Southeast High School (Oklahoma City, Oklahoma)
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Southeast High School is a high school in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
that opened in 1950. The school closed in 1990, but was reopened and remodeled in 1994 as a magnet school with an emphasis on four technology programs offered at the school. Being a magnet school, students must fill out an application and be admitted to the school, regardless of which schools' district they reside.
When the school reopened in 1994, the school was still undergoing renovations. Shortly after classes started, a decision was made to choose an alternate site for students until the construction was complete. The students enrolled at Southeast spent their first semester at the school in makeshift classrooms at the Federal Aviation Administration in OKC.
Southeast offers many AP classes, nearly 90% of every class passes the AP exam with an 3 or higher.
Concurrent is offered by Oklahoma City Community College.
Is the school for me
I know no other place I'd rather be.
It has the styles and smiles of friendliness
No matter where you go you'll never forget the time that you
Were proud to be within its sights
And just to wear its colors
Blue and White
Blue and White
And just to be a part-it's sure a treat--so hard to beat
Ole Southeast High!
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Oklahoma City is the capital and the largest city in the state of Oklahoma. The county seat of Oklahoma County, the city ranks 31st among United States cities in population. The city's population, from the 2010 census, was 579,999, with a metro-area population of 1,252,987 . In 2010, the Oklahoma...
that opened in 1950. The school closed in 1990, but was reopened and remodeled in 1994 as a magnet school with an emphasis on four technology programs offered at the school. Being a magnet school, students must fill out an application and be admitted to the school, regardless of which schools' district they reside.
When the school reopened in 1994, the school was still undergoing renovations. Shortly after classes started, a decision was made to choose an alternate site for students until the construction was complete. The students enrolled at Southeast spent their first semester at the school in makeshift classrooms at the Federal Aviation Administration in OKC.
Programs and academics
Among the many successful programs at the school is the Air Force JROTC program, one of the best in the southern states. The school has been ranked as one of the top 100 high schools in the nation. It has very high test scores, compared to other OKC public schools. Southeast High is also known for its advanced technology program.- AP Courses
Southeast offers many AP classes, nearly 90% of every class passes the AP exam with an 3 or higher.
Concurrent is offered by Oklahoma City Community College.
Sports
The mascot for the school is the Spartans and the colors for the school are blue and white. The Spartans' hated rivals are the US Grant Generals. A common quote among Spartan faithful is as follows, "Better Dead Than a General in Red." A battle cannon located on the campus of US Grant High School is often the victim of Spartan Spirit. During the week of the annual Southeast-Grant Football Game, Grant students often find their cannon painted blue and white. Another Spartan rivalry exists with the Capitol Hill Redskins, the third OKC Public school located on the south side. The Spartans still dominate both rivalries to this day. In 2004, led by Coach Walter Brewer, the men's basketball team won the 5A Basketball State Championship. In 2005, the Spartans repeated as champions in Class 5A. In 2008, with a record of 18-8, the men's basketball team tried to repeat as state champions in Class 4A, but lost to the Bishop McGuiness Fighting Irish 80-63.Administration
- Principal: Pat Borelli
- Asst. Principal: David Clark
- Asst. Principal: Betty Minton
Spartan Fight Song
Ole Southeast High SchoolIs the school for me
I know no other place I'd rather be.
It has the styles and smiles of friendliness
No matter where you go you'll never forget the time that you
Were proud to be within its sights
And just to wear its colors
Blue and White
Blue and White
And just to be a part-it's sure a treat--so hard to beat
Ole Southeast High!
Notable alumni
- Gerald McCoyGerald McCoyMcCoy was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with the 3rd overall pick of the 2010 NFL Draft. McCoy and the Buccaneers agreed to a five-year, $63 million contract on July 31, 2010.-Tampa Bay Buccaneers:...
, former football player for the University of Oklahoma, currently an American Football defensive tackle for the Tampa Bay BuccaneersTampa Bay BuccaneersThe Tampa Bay Buccaneers are a professional American football franchise based in Tampa, Florida, U.S. They are currently members of the Southern Division of the National Football Conference in the National Football League – they are the only team in the division not to come from the old NFC West... - Darrell PorterDarrell PorterDarrell Ray Porter was a former American professional baseball catcher. He played in Major League Baseball for the Milwaukee Brewers, Kansas City Royals, St. Louis Cardinals and the Texas Rangers. He was known for his excellent defensive skills and power hitting...
, former major league baseball player for the Milwaukee BrewersMilwaukee BrewersThe Milwaukee Brewers are a professional baseball team based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, currently playing in the Central Division of Major League Baseball's National League...
, Kansas City RoyalsKansas City RoyalsThe Kansas City Royals are a Major League Baseball team based in Kansas City, Missouri. The Royals are a member of the Central Division of Major League Baseball's American League. From 1973 to the present, the Royals have played in Kauffman Stadium...
, St. Louis CardinalsSt. Louis CardinalsThe St. Louis Cardinals are a professional baseball team based in St. Louis, Missouri. They are members of the Central Division in the National League of Major League Baseball. The Cardinals have won eleven World Series championships, the most of any National League team, and second overall only to...
, and Texas RangersTexas Rangers (baseball)The Texas Rangers are a professional baseball team in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, based in Arlington, Texas. The Rangers are a member of the Western Division of Major League Baseball's American League, and are the reigning A.L. Western Division and A.L. Champions. Since , the Rangers have...
. Drafted in the 1st round in 1970 by the Brewers as a catcher. Three-time American League All-Star Catcher, 1982 NLCS MVP, 1982 World Series MVP.
External links
- Southeast's home page
- Southeast's Official Sports Page
- In The News: Southeast on Lockdown