverend Tholomew Plague, often shortened to The Rev, was an American musician, best known as the drummer for the American heavy metal band Avenged Sevenfold...
, Drums for Avenged SevenfoldAvenged SevenfoldAvenged Sevenfold is an American heavy metal band from Huntington Beach, California. Formed in 1999, the group consists of vocalist M. Shadows, lead guitarist Synyster Gates, rhythm guitarist Zacky Vengeance, bassist Johnny Christ....
and formerly of Suburban Legends
Music groups
- Avenged SevenfoldAvenged SevenfoldAvenged Sevenfold is an American heavy metal band from Huntington Beach, California. Formed in 1999, the group consists of vocalist M. Shadows, lead guitarist Synyster Gates, rhythm guitarist Zacky Vengeance, bassist Johnny Christ....
- HellogoodbyeHellogoodbyeHellogoodbye is a power pop band that was formed in Huntington Beach, California in 2001 by singer Forrest Kline. They were signed to Drive-Thru Records and released their first full-length album Zombies! Aliens! Vampires! Dinosaurs! in 2006, in addition to their previously released EP Hellogoodbye...
- Over ItOver It (band)Over It is a rock band from Orange County, California. Originally from Alexandria, Virginia, the band formed in 1998 to play pop punk, and has since developed a more mainstream rock sound with punk roots. They were most recently signed to Virgin Records, but are currently unsigned.The band,...
- Suburban LegendsSuburban LegendsSuburban Legends are a third wave ska/pop band that formed in Huntington Beach, California, in 1998, and are currently based out of Santa Ana, California.- History :...