At a Glance
About Our District and Schools
Houston County Schools serve approximately 6770 students in Southeastern Alabama. The system consists of one K-12 virtual school, one PreK-3 school, one PreK-5 school, three PreK-6 schools, one 6-8 school, one 7-8 school, three 7-12 schools, two 9-12 schools, a career academy that serves students in grades 9-12 from throughout the county, one Alternative School, and Hope High School which serves At-Risk students in grades 9-12. Houston County Schools employs approximately 1040 professional and support personnel with an operating budget of approximately $70 million.
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Ashford Elementary School (PreK-5)
Cottonwood Elementary School (PreK-6)
Rehobeth Primary School (PreK-3)
Rehobeth Elementary School (PreK-3)
Webb Elementary School (PreK-6)
Wicksburg Elementary School (PreK-6)
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Ashford Middle School (6-8)
Rehobeth Middle School (7-8)
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Ashford High School (7-12)
Cottonwood High School (7-12)
Houston County High School (7-12)
Rehobeth High School (9-12)
Wicksburg High School (7-12)
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Programs and Services
Academic Programs
- A strong core curriculum that meets or exceeds state standards
- Advanced Placement (AP) and Dual Enrollment (DE) programs for high school students
- Gifted and Talented programs to challenge advanced learners
- Special Education programs to support students with special needs
- Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs provide students with job-related skills
Extracurricular Activities
- A variety of sports teams for students of all interests and abilities
- Visual and performing arts programs, such as band, choir, orchestra, and theater
- Clubs and organizations that focus on a variety of interests, such as academic clubs and the student government
Student Support Services
- School counselors provide academic, social, and emotional support
- School psychologists to assess and address students' mental health needs
- Social workers to connect students and families with community resources
- Speech-language pathologists help students with communication difficulties
Family and Community Engagement
- Strong communication between schools and families
- Parent-teacher organizations (PTOs) or volunteer opportunities for parents to get involved in their children's education
- Community partnerships with businesses, organizations, and institutions of higher learning
Additional Resources
- Summer school programs
- English as a Second Language (ESL) programs
- Professional development programs for teachers and staff
- Technology resources, such as computers, iPads, and internet access
- Safe and secure school facilities