Travelers Rest High School
Public high school in Travelers Rest, South Carolina, US From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Travelers Rest High School (TRHS) is a public high school in Travelers Rest, South Carolina, United States. It is part of Greenville County Schools, the largest school district in South Carolina. The school serves grades 9 through 12 and is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School offering the IB Diploma Programme.[3]
| Travelers Rest High School | |
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301 North Main Street , South Carolina 29690 United States | |
| Coordinates | 34°58′15″N 82°27′2″W |
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| Type | Public |
| Motto | We Are TR |
| Principal | Daniel Bruce |
| Teaching staff | 71.80 (FTE)[1] |
| Grades | 9–12 |
| Enrollment | 1,303 (2023–24)[1] |
| Student to teacher ratio | 18.15[1] |
| Color(s) | Blue and gold [2] |
| Mascot | Devildogs[2] |
| Rivals | Berea High School |
| Website | www |
History
Travelers Rest High School has served the northern Greenville County area since the early 20th century. In the 1920s, the school’s athletic teams were nicknamed the “Purple Flashes” and “Swamp Rabbits.” In 1950, the “Devildogs” nickname was adopted by a vote of the football team.[4]
A major campus was built in 1956, which remained in use for decades. The building appeared in the 2008 film Leatherheads starring George Clooney.[5] It was demolished in 2011, and the site was transformed into Trailblazer Park, an outdoor amphitheater and event venue.[6]
The current TRHS campus opened in 2005 at 301 North Main Street, featuring modern educational and athletic facilities.
Campus and facilities
The 2005-built campus includes updated academic buildings, science and technology labs, a library/media center, auditorium, and dedicated fine arts spaces. Athletic facilities include:
- A football stadium with a track
- Baseball and softball fields
- Tennis courts
- A main gym for basketball and volleyball
- Practice fields and weight room
The school is located near the Swamp Rabbit Trail, promoting outdoor education and community events. Bricks from the former school building were incorporated into the Travelers Rest History Museum.
Academics
Travelers Rest High School offers a comprehensive academic program with standard, honors, AP, and International Baccalaureate courses. TRHS is an IB World School and a High Schools That Work site. Students can also pursue dual-enrollment and career/technical education (CTE) electives.
TRHS students have received over $7 million in scholarships in recent graduating years, and many qualify for the Palmetto Fellows and LIFE scholarships in South Carolina.[7]
Student life and extracurriculars
TRHS hosts a variety of student clubs and honor societies, including:
- Beta Club (National School of Distinction)
- National Honor Society
- Student Council
- Future Farmers of America (FFA)
- Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA)
- Yearbook, Drama Club, International Club
- Spanish Honors Society
The Devildog Regiment marching band, chorus, and drama department participate in regional competitions. The band has received superior ratings, and theater students have earned state awards.[8]
Unique activities include a competitive bass fishing team, which won a state championship in 2022.
Athletics
TRHS competes in the South Carolina High School League (SCHSL) Class AAAA. The school’s mascot is the Devildog, and its main rival is Berea High School.
Sports offered
- Football
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Baseball / Softball
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
- Cross country / Track & field
- Golf
- Tennis
- Cheerleading
Achievements
- Boys' Basketball – State Champions (1963, 1964)
- Boys' Tennis – State Champions (1969, 1980)
- Girls' Volleyball – State Champions (1986)
- Boys' Golf – State Champions (1998, 2001)
- Cross Country – State runner-up (2021)
- Cheerleading – Regional and state placements in recent years
Notable alumni
- Ryan McGee – ESPN journalist and co-host of Marty & McGee
- Denzel “Duke” Dennis – YouTuber, gaming personality, and member of AMP; attended TRHS (Class of 2013)
Principals
- Otis “Blackie” Carter – 1920s (early athletics leader)
- Randy Dozier – 1990–1995
- Dr. Louis Lavely – 2002–2019
- Daniel Bruce – 2019–present
Demographics
As of the 2023–24 school year, TRHS had an enrollment of 1,303 students.[1] The student body is approximately:
- 74% White
- 14% Black
- 9% Hispanic
- 3% other/multiracial
Roughly two-thirds of students qualify for free or reduced lunch.
In popular culture
The former school campus appeared in the 2008 film Leatherheads starring George Clooney.[9]
References
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