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The dates for the upcoming Freshman and New Student Orientation have been set.  Rising freshmen and new students are invited to three half-days (8:00 AM -12:30 PM) of activities and information sessions on Tuesday, August 6 through Thursday, August 8.  Bus service and lunch will be provided.

By attending each of the three half-day sessions, incoming freshmen and students new to Dreher will have the chance to become acquainted with the facility, with the faculty and staff, and with Dreher's expectations for behavior and academic success. Students should bring an empty book bag because they will have the chance to load up on their textbooks for the new year.  Also, bring a smile because photo IDs will be taken.  

Click here for the tentative agenda
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..orientation schedule 2013.doc

Summer Reading Lists are here!  There are some great selections for your summer reading enjoyment.  Don't wait until August.  Begin now to enjoy the books specially selected by your teachers.

List for 9th and 10th Grade English College Prep...
2013 9 & 10 CP Summer reading.doc

List for 11th and 12th Grade English College Prep...2013 summer cp list 11 & 12.doc

List for All English Honors and AP Classes...2013 Honors Summer reading list.doc

What a great article on two of Dreher's newly minted grads!  Click to read The State newspaper's feature on the Soles sisters, Baylee and Kelsey:  http://www.thestate.com/2013/06/05/2803493/model-twins-from-dreher-hs-ready.html





Dreher was named on Newsweek's List of America's Best High Schools

The list is based on six components:
  1. graduation rate (25 percent),
  2. college acceptance rate (25 percent),
  3. AP/IB/AICE tests taken per student (25 percent),
  4. average SAT/ACT scores (10 percent),
  5. average AP/IB/AICE scores (10 percent), and
  6. percent of students enrolled in at least one AP/IB/AICE course (5 percent).

Igniting sparks all around the school...

Dreher's 2012-2013 Literary Magazine entitled
sparks

For a copy of this year's magazine, click here Lit Mag.pdf


To view a slideshow of the 2013 Prom, "Midnight Masquerade," click here:
Prom 2013.wmv


Would you like to see our fabulous seniors at the Richland One Academic All Stars banquet?  Here's the link:  http://rotv.pegcentral.com/player.php?video=20148fafcc13415ee4a27d3ae932a257 

Don't miss about half way through the program when each senior comes to the microphone to introduce him/herself!

To get a campus parking pass, you need to pass this course.

Besides, it might save your life!

Register at
http://www.scaliveat25.org/stfindacourse.asp

Our seniors are reaping the rewards of four years of hard work.  Read about some of the scholarship offers our seniors have received. Read more...

The South Carolina Department of Education has awarded Dreher High School its "Cum Laude Achievement" for excellent perfromance on both the SAT and ACT tests in the 2011-2012 school year. 

Congratulations to all Dreher students and their teachers who prepared so diligently for these standardized tests that are used by most colleges and universities in their admissions decisions.

Read more...

Congratulations to the Dreher community.  The SC Department of Education announced that Dreher has been awarded a 2012-2013 Palmetto Gold Award for General Performance.

Did you graduate from Dreher in 1983?  If so, then get together with your fellow alums from the Class of '83 during the reunion weekend of July 26-28, 2013.  For details, contact Sheilia Morant Jones at ladyslj@yahoo.com .

Dreher Classes of 1975-1980 are planning a reunion and invite you to join them.  Reunion activities will take place throughout the weekend of August 30-September 1, 2013. The deadline for registration is June 30, 2013.

For more details, and to register...
Read more...

In the classroom of...

Always wondered what goes on in the classrooms of Dreher High School?  Take a look under the Student Activities link across the top of the page.

Still photos highlighting classroom activities are in the Photo Album.

Dreher News

Do you have a photo featuring a Dreher student or a Dreher activity that you would like to share?  The best ones may even get into the yearbook. 

Visit
http://www.replayit.com/r/register/ to register and upload your photos.

Six Dreher seniors have been named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists:  Winston Arney, James Bilderback, Veronica Brown, Allen Burnside, John Stone and Alessandra Tuel.  We are so proud of them!

Also, congratulations to senior Eloisa Baez Jones, named a National Achievement semifinalist. 

More great achievers:  Polina Aleshina, Madeleine Giess and Sarah Steedman were named National Merit Commended Scholars!

Make your own slide show at Animoto.

Read more...

***Please note that all available dates have now been filled for the entire 2012-2013 School Year.  Watch this space for openings in the 2013-2014 School Year.***

If you would like to reserve meeting space at Dreher High School please fill out the attached form completely and fax it to 253-7007, attention of Mr. Blakeney. 
Facilities_BuildingRentalApplication_110830.pdf

From the Principal

Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide for all students a learning environment that enriches academic, vocational, artistic, and personal growth. We strive to ensure cooperation between the school and its diverse communities in order to optimize conditions for student achievement.

Dreher believes that:
  • Quality education is the core of a vibrant community.
  • Embracing diversity enriches a community.
  • Individuals learn in different ways and individual learning is the result of opportunity and effort.
  • Personal responsibility and accountability are essentials for a successful community.
  • Character matters; honesty, integrity, and mutual respect are vital, along with other positive character traits.
  • Students, teachers, staff, families, and community are partners in education.
  • Developing positive relationships and attitudes is critical to achieving excellence and attaining greater outcomes.
  • A safe and supportive environment, as well as a healthy lifestyle, is essential to the growth and success of all individuals.
  • Open effective communication is necessary for the success of a community. 
  • Change is a natural part of continuous growth and improvement.

Upcoming Events

Tuesday, August 6
Freshman and New Student Orientation
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Buses will run and lunches will be provided.

Tentative schedule...orientation schedule 2013.doc
Wednesday, August 7
Freshman and New Student Orientation
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Buses will run and lunches will be provided.

Tentative schedule...orientation schedule 2013.doc
Thursday, August 8
Freshman and New Student Orientation
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Buses will run and lunches will be provided.

Tentative schedule...orientation schedule 2013.doc

From the Principal

Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide for all students a learning environment that enriches academic, vocational, artistic, and personal growth. We strive to ensure cooperation between the school and its diverse communities in order to optimize conditions for student achievement.

Dreher believes that:
  • Quality education is the core of a vibrant community.
  • Embracing diversity enriches a community.
  • Individuals learn in different ways and individual learning is the result of opportunity and effort.
  • Personal responsibility and accountability are essentials for a successful community.
  • Character matters; honesty, integrity, and mutual respect are vital, along with other positive character traits.
  • Students, teachers, staff, families, and community are partners in education.
  • Developing positive relationships and attitudes is critical to achieving excellence and attaining greater outcomes.
  • A safe and supportive environment, as well as a healthy lifestyle, is essential to the growth and success of all individuals.
  • Open effective communication is necessary for the success of a community. 
  • Change is a natural part of continuous growth and improvement.