School type Public comprehensive Superintendent Kelvin Gragg Principal Terry Swilley Colors Black, Orange | Status Open NCES School ID 050517000239 Phone +1 870-538-1030 Mascot Ram | |
Address 525 E Speedway St, Dermott, AR 71638, USA Similar Mc Gehee High School, Mc Gehee School District, Drew Central High Sch, Lakeside High School, Monticello High School | ||
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Dermott High School is an accredited public high school located in the community of Dermott, Arkansas, United States. It is the only high school administered by the Dermott School District and is one of two public high schools based in Chicot County, Arkansas. The school has just over 200 students, in grades 7 through 12.
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- History
- Academics
- Extracurricular activities
- Athletics
- Student clubs
- Notable alumni
- References
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History
In summer 1885, Dermott established its first public white school, which was used in the winter as a black school. After its first year, various buildings were used until 1908 when the current school system was established including a new elementary school. The original 1908 brick building was used until 1976.
Academics
The typical course of study follows the Smart Core curriculum developed by the Arkansas Department of Education (ADE). Students complete regular (core and elective) and career focus courses and exams, with optional Advanced Placement (AP) coursework and exams. Graduating students who complete Smart Core requirements and maintain a 3.5 Grade Point Average (GPA) or above will be conferred as Honor Graduates.
Dermott is accredited by the ADE and has been accredited by AdvancED since 1954.
Extracurricular activities
The Dermott High School mascot and athletic emblem is the Ram with school colors of black and orange.
Athletics
For 2012–14, the Dermott Rams compete in interscholastic sporting activities within the 2A Classification from the 2A Region 7 West Conference administered by the Arkansas Activities Association. The Rams participate in boys and girls basketball and track and field.
Student clubs
Extra-curricular student clubs and organizations include Art Club, Band, Choir, Drama Club, FBLA, FCCLA, FFA, National Honor Society, Student Council, and Yearbook.