Edison High School (Huntington Beach, California)
Edison High School is a public high school located in Huntington Beach, California which first began operation in 1969. It is a part of the Huntington Beach Union High School District. Edison is a California Distinguished School. The graduation rate at Edison is 94%. Thirty-three percent of Edison graduates attend a four-year university and 61% attend community college or trade school. Twenty five total AP, Honors, and Accelerated level courses are offered at Edison. Edison is a largely sports-centered high school, with 31 CIF championships and 255 League championships.[2]
| Edison High School | |
|---|---|
| Address | |
21400 Magnolia Street | |
| Information | |
| Type | Public High School |
| Established | 1969 |
| School district | Huntington Beach Union High School District |
| Principal | Daniel Morris |
| Grades | 9-12 |
| Number of students | 2,161 (2021-22)[1] |
| Campus | Suburban |
| Color(s) | Green and Gold |
| Athletics conference | CIF Southern Section Sunset League |
| Team name | Chargers |
| Rival | Fountain Valley High School |
| Website | www |
History edit
The school was built on land donated by Southern California Edison, from which its name is derived.
Academic programs edit
Academy of Sustainability and Engineering edit
The Academy of Sustainability and Engineering at Edison (ASE) is a STEAM-based program which emphasizes real-life application of mathematics and sciences. The program is directed by Andrea Harrell.[3] ASE students take slightly specialized math and science classes which are directed towards sustainability and engineering.[4] The ASE program and, specifically, students who are ASE Lab Specialists, often use the Innovation Lab, an area at Edison which implements sustainable aquaponics systems, houses a variety of marine specimens, and is used by the robotics team, among other features.[5] The establishment of the Innovation Lab was spearheaded by Edison science teacher and Assistant Director of ASE Greg Gardiner. Gardiner was named 2018 California Teacher of the Year for his ability to engage students, his work with developmentally disabled students, his hands-on teaching style, and his positive energy.[6] ASE also runs several gardens at Edison which showcase native plants such as succulents in their natural habitats.[3] All ASE students participate in a stewardship event, in which they take part in some type of action that will positively affect the local environment. ASE also offers a Robotics and Hydrogen Fuel Cell Program, which competes against other schools, as well as an E-sports team.[5]
Model United Nations edit
The Model United Nations (MUN) program at Edison simulates United Nations committees in order to teach students skills of research, public speaking, debating, and writing, as well as critical thinking, teamwork, and leadership.[7] This Honors-level program also teaches students basic social studies information alongside MUN assignments, projects, and conferences. After Freshman year, a typically small cut occurs, allowing only two classes (seventy-four students) as Sophomores in MUN. After Sophomore year, the program is reduced to one class, which remains until Senior year.
Notable alumni edit
- Willie Aames, American actor, director, producer[8]
- Mark Boyer, former NFL player
- Jack Clark, Rugby player, coach, and U.S. Rugby Hall of Fame[9]
- Rick DiBernardo, Former professional football player (NFL)[10]
- Austin D’Amond, drummer for heavy metal band Bleed The Sky
- Marcus Epps, football player
- Jonathan Fahn: voice/TV/film actor, as well as an award-winning film and stage director, producer, and writer.
- Joy Fawcett, soccer player[11]
- Eric Filia, baseball player[12]
- Julio Gonzalez, boxer
- Lisa Guerrero, journalist
- Kyle Higashioka, baseball player[13]
- Donnie Hill, MLB baseball player[14]
- Jeff Kent, former baseball player[15]
- Henry Owens, (MLB) baseball player
- Tori Pena, pole vaulter[16]
- Tom Shields, Olympic swimmer[17]
- Yevgeni Starikov, soccer player[18]
- Dale Thayer, baseball player[19]
- Doug Webb, musician[20]
- Scott Weiland, Stone Temple Pilots singer[21]
References edit
- ^ "Edison High". National Center for Education Statistics. Retrieved May 17, 2021.
- ^ "Edison High School". www.edisonchargers.com. Retrieved February 25, 2019.
- ^ a b "Preparing our students for the future through STEM". Retrieved February 25, 2019.
- ^ "About Us". Retrieved February 25, 2019.
- ^ a b "Our Programs". Retrieved February 25, 2019.
- ^ James Jordan (February 13, 2018), 2018 California Teacher of the Year - Greg Gardiner - Orange County promotional video, archived from the original on December 13, 2021, retrieved February 25, 2019
- ^ "What is MUN?". EDISON HIGH SCHOOL MUN. January 12, 2017. Retrieved February 25, 2019.
- ^ Epting, Chris (2015). Legendary Locals of Huntington Beach. Arcadia Publishing. p. 53. ISBN 978-1-4396-5011-0.
- ^ "Edison 2017 Alumni HOF Recipients" (PDF). edisonchargers.com. Retrieved June 1, 2019.
- ^ Hamilton, Tom (September 9, 1981). "Rick DiBernardo Is Edison High School's Man for All Positions". Los Angeles Times. (subscription required)
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- ^ Reeves, Jeremy (June 2, 2015). "Swinging again". Kenosha News. Retrieved May 25, 2021.
- ^ "Higashioka selected to All-Star Game". July 7, 2016.
- ^ Elliott, Helene (March 26, 1990). "ANGEL NOTEBOOK : Versatile Donnie Hill Has a Place on the Roster Clearly in His Sight". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved October 20, 2022.
- ^ "Jeff Kent Awards by Baseball Almanac". Baseball-almanac.com. October 18, 2002. Retrieved October 8, 2011.
- ^ "Tori Pena - Track & Field". UCLA. Retrieved June 12, 2020.
- ^ Sciacca, Mike (August 7, 2013). "Shields sensational". Huntington Beach Independent. Retrieved August 10, 2013.
- ^ "USMNT camp update: A few words with Huntington Beach's Eugene Starikov and the Galaxy's A.J. DeLaGarza - 100 Percent Soccer". January 10, 2011. Retrieved February 1, 2011.
- ^ "Dale Thayer Stats".
- ^ Carpio, Anthony Clark (June 12, 2014). "Jazz sax player enjoys getting into a jam". Huntington Beach Independent. pp. A4.
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External links edit
- Edison High School