Coolidge Senior High School, public high school in Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Coolidge Senior High School is a public secondary school in Washington, D.C., recognized on the National Register of Historic Places. The building features colonial-style design with brick walls, a pitched roof, and a cupola, set on a campus that includes sports fields, a track, and classrooms for various subjects.
The school opened in 1940 to relieve overcrowded schools and serve students from Manor Park and Takoma Park neighborhoods. Architect Nathan C. Wyeth redesigned the building in colonial style to match the local area and give it a more traditional appearance.
The school is named after a U.S. President, reflecting the community's pride in having it built. The sports teams, called the Colts, connect generations of students and neighbors through shared school spirit and local events.
The campus is easy to spot from the street thanks to its colonial-style brick building and visible sports facilities. The location sits in an active neighborhood where nearby shops and parks are within walking distance for visitors to explore.
A coach named Natalie Randolph was among the first women to hold a head football coaching position in a U.S. high school, breaking ground for the program. Her appointment in the 2000s marked a turning point in how the school approached sports leadership.
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