high school
Americannoun
noun
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another term for grammar school
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a secondary school from grade 7 to grade 12
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a secondary school, the grades covered depending on the province
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Origin of high school
First recorded in 1815–25
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To remain eligible for federal funding, colleges must show their graduates have bigger incomes than high school grads four years after completing their degree.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026
As his mother’s grief and legal battles to get Fadi home worsen her mental health, Sattouf’s own life is upended by high school, hormones, heartbreak — and a nagging uncertainty.
From Salon • Jun. 27, 2026
This year’s group of high school participants is expected to double in size between eight and 16 teams, City Section commissioner Vicky Lagos said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026
The heatwave forced the closure of thousands of schools, with those open struggling to teach pupils -- or to administer finishing exams for graduating high school seniors -- in sweltering classrooms.
From Barron's • Jun. 26, 2026
Outside, Door headed to the field for practice, while Coal started walking toward the high school.
From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste
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