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| In 1918, Tucker High School graduated its first class, thus beginning a rich history of educational excellence. Located in Tucker, Georgia, a suburb of Atlanta, the school now serves over 1400 students. Throughout its long history, Tucker's faculty and students have carried on a tradition of excellence in both scholarship and athletics. |
| Tucker High School bases its philosophy on the firm conviction that every individual has worth and dignity. We believe that if students are to reach their potentials, they, their parents, the community, and the school must share this conviction. We seek to assist the students in becoming mature adults, prepared to continue their formal education and equip them to meet the challenges and problems created by a changing and complex society. |
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Tucker High School has seen many changes in its 90+ year history. It has grown from a three-room rural schoolhouse to an urban school with more than 35 ethnic groups represented in its student body. True to our philosophy, Tucker offers a challenging curriculum that addresses the needs of all its students through self-contained classes, visually impaired classes, regular education, and advanced placement. Throughout its history, Tucker has enjoyed excellent faculties and boasts that four Superintendents of Education throughout Georgia were members of Tucker's faculty at one time.
Among the various programs offered at Tucker are: |
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International Baccalaureate Diploma Program, which is a challenging two-year academic program for students in grade 11 and 12 |
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A+ Certification Program offered through the Technology Education department |
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Business Industry Certification |
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Advanced Placement (18 different courses offered) |
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Art department staffed by three art teachers |
| Over its long history Tucker High School has achieved excellence in many areas. Some of the many honors its faculty and students have garnered include: |
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DeKalb County & Region IV Star Student and Teacher |
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DeKalb Teacher of the Year |
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DeKalb Counselor of the Year |
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Georgia Gymnastics Coach of the Year |
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International Media Festival Winner |
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AAAA State Basketball Champions |
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AAAA State Football Champions |
| Tucker’s Habitat for Humanity Chapter has been recognized as one of the top high school chapters in the nation. The chapter has raised over $100,000 since 2002 and has partnered with other groups to build 4 homes in the metro area. Chapter members have also attended Collegiate Challenge Builds in Taos and Miami during spring break. |
| Tucker's students are consistently selected to attend the Governor's Honors program and to be National Merit Scholarship Finalists. The school’s music program has maintained superior ratings throughout the years. Over 90% of seniors attend postgraduate schools. |
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