South High School is located in the Kern County District of Bakersfield, California. The school has approximately 2,150 students.
History
The official South High School website states that the school was originally founded in 1957 and was surrounded by farmlands.
As of May 7, 2021 the school mascot is known as the “Spartans” following a year long review committee determination examine the prior mascot Rebel Man or Johnny Rebel which was patterned after a Confederate soldier. Sports teams formerly referred to as the Rebels, will now be known as the Spartans.
South High celebrated its 50th anniversary and homecoming on September 29, 2007. The South High football team also hosted their 50th homecoming football game against the Shafter Generals, with South High winning 41–12.
Clubs
Clubs on campus include forensics, JROTC, and ROC.
South High is also home to the prestigious MS3 program, the brand new South High Justice Academy, the AVID program, and an award-winning Rebel Regiment Band and Color-guard.
Notable alumni
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