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Lincoln
High school is a name used in some parts of the world, and particularly in North America, to describe the last segment of compulsory secondary education. It is preceded by primary education. High school is also the name used to describe the institution in which the final stage of compulsory education takes place. In the United States, high schools generally consist of grades 9, 10, 11, and 12, although the inclusion of grade 9 varies by school district.
Lincoln High School is a nationally ranked public high school in Tallahassee, Florida. The first Lincoln High School was opened in 1876 was the all-black school in Leon County and served grades 1 through 12. Martha Bunch is the principal of the school. The mascot is Trojan which signifies personal strength, loyalty, courage, and leadership. Prior to the opening of Lincoln in September 1975, the entering students participated in the selection of green, gold and white as school colors signifying youth, vigor, merit, honor and wisdom.
The educational setting at Lincoln High School fosters flexible, comprehensive and challenging academic and extracurricular programs which maximize each student's potential. Lincoln graduates are encouraged to be productive, contributing members of society who have a strong sense of personal responsibility, a sense of national citizenship, a life long love of learning and a respect for the diverse contributions of all. The school also offers an accelerated Advanced Placement program.
Lincoln's football team won the 1999 and 2001 state championships. The boy's soccer team won the 1996 Class 6A State Championship under the leadership of head coach Santiago Molina. They also were the 2005 State runner ups to Auburndale High School The men's baseball team is always rich in talent. In the past 6 years Lincoln has had 5 players drafted out of high school, and 7 combined.
The school preserves its historical vision, gives that vision vitality in changing times and embeds its ideals in every succeeding generation. The school believes that intellectual and moral excellence is achieved through the active participation of many people in diverse roles, which brings in a wide range of expertise and experience. Their mission is to prepare students to become confident, competent, ethical individuals and responsible citizens by creating a positive and nurturing school environment.
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