Athens High School (Troy, Michigan)
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| Established | 1978 |
| Type | Public |
| Students | 1950 students |
| Location | Troy, Michigan United States |
| Colors | Red & Yellow |
| Mascot | Red Hawk |
Athens High School, located in Troy, Michigan, at the corners of Wattles Road and John R Road, is attended by nearly 2,000 students, serving grades 9-12. Athens is one of three high schools in the Troy School District, accompanied by Troy High School and Niles Community High School.
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[edit] Mission Statement
"Athens High School believes that all students can make positive contributions to society. To ensure this, the staff is committed to effective education in an environment where the full intellectual, social, physical, and emotional development of each student is the goal. In partnership with the community, we will encourage cooperation, self-esteem, and respect for a diverse population."[1]
[edit] Commendations
Athens is a National and Michigan Exemplary School and has been named one of the best high schools in the United States by U.S. News and World Report.[2]
[edit] Notable Alumni & Former Students
- Young Wook Kim, Sumo wrestler All Japanese Title Tournament.
- Martin Klebba, American Actor, known from Pirates of the Carribean films.
- Ivana Miličević, television and film actress.
- Tomo Miličević, guitarist 30 Seconds to Mars.
- Timmy O'Neill, former tailback for the University of Notre Dame and author of Every Play Every Day.
