high school
Americannoun
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high schools
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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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On a Friday night in 1964, Parton became the first in her family to graduate from high school.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 25, 2026
The day after graduating from high school, she struck out for the country music capital Nashville.
From Barron's ● Aug. 25, 2026
After high school, in 1964, Ms. Parton moved to Nashville and began writing songs for country artists with her uncle Bill Owens for Combine Music.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026
A different voter, Bennett Bracell of Charleston, had skipped a day of high school to drive up two hours for the rally.
From Slate ● Aug. 25, 2026
And I will imagine myself on the high school stage four years from now, giving a valedictorian speech after beating Jonah by way more than half a point while he looks on, moping.
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
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