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Lanier County High School is a public, four-year comprehensive high school located in Lakeland, Georgia.
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52 West Patten Avenue , 31635-6839 United States | |
| Coordinates | 31°02′16″N 83°04′37″W / 31.037650°N 83.076987°W[1] |
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| Type | Public high school |
| School district | Lanier County School District |
| Principal | Matthew Weaver |
| Teaching staff | 30.10 FTE[2] |
| Grades | 9-12 |
| Enrollment | 451 (2022-23)[2] |
| Student to teacher ratio | 14.98[2] |
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| Athletics conference | GHSA Class A Region 2 |
| Mascot | Bulldog |
| Team name | Lanier County Bulldogs |
| Telephone | (229) 482-3868 |
| Fax | (229) 482-3368 |
| Website | http://www.lanier.k12.ga.us/ |
History
editLanier County High School has a long history of providing education to the residents of Lakeland and the surrounding areas. It is committed to academic excellence and extracurricular achievement.
Academics
editThe school offers a variety of academic programs, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career and technical education, and special education services. It aims to prepare students for post-secondary education and the workforce.
Military Flagship Award
editThe Lanier County High School has been honored with the prestigious 2023-2024 Military Flagship Award, recognizing its outstanding commitment to supporting military-connected students and their families.[3] This award highlights the school's efforts to provide exceptional educational opportunities and a supportive environment for students from military families.
Extracurricular activities
editLanier County High School offers a range of extracurricular activities, including clubs, organizations, and athletic teams. These activities provide students with opportunities to develop leadership skills, engage in community service, and pursue personal interests.
Athletics
editThe school's athletic teams are known as the Bulldogs. Lanier County High School competes in the Georgia High School Association (GHSA).
Lanier County has won state championships in the following:
Bulldog Brigade
editLanier County High School's marching band has achieved significant success in various competitions. Notably, they have been recognized for their performances at events such as the Coastal Empire Classic and the South Georgia Marching Band Championships. Their consistent participation and accolades in these competitions underscore their dedication to high-quality marching band performances.
The John Philip Sousa Award, a prestigious national recognition for superior musicianship and leadership in high school band programs, has been awarded to outstanding students from Lanier County High School. This honor is recorded in the national registry of Sousa Award winners, reflecting the school's commitment to fostering exceptional musical talent and leadership among its students.
External links
editReferences
edit- ^ "Free US Geocoder". Archived from the original on 2011-05-11. Retrieved 2010-06-29.
- ^ a b c "Lanier County High School". National Center for Education Statistics. Retrieved July 26, 2024.
- ^ Gillespie, Whitney (24 April 2024). "Local schools recognized as Military Flagship Schools". Moody Air Force Base. Retrieved 1 August 2024.
- ^ WALB Sports Team (21 May 2024). "Lanier County wins programs first baseball state championship". WALB News 10. Retrieved 1 August 2024.
- ^ Wicker, Sydney (28 May 2023). "Lanier County softball wins first state championship in schools history". WALB News 10. Retrieved 1 August 2024.