- Dutchtown High School (Louisiana)
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Dutchtown High School 
Address 13165 Highway 73
Geismar, Louisiana 70734Information School type Public Established 2002 School board Ascension Parish Superintendent Patrice Pujol Principal Edith Walker Principal Kathy Lopiparo (Associate Principal) Vice principal Kathryn Rice Vice principal Caren Kavanaugh Vice principal Ron Brown Headteacher Rochelle Page Teaching staff 102 Grades 9-12 Grade 9 Freshman Academy Student to teacher ratio 25:1 Color(s) Purple, Black, and Silver Nickname Griffins Website [1] Dutchtown High School is a 4-star school that was completed in 2002 in an unincorporated area of Ascension. It is within the Ascension Parish School Board. Both Dutchtown Middle School and Prairieville Middle School feed into Dutchtown High. The architecture is based on that of the old Dutchtown High, which is situated across the highway at the current Dutchtown Middle School. The school's major rivals are East Ascension High School and St. Amant High School.
The past four years (2007–2010) have produced the Ascension Parish Student of the Year: Sarah Laiche (2007–08), Jeff Boudreaux (2008–09), Caitlin Ballotta (2009–10), and Alex Mendoza (2010–11).
There are a variety of classes offered at Dutchtown, though everyone is encouraged to take the core 4: science, social studies, math, and English. The opportunity to earn TOPPS to get into an in-state university is also provided.
Past principals include Conrad Braud and David Alexander.
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Mission Statement
The Dutchtown High School community provides an environment of excellence where all students can become lifelong learners and productive citizens.
AP Courses Offered
- United States History
- Studio Art 2D-Design
- Art History
- Biology
- Calculus AB & BC
- Chemistry II
- Computer Science
- English Language and Composition (English III)
- Studio Art Drawing
- English Literature (English IV)
- European History
- Physics
- World History
- U.S. Government
- Politics
Freshman Academy
The Freshman Academy at Dutchtown High School is designed to acclimate incoming freshmen to the new/different environment of high school. It is divided into four teams - black, white, silver, and purple - and students are placed on a team that consists of the same English, math, Physical Science, and Civics teachers. Each week, each team selects a Student of the Week.
The current associate principal is Mrs. Kathy Lopiparo.
Allied Health
Dutchtown Allied Health prepares and motivates students to pursue further education towards a career in the medical sciences through a rigorous specialized curriculum and community-based partnerships, inspiring students to serve society with compassion, skill, and vision.
Career Pathways
- Emergency Health Care
- Health Professionals
- Nursing
- Nutrition & Food
- Sports Medicine
- Pharmacy
Community Involvement/Volunteering
Because being a medical professional is associated with helping others, the students are involved in many community activities. They volunteer time and often raise money for various organizations. Some of the activities they are involved in include:
The American Association Heart Walk, Juvenile Diabetes Walk, Toys for Tots, Special Olympics, Blood Drives, Relay for Life, Christmas gifts for needy children/families As a junior in this program, students are required to complete at least two consecutive hours of volunteer work per month in a medical-related facility or activity.Letterman’s Jacket & Graduation Cords
The Allied Health Center students who have been active and remained in good standing in the program for three (3) consecutive years may purchase an academic letterman’s jacket. Patches and caduceus inserts will be provided for senior level students.
Students who have been active and remained in good standing in the program for three (3) consecutive years will be rewarded with a graduation cord to be worn during graduation ceremonies.Internships/Clinicals
Internship, Certified Nurse Assistant, EMT Basic, and Pharmacy Tech are courses designed to give students a chance to watch and possibly experience firsthand some of the daily activities of a medical professional, and possibly attain certification. These courses are taken during the student’s senior year. While in these programs, students are expected to exhibit professionalism and should treat their work site experiences like a job. Entrance into these programs is competitive.Clubs and Organizations
Club Name - Sponsor(s) Name
- 4H - Angela Vercher
- Band - Sheily Bell & David Holland
- Beta Club - Mark Ebarb & Matthew Herring
- Choir - Cathy Elisar
- Colorguard - David Holland
- FBLA
- FCCLA - Amy Edmonds & Mindy Rose
- Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) _ Ronnie Harper
- Foreign Language Club - Philippe Radelet
- Gallant Griffins - Angela Fruge
- Griffin Girls - Kabir Browning
- Homecoming - Cherie Daigle
- Interact Club - Dock Davis
- Junior Class
- JV Cheerleaders - Jennifer Sciortino
- Mentoring - Christina Carter & Shelly Simmons
- Mu Alpha Theta - Chrystal Gautreaux & Wade Hooper
- National Art Honor Society - Carla Benedetto
- National Honor Society - Andrea Hughes
- Newspaper - Mark Hernandez
- NJROTC - W.O. Keith Patton and M.C. Barry Rainey
- Quiz Bowl - Mark Ebarb
- Scholarship Club
- Senior Class - Burt Rachal
- Skills USA - Cherie Daigle
- Spoken Word/Poetry Club - Tamara Empson
- Sports Medicine - Ronnie Harper & Piper Oubre
- Student Council - Stacy Roberts
- Thespian Society - Shannon Ehrmann
- Varsity Cheerleaders - Jennifer Morrill
- Yearbook - Danielle Berner & Dawn Williams
School spirit
Alma Mater
Dutchtown High, our dear Alma Mater,
Your sons and daughters pledge to thee
Our love and deepest devotion,
With gratitude and loyalty.
Noble Griffin, bold and wise,
You fill our hearts with pride.
With knowledge, strengthy, and unity,
We'll conquer side by side.
Silver, black, and purple, your colors;
Your banner waves triumphantly.
Your history, so rich and profound,
Proclaims our successful destiny.
We love you, Dutchtown High.Written by Cathy Elisar; Arranged by Hopkins Hallman and Sheilly Bell
Mascot
Griffin
Colors
Purple, black, and silver
Rival
East Ascension High School and St. Amant High SchoolStudent Media
- Literary magazine: Speak
- Newspaper: The Voyager
- Yearbook: Griffin Legend
Community Support Organizations
Athletics Booster Club
CLAWS
- Exists to serve as a vehicle for community involvement for the betterment of Dutchtown High School and to provide support for the students at Dutchtown High School.
- Is a non-profit organization of teachers, parents, community businesses, and members.
- Will be the liaison between the parents, teachers, and school adopters to coordinate projects needed and to promote the school through media outlets.
- Will impact the ENTIRE student body.
- Membership funds that are generated will be used for projects that impact the student body.
- Membership requires a ONE TIME $5 fee per family.
Athletics
Dutchtown High School Griffins compete in 5A. As of 2011, Dutchtown has won three state championships: Two in Gymnastics (2004-2005) and one in Baseball (2004) when it was a 4A school. The Dutchtown Gymnastics team was the first sports team to win a state championship for Dutchtown since it reopened in 2002.
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- Baseball
- Boys Basketball
- Boys Soccer
- Cross Country
- Girls Basketball
- Girls Soccer
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Lacrosse
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track & Field
- Varsity Football
- Wrestling
Notable Alumni
- Eddie Lacy- Alabama Crimson Tide
- Eric Reid- Louisiana State University
- Effrem Reed- University of Louisiana at Lafayette
- Kelvin York - University of Southern California
- Marina Maglore - Harvard University - (Magna Cum Laude)
External links
Categories:- High schools in Louisiana
- Schools in Ascension Parish, Louisiana
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