Capital High School (Olympia, Washington)
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| Established | 1975 |
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| Type | Public secondary |
| Principal | Nancy Faaren |
| Students | 1,595 |
| Grades | 9-12 |
| Location | 2707 Conger Ave, Olympia, WA 98502, Olympia, Washington, USA |
| Colors | Cardinal and Gold
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| Mascot | Cougar |
| Website | http://capital.osd.wednet.edu |
Capital High School (CHS), commonly referred to as Capital, is a public high school in Olympia, Washington, USA. It is one of two comprehensive high schools in the Olympia School District.
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[edit] Remodel
In September of 2006 a $24.2m renovation project was completed which included a new student commons, a 500-seat auditorium, an auxiliary gymnasium, fitness room; and modernization of the library, alternative education, administrative offices, and four pod areas. Currently, the east football field is under construction and will be ready for use in September of 2008. Improvements include track resurfacing and reconstruction of the high jump area. The field has been stripped, irrigation systems and drainage installed as well as a new sand base.
[edit] Mission statement
The Capital High School staff, in partnership with students, their families and community, will provide high standards in teaching and learning in a safe, supportive environment so that all students will achieve and develop the capacity for life-long learning.
A Capital High School student will explore and appreciate art, music, cultures, careers, diversity, social sciences, natural sciences, mathematics, languages, and physical health/wellness. Students will be expected to meet rigorous standards in the academic and extra-curricular paths they choose.
A Capital student will develop a personal commitment to: understanding and valuing self and others; maintaining a healthy lifestyle; setting goals and meeting high standards; protecting the environment; pride in self, school, and community; citizenship and community service; having a sense of humor; being a life-long learner; understanding the need for authority from a community perspective; being respectful and responsible.
[edit] ASB
This year's President (Jacob Lee), Vice President (Suvir Bharil), Treasurer (Cortney Williams), and Secretary (Kelsie Siekkinen) have made strides to improve school spirit, as well as improving relationships between the staff and students. The ASB owes a small portion of its success to the Activities Director (Mrs. Diane Dominiak).
[edit] National Honor Society
The National Honor Society at Capital High School is governed by the Constitution of the National Honor Society. Under Advisor Dale Knuth, this club has placed a strong importance on both academics, and community service. This year's Co-Presidents, Mr. Jordan Meehan and Miss Jamie Wheeler have many activities planned for the year. Such activities include organizing the schoolwide canned food drive, and the annual Trick-or-Canning event, which benefits the local Thurston County Food Bank. They also have worked and established a homework club for the Evergreen Vista Apartment complex with help from Mr. Paul Grudis and the United Way.
[edit] Scholar's Club
The newest club at Capital High School, Scholar's Club, was established in 2006 and continues on today as a revolutionary club changing the culture at Capital High School. The Co-founder Suvir Bharil and Jared Hartman with adviser Mr. House have installed this club as a means of having fun, but at the same time learn and expand our understanding. We play a variety of activities to competitive Table Tennis to Pancake Feasts and Community Service.
[edit] Sports
Capital High School is a 3A-division member of the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association. It is a member of the Western Cascade Conference, which includes: North Thurston, Timberline, Clover Park, Shelton, Yelm, and Lakes high schools.
| State Championships | |||
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| Season | Sport | Number of Championships | Year |
| Fall | Cross Country, Boys | 1 | 1997 |
| Football | 2 | 1996, 1998 | |
| Golf, Boys | 6 | 1980, 1981, 1983, 1984, 1988, 1999 | |
| Swimming, Girls | 1 | 2001 | |
| Winter | Wrestling | 1 | 2001 |
| Spring | Baseball | 2 | 1979, 1998 |
| Fastpitch Softball, Girls | 4 | 1994, 1995, 1997, 1998 | |
| Tennis, Boys | 2 | 1990, 1992 | |
| Total | 19 | ||
State Championships, 2nd place:
Baseball - 1978, 1995, 1997; Boys Cross Country - 1996; Fastpitch Softball - 2007; Football - 2002; Boys Golf - 1987; Girls Golf - 1994; Girls Swimming - 2002; Boys Tennis - 1991, 1993; Girls Tennis - 1988, 1990; Girls Volleyball - 1994; Wrestling - 2000
Capital has continued to have a particularly strong Cross Country tradition. Both the men's and women's teams have been contenders year after year for the state title. Notable Cross Country Alumni include Ben Koss, Hank Kvinge, Jordan Swarthout, Anna Blue, Graydon Manning, Ariel Taylor, Stefanie Fischer, and Christopher McIsaac. This year, both men's and women's Cross Country took first place in League.
The girl's swim team is another group who has maintained a strong athletic history. Every year since 2000 these girls have placed in the top five at the state competitions. In 2006, the team was undefeated and League Champions.
The baseball program has had a long history of success, with the high points being state championships in 1979 and 1998.
Both the women's fastpitch, and men's golf have also had strong success with a combined 12 state championships between them (6 each.) One notable alumni of Capital High School's golf program is professional golfer Andres Gonzalez.
The men's tennis squad is taught by Joe Monroe.
The CHS debate team is doing very well this year under the great guidance of Coach Jim Anderson. Many members of the debate team have received awards for their efforts at several debate tournaments this year.
The Capital High School Drill Team, coached by Jan Kiefer, placed 3rd in the 2007 state competition in Yakima.
[edit] Academic All-American Program
A unique program of recognition at Capital is the Academic All-American Award. To qualify students must:
- Have a 3.4 GPA minimum during the semester being evaluated.
- Take four solid courses: Math, Science, English, World Language, and/or Social Studies.
- Participate in a Washington Interscholastic Activities Association activity, or hold a leadership role in any ASB sponsored activity, or be recommended by the Music Department, or complete 30 hours of community service (prearranged through the Principal)
- Good attendance: Fewer than 5 absences.
- Students who achieve Academic All-American status for 6 of the 8 semesters will receive special recognition at graduation. Applications must be completed each trimester, signed by the coach or staff advisory of activity and turned in by the deadline on the application
[edit] International Baccalaureate Program
Capital High is currently the only school in the Olympia/Tumwater/Lacey metropolitan area which offers the International Baccalaureate Program. Because of this, it is not uncommon for students looking for a greater academic achievement to cross district lines to attend Capital. IB tests are taken in the spring in student's senior year after taking two years of an IB course, and students have an opportunity to receive an IB diploma. Tests and other projects are sent to Switzerland to be graded.
[edit] Running Start Program
Like many schools in Washington State, Capital participates in the running start program, which allows students to attend college classes at local institutions. Students not only earn college-level credit, but can also satisfy graduation requirements with core-level classes taken at the baccalaureate level.
[edit] History
Capital High School was founded in 1975, to split the district into a two high school system, with approximately half of the elementary and middle schools feeding into Capital High School, and the other half feeding into Olympia High School.
The Class of 1984 gave CHS its fight song. The music comes from the University of Houston fight song.
[edit] Notable alumni
- Rachel Corrie -- Deceased Activist
- Adam Kasper -- Record Exec.
- Travis Lee -- Professional Baseball Player
- Jared Sandberg -- Professional Baseball Player
- Yuriko Saga -- Miss Japan 2004
[edit] External links
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