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Abilene High School (Kansas)

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Abilene High School
Address
Map
1300 N Cedar

Abilene
,
Dickinson County
,
KS
67410

United States
Information
School districtAbilene Public Schools
PrincipalMike Ford
Phone(785)263-1260
Fax(785)263-3327
Websitehttp://techlab.abileneschools.org/ahs/
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Abilene High School is located in the town of Abilene, Kansas. The school mascot is a Cowboy for men and Cowgirl for the women. Abilene High School is a 4A high school, and is a member of the North Central Kansas League (NCKL).

Mission Statement

The mission of Abilene High School is to provide a positive educational environment that instills in all students a responsibility, a confidence, and a desire to learn and to continue seeking knowledge as they transition into a changing world.

  • Students must become educated, ethical decision-makers.
  • Students will embrace the desire to improve through life long learning.
  • Abilene High School nurtures good citizens and learners.
  • Abilene High School provides a safe, positive learning environment.

Activities

F.C.A., Cheerleading, Debate, F.F.A., F.A.C.S., National Honor Society, National Forensics League, Newspaper, Yearbook, Stage Band, Marching Band, Chorus, Ensemble, Musical, Dramatics, Dance Team, Scholars Bowl, Student Council, Quill and Scroll, Foreign Exchange Students, Plymouth Troubleshooting, Spanish Club, German Club, F.B.L.A.

Forensics

  • Strong Forensics Program in the state of Kansas

Band

  • Marching Band
  • Concert Band
  • Pep Band
  • Stage Band (Jazz Band)

Many spectators at sporting events have said that the Abilene High School Band Program is one of the top band programs in the state of Kansas.

Cowboy Joe

Cowboy Joe is a yearly event designed to promote yearbook sales. Those who purchase a yearbook are eligible to vote for "Cowboy Joe". It takes place in November usually during "Dead Week".

Athletics

Football, Basketball, Wrestling, Volleyball, Cross Country, Track, Tennis, Golf, Baseball, and Softball.

Athletic Accomplishments

  • 1978 Football State 4A Champions
  • 1979 Boys Cross Country State 4A Champions
  • 1985 Girls Cross Country State 4A Champions
  • 1985 Boys Golf State 4A Champions
  • 1986 Boys Golf State 4A Champions
  • 1987 Football State 4A Champions
  • 1989 Girls Tennis State 4A Champions
  • 1991 Boys Tennis State 4A Champions
  • 1992 Girls Tennis State 4A Champions
  • 1992 Boys Basketball State 4A Champions
  • 1993 Girls Tennis State 4A Champions
  • 1998 Wrestling State 4A Champions
  • 1999 Wrestling State 4A Champions
  • 2002 Men's Doubles Tennis State 4A Champions
  • 2003 Wrestling State 4A Champions
  • 2004 Men's Powerlifting 4A State Champions
  • 2004 Women's 4A Powerlifting State Champions
  • 2005 Men's 4A Powerlifting State Champions
  • 2006 Men's Track 4A High School State Champions

History

The 34th President of the United States Dwight David Eisenhower graduated from Abilene High School in 1909.