Loganville High School (LHS) is located in Walton County, Georgia, United States. Loganville is 35 mile east of Atlanta and 38 mile west of Athens. The school is a part of the Walton County School District. Walton County has nine elementary, three middle, and three high schools, and a Performance Learning Center.

The school

Loganville High School is a public, four-year comprehensive high school for grades nine through twelve. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The present school facility was first occupied in the fall of 1998. In January 2002, a new wing was opened to house an additional 450 students. With an enrollment of approximately 2,000 students, LHS is a school in transition from rural to urban. In 2008 LHS was awarded bronze for the highest percentage of students meeting and exceeding standards.

Faculty

Loganville High School employs 137 teachers, four administrators, four counselors, and two media specialists. 22 staff members are certified to work with gifted children. The school also employs five secretaries, ten paraprofessionals, two school resource officers, one school nurse, and eight other support personnel. Five parent volunteers supplement the secretarial and administrative support positions on a regular basis. Many more volunteer their services on testing days and other special occasions. The principal is Matt McDonald. The assistant principals are John Lamb, Amanda McMillan, Niles Davis, and Carrin Meadows.

Grading scale

Curriculum

LHS uses a 4x4 block schedule that offers academic, technology/career, and elective credits. Currently, only four levels of Spanish are available. Work-based learning is offered through the Youth Apprenticeship Program. Areas of concentration include cosmetology, business, early childhood education, construction, horticulture, and health care. Walton Career Academy offers students a chance to take collegiate level courses during high school through the Walton County Public School System. Students can receive both high school and college credit.

Advanced Placement

Twelve AP courses are offered at LHS. Approximately 200 students take advantage of these course offerings. Courses are weighted by adding 10 points to the total class grade. These courses include:

Testing

Georgia High School Graduation Test (first-time takers in 11th grade): 2005-2006 2004-2005

Graduation requirements

Before graduation, students must accumulate a minimum of 28 units or credits.

Post-secondary plans

Class of 2006:

Sports

Clubs and organizations

Alma mater

Performed by the Loganville High School Marching Red Devils/Choir: Across the hills of dear old Walton Lives a noble clan Songs of Loganville wait for glory A grand and glorious band Alma Mater, thee we'll honor Ever loyal be Thee, we'll crown forever with glory Loganville, here's to thee.

Notable alumni