Freedom High School

25450 Riding Center Drive, South Riding, 20152 (See Map)

Phone: 703-957-4300

Absence phone number: 703-957-4309

Fax: 703-542-2086

Web site: Click here to visit

Freedom High School in South Riding welcomed its first class of students to bright, shiny hallways in 2005, making it one of the newest high schools in Loudoun County.

In that short stretch of time, Freedom’s halls have filled rapidly and the rolls promise to continue expanding. Principal Christine Forester said there were 929 students last year and she expects to welcome roughly 1,180 in fall 2007.

Freedom’s student population is also diverse, reflecting the rapid growth of Loudoun County in the last decade. More than 45 percent of students are Asian, black or Hispanic. The expanding student population and diversity means that Freedom has a growing list of activities. The school already has established a varsity football team, which means it now fields varsity teams in all sports, Forester said.

Freedom also boasts a strong arts program, Forester said. The International Thespians Society includes nine seniors, the school’s chorus was named all-district and the band and orchestra competed at Busch Gardens this year.

Forester said the proof of a successful school lies in the success of its graduates. She said 91 percent of Freedom’s 152 graduating seniors were going on to post-secondary education and received more than $500,000 in scholarships.

Principal: Christine Forester (E-mail)

School Type: High School

Enrollment: 1180

Mascot: Eagles

Colors: Black, Vegas Gold, White

Year Built: 2005

School nurse: Registered Nurse

(Number of) guidance counselors: Four

Number of special-education teachers: 11

ESL: Yes

Foreign languages offered: French, German, Spanish, Latin, American Sign Language

Clubs/activities: Football, volleyball, cheerleading, cross country, golf, basketball, swimming, wrestling, gymnastics, track and field, baseball, softball, tennis, soccer, lacrosse, DECA, FBLA, FCCLA, Environmental Outing Club, Future Educators, French Club, German Club, Spanish Club, History Club, Academic Team, Debate Team, Art Club, Audio Visual Club, Drama Club, Jazz Ensemble, Marching Band, Chess Club, FCA, Outdoor Adventure Club, Civil War Field Trip Club, GSA, Manga Club, MSA, Multicultural Club, Hope Club, LEO, Step Team, Dance Team, Spirit Club, Student Council Association

Student government: Yes

Before-school childcare: No

After-school childcare: No

Focus area(s): General Education, Special Education, Limited English Proficiency, Talented/Gifted Program

Made Annual Yearly Performance: Yes

Number of fights, weapons violations and serious incidents reported in 2005: 8

Percent of teachers with master's degrees: 65

Notes: See the school's report card from the Virginia Department of Education here.

Parent/teacher group contact person: Cheryl Bacak (E-mail)

School Board Members

Robert F. DuPree (E-mail), Dulles District
Thomas E. Reed (E-mail), At-Large
Priscilla B. Godfrey (E-mail), Blue Ridge District

School hours

Mondays: 9 a.m. to 3:48 p.m.
Tuesdays: 9 a.m. to 3:48 p.m.
Wednesdays: 9 a.m. to 3:48 p.m.
Thursdays: 9 a.m. to 3:48 p.m.
Fridays: 9 a.m. to 3:48 p.m.

Past events at Freedom High School

Virtual Tours of Freedom High School

Auditorium

Cafeteria

Gymnasium

Football Field

Sports Complex

The information on this page was last verified on July 11, 2007

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