Dreher has seven National Merit Semifinalists, out of a total of 208 throughout the state of South Carolina. 

Congratulations to seniors Alexa Breeland, Devon Kilgore, Christian Kloot, Mitchell Rainsford, Jadd Sheehi, Noah Trump, Samuel Trump for their accomplishments! 

http://www.richlandone.org/news/091511_2012nationalmerit.html

Dreher has three of the District's five National Achievement Semifinalists:  David Brice, Ricky Griddine and Devon Kilgore.  Devon is also a National Merit Semifinalist.

http://www.richlandone.org/news/092911_nationalachievement.html

Dreher has two 2012 National Merit Commended Scholars:  Max Norrell and Dillon Reesor. 

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.