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Welcome to Plattsburgh High School
At Plattsburgh High School, we believe every student has the potential to grow, achieve, and succeed. This year, our school community is embracing the theme Level Up—a commitment to continuous growth, stronger connections, and making positive choices every day.
Our mission is to prepare students to be college, career, and life ready by providing engaging learning experiences, fostering meaningful relationships, and developing the knowledge, skills, and character needed to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are committed to maintaining a safe, inclusive, respectful, and supportive learning environment where every student is encouraged to challenge themselves, discover their strengths, and reach their full potential.
At PHS, we know that meaningful growth happens one choice at a time. Together, students, families, faculty, and staff are working to build a school culture where everyone is encouraged to learn, lead, and Level Up Together.
Why Plattsburgh High School?
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Consistently recognized for excellence in STEM, with our Science Olympiad teams regularly placing among the top regional competitors and earning top-ten finishes at the New York State competition.
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Offers a wide range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, including Biology, Calculus, Chemistry, Economics, Physics I, Physics II, World History, English Language & Composition, English Literature & Composition, Government, and Statistics.
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Students have opportunities to earn college credit through partnerships with Clinton Community College in Several of our courses.
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A vibrant performing arts program featuring band, chorus, orchestra, jazz band, select vocal ensemble, and Encore a cappella.
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Home to 19 varsity athletic programs, with numerous teams and student-athletes earning NYSPHSAA Scholar-Athlete recognition each year.
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A Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) school that emphasizes responsibility, respect, safety, belonging, and student success through proactive supports and high expectations.
Whether students are pursuing academic excellence, artistic expression, athletic achievement, career exploration, or personal growth, Plattsburgh High School is committed to helping every Hornet take the next step forward and Level Up.
