: a school especially in the U.S. usually including grades 9–12 or 10–12
: a system of advanced exercises in horsemanship
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Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
Ten Poway Unified high school student-athletes are hoping to conclude their senior year with a $4,000 scholarship awarded during the fourth annual Breakfast of Champions on Saturday.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
Mfume dropped out of high school, working multiple jobs and supporting his family.
—Bobby Zirkin, Baltimore Sun, 30 Apr. 2026
The district also includes Tinley Park, Oak Forest and Hillcrest high schools.
—Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
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Zamora supports giving middle and high school communities the option to have an officer on campus at least part-time.
—Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
Ten Poway Unified high school student-athletes are hoping to conclude their senior year with a $4,000 scholarship awarded during the fourth annual Breakfast of Champions on Saturday.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
Mfume dropped out of high school, working multiple jobs and supporting his family.
—Bobby Zirkin, Baltimore Sun, 30 Apr. 2026
The district also includes Tinley Park, Oak Forest and Hillcrest high schools.
—Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
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“High school.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high%20school. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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