Welcome to Loris High School
CONGRATULATIONS to COACH LONGERBEAM on his selection as
COACH of the YEAR for REGION 8AA
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT
Due to a planned move of the technology department and all of its equipment, all HCS servers, networks, websites, and systems will be shut down at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, November 20, with a planned completion for all systems to be restored at the new location by Monday, November 23, 2009 at 6:00 a.m. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
AJROTC celebrates impressive Formal Inspection
Loris High School AJROTC engaged in a formal inspection of the troops today.
They received the highest score of any school in South Carolina. To see more
photos, visit the AJROTC web page.
Loris High School Fine Arts Department
presents the Wizard of OZ
On the 70th anniversary of the original show, the students, under the direction of
Ms. Heather Hammond, are doing a superb presentation of the Wizard of Oz.
Show dates and times can be found on the school calendar or by calling the school
during regular school hours. More photos can be viewed on the department
web page. The show has been featured on the WBTW web site.
Students Celebrate Academic Success
Over 300 students, more than 1/3 of the LHS student body, took part in a
Renaissance Program celebration today. Students qualified for the program on 3
levels. Students either had all A's, all A's and B's, or all A's, B's, and C's. All levels
required that a student have no more than one discipline referral.
The group was treated to refreshments, games, and T-shirts to celebrate their
accomplishments. After the event, Principal Gurley challenged the entire student body
to make the second quarter celebration BIGGER and BETTER. See more photos
under the Student tab.
Local Pastors visit LHS for Community Day
Local pastors visited Loris High School on Thursday, November 12th for
Community Day. The focus of the meeting was the role that pastors do and can
play in the education of our youth. After the meeting, the pastors were treated to
a luncheon served by the Administrative Staff.
To see more photos, visit the Community Day page.
Birthday Cards with a Personal Touch
Ms. Shelley's 9th and 10th grade English classes have taken on a very big project
for the 2009-2010 school term. They design, print, and deliver personal brithday cards
to the students at LHS. First, Ms. Shelley identifies the students who are having
a birthday. Using the computer, the students design the cards and then print the
cards on special paper using a color printer. In the morning, the cards go to Mr. Gurley,
LHS principal, who personally signs each card. The students then fold the cards
and address the envelopes. With a list from Ms. Shelley and the guidance of
Ms. Frankie Holland, the students personally deliver the birthday cards.
Educator of Distinction
Danny McPherson was selected as the Educator of Distinction
in the October issue of Coastal Business Life. Read what Dr. McPherson
has to say about his life in education.
Blue Pride inaugurates Community Day at LHS
Members of Blue Pride visited Loris High School on Thursday, October 1st
to kick off a new program initiative. They were introduced to members
of the numerous atheltic teams, to the 2009 Teacher of the Year,
HCSD Athletic Director, and insight into the programs offered at LHS.
They were also treated to a luncheon served by the Administrative Staff.
To see more photos, visit the Community Day page.
LORIS HIGH SCHOOL 2009 TEACHER OF THE YEAR
Ms. Mia State |
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My name is Mia State and I am the
Loris High School teacher of the year.
This is my second year at Loris High
and my fourth year teaching Physical
Science. I have a B.S in Biology from
Francis Marion University and an M.Ed
in Secondary Education from Grand
Canyon University. I am a firm believer
that all children can learn and that it is
the duty of the teacher to ensure that
children are being provided with the |
| best education possible. My favorite quote is from the Reverend Martin Luther King Jr. It states " The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character - that is the goal of true education." |
Virtual School at LHS
Students at Loris High School are riding on the technology highway.
Currently 41 LHS students are taking advantages of our virtual
school course offerings. They are enrolled in a wide variety
of courses: Spanish, French, Japanese, web design,
environmental science, SAT prep, AP United States History,
calculus, and probability and statistics. Virtual school
offers alternative opportunities for students who wish
to take courses not available on our campus or whose options
are limited because of schedule conflicts.
Ms. Brenda Leonard is the online facilitator.
Principal Gurley welcomes
Superintendent Dr. Cindy Elsberry
to the Loris Cluster meeting
Dr. Cindy Elsberry visited Loris High School on Tuesday morning and welcomed faculty and staff members from the Loris cluster. Dr. Elsberry's presentation about her adventurous retreat which involved risk taking and teamwork was inspiring and thought provoking as we begin the 2009-2010 school term.
Loris High School is among five award-winning schools featured in Palmetto Gold/ Silver Showcase
Horry County Schools announces that five of its schools are among 103 award-winning Palmetto Gold and Palmetto Silver schools sharing their success stories with others through the South Carolina Department of Education’s Palmetto Gold and Silver Awards Showcase. Read More
WELCOME
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The faculty and staff would like to welcome Mr. Dirk Gurley to the Loris High School family. Mr. Gurley will be coming from Thomasville High School in North Carolina where he served as its principal for 6 years. Mr. Gurley will began his duties as Principal of LHS on July 1st.
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CELEBRATIONS
Mr. Trevor Strawderman, Ms. Wanda Todd, Ms. Roxanne Wright, Mr. Ron Ward, and Mr. Danny McPherson
recently traveled to San Diego to accept the MetLife Award for Breakthrough schools. Loris High School has been recognized as one of five high schools in the United States to receive an award for its success in educating a student body comprised from a high poverty rate.
STUDENT KUDOS
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STUDENTS selected to ALL-COUNTY CHORUS
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Hailey Stevens
Lauren Graham
Kaitllyn Wilson
Courtney Russell
Lara Maraqa
Emily Scott
Erin Hardee
Hannah Edwards
Alex Rogers
Derek McCormick
Ryan Todd
Caleb Stalvey
Brandon Causey
Hammed Sirleaf
Zack Soles |
TJ Graham
Robert Urick
Kyle Lewis
Shanquel Canty
Xavier Bromell
Francis Chock
Brooke Coleman
Mandy Bruton
Mary Catherine Causey
Alston James
Hannah Hardee
Courtney Clark
Janetta Jordan
Adrienne Boyd
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Congratulations to freshman Hannah Edwards!
Hannah Edwards, a 9th grade JV LHS cheerleader, was selected as a UCA- All American Cheerleader along with other JV and Varsity cheerleaders from LHS in August of 2009. Only 10% of each camp is selected as an All- American. This is truly an honor!
Hannah will be representing Loris High School as a UCA –All American Cheerleader at the Walt Disney World Thanksgiving Parade on Thanksgiving Day at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom Park November 26, 2009 where she will be performing a cheerleading routine with other selected UCA - All American Cheerleaders at the opening of the parade in front of approximately 30,000 guests. Afterwards, she has been invited to attend a three day Walt Disney World Thanksgiving tour along with other selected All American Cheerleaders. Hannah’s flight will be leaving November, 24 after school to join the others in Florida!
Disclaimer
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STUDENT SECURITY
Loris High School wants to maintain a safe and secure environment for your children.
SRO Mahon is interested in hearing from you in helping us to do this. Please email your suggestions, comments, and concerns to Officer Mahon. We appreciate your help.
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We are implementing a new Renaissance program this year for our students
moreThe Loris High School Choral Department would like to announce our upcoming performance of The Wizard of Oz.
moreOver 200 students attended a PSAT/SAT workshop held in the Loris High School auditorium
moreOn Wednesday morning, October 28th, all seniors
moreLoris High School has been chosen to participate in a classroom breakfast pilot program.
moreBeginning on November 9th, free H1N1 immunization clinics
moreParents of Horry County Schools' students have a new tool coming September 30th.
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