Wheaton Warrenville South High School, high school in Wheaton, Illinois
Wheaton Warrenville South High School is a public school in Wheaton, Illinois, with large buildings and multiple sections holding classrooms and sports facilities. The campus features connected sections dedicated to different subjects and activities, with newer additions including solar panels on rooftops.
The school was founded in 1876 and underwent several name changes to reflect community and school system development. The current name was adopted to highlight the connection between the two communities, and the school's history includes significant renovations and expansions.
The school carries the names of two towns and represents the connection between Wheaton and Warrenville in the community. The orange and black colors and tiger mascot are visible symbols that students and families experience daily at school events and gatherings.
Visitors can reach the school through a network of local roads that are easy to access. The school provides resources like counseling, tutoring, and health services that support students and the broader community.
Several notable people graduated from the school, including astronomer Edwin Hubble and actors John and Jim Belushi, giving the school a sense of pride. The football field is named after Red Grange, a famous former student and football star.
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