Carlsbad High School

Infobox_School2 | name = Carlsbad High School
motto = "Never,never,never underestimate Lancer Pride"
address =
Carlsbad, CA
established = 1957
type = Public
head_name = Principal
head = Margaret A. Stanchi
students = approx. 3000
mascot = Lancer
colors = Purple and Gold
city = Carlsbad
state = California
country = USA
website = [http://www.carlsbadhigh.com http://www.carlsbadhigh.com]

Carlsbad High School is a public High School in Carlsbad, California. First opened in 1957, the high school is currently under consideration for redevelopmentFact|date=February 2007.

Overview

Carlsbad High School is renowned for its high level of academic success and graduate levels. Located within walking distance to the Carlsbad beach, the sprawling campus features numerous buildings and facilities. While one may presume that the caliber of students at the school would be high because of the premier location, many students are from families struggling financially. Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger visited the high school 8/11/2006 [http://gov.ca.gov/index.php?/press-release/3514/] to announce his plans for the future of funding and education in California's schools. The famous Carlsbad Gap is located on its campus, which is featured in one of Tony Hawk's skateboarding games.Carlsbad high school is also known for their Lancer Dancers.

Future Renovation

Beginning this year, Carlsbad High will be modernized in order to update to 21st century standards. Some buildings will remain while most will be demolished to make room for the new facilities. The football stadium will include an all-weather track along with additional seating. Additional parking will be added, which will relieve the overcrowding of vehicles on Monroe Street. Other new facilities include a large performing arts building, new vocational education building, and two large two-story classroom buildings. The renovation process is expected to begin in late 2007and end at the beginning of the 2012-2013 school year.

Achievements, Awards, Distinctions

* Home to the nationally acclaimed and award-winning CHSTV.

* 2005 and 2006 CIF San Diego Section Football Division I Championship. [http://www.nctimes.com/articles/2006/12/05/sports/highschool/football/21_00_5812_4_06.txt]

*2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, and 2007 CIF San Diego Section Water Polo Division I Championships
* National Champion Lancer Dancers [http://www.lancerdancers.com/] . UDA National Titles include:
** 2001 - Large Varsity Jazz
** 2002 - Large Varsity Jazz, ESPN TV Challenge
** 2003 - Large Varsity Jazz
** 2004 - Small Varsity Hip Hop
** 2006 - Small Varsity Hip Hop AND Small Varsity Jazz
** 2007 - Small Varsity Jazz
** 2007 - California Distinguished School
*2006- Show Choir (Sound Express) placed first at Hart High School Competition.
*Home to the famous Carlsbad Gap, a street skateboarding attraction popularized in skate videos and magazines. Carlsbad High School is featured in Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 2 video game, where the gap is a skateboard obstacle.

Notable Alumni

* Brady Anderson, Baseball; Baltimore Orioles
* Michelle Baena, Model
* Chad Butler, Musician, drummer for Switchfoot
* Colin Branch, Football; Stanford University & Carolina Panthers
* Brandon Chillar, Football; UCLA & Saint Louis Rams
* Troy Glaus, Major League Baseball player, won World Series with the Anaheim Angels(now the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim) in 2002
* Ted Johnson, Football; University of Colorado & New England Patriots
* Ryan Kern, Musician, backup guitarist for Skirmish the Band
* Derrick Williams, Football; San Diego State University, Kansas City Chiefs
* Scott Karl, Baseball; Milwaukee Brewers, Colorado Rockies
* Glen Kozlowski, Football; Chicago Bears
* Sal Masekela, Actor/Commentator
* Autumn Reeser, Actress
* Carrot Top, Comedian/World Humanitarian
* Jason Foulk, Computer Engineer
* Tanner Turner, Musician, drummer for ...Of Stalwart Fads
* Taylor Knox, Professional Surfer
* Chris Steele, Winner of life
* Staciana Stitts Olympic Gold Medal Swimmer
* Josh Mangini, Motivational Speaker
* Shaun White, Olympic Gold Medal Snowboarder
* Tony Hawk Professional skateboarder attended Carlsbad High his freshman and sophomore years. Don't believe it? Look at a year book, years 1984 and 1985. He did not graduate from Carlsbad High, but he did attend.
* Jesskuh Paranoia, who is now in a program in Utah since May 24, 2008

External links

* [http://www.carlsbadhigh.com/ Carlsbad High School]
* [http://www.carlsbadusd.k12.ca.us/ CUSD Website]

* [http://www.thecarlsbadlancers.com/ Lancer Football]
* [http://www.cbad.us/ Lancer Water Polo]
* [http://www.leaguelineup.com/chstrackandfield/ Lancer Track]
* [http://www.chssurfteam.org/ Lancer Surf Team]
* [http://www.lancerbaseball.org/ Lancer Baseball]
* [http://www.lancerdancers.com/ Lancer Dancers]
* [http://eteamz.active.com/cbadcheer/ Cheer Leading]
* [http://chs.carlsbadgirlssoccer.com/ Lancer Lady's Soccer]
* [http://www.easysite.com/carlsbadgirlslacrosse/ Lancer LaCrosse]
* [http://www.chsbandandguard.com/ Wind Ensemble]

* [http://www.chstv.com/ CHS Television]
* [http://www.carlsbadcac.org/ Cultural Arts Center]
* [http://www.graduateconnections.com/olc/pub/ICHS/homepage.cgi/ CHS ALUMNI]