15600 School Road
Gulfport, MS 39503
Phone: 228-832-2610
Fax: 228-832-7433

Our mission with Harrison Central High School is to instill in our students the desire to perform at their highest potential by holding them Accountable to our Expectations to achieve the highest Results within the community.

Expectations...Results...Accountability

Harrison Central High School serves 1622 students, ninth to twelfth grade, through 144 dedicated faculty members. It offers its students a state of the art learning environment with Internet access in all classrooms so all students can become part of the global society. Most classrooms have four computers for students to use during the school day. Students have access to a fully automated library and media center as well. A variety of educational programs such as after-school tutoring, Enrichment courses, and online curricula provide students with a wealth of opportunity to excel and achieve. Each teacher can better meet student needs as well with data warehousing resources developed by district personnel. These resources allow teachers to profile the past performance of a student and better meet the specific needs of the individual student.  

BELIEFS 

Student learning is the chief priority for the school, and all students are capable of learning. 

• Because students learn in different ways, teachers should utilize a variety of teaching methods.
• Students should assume personal responsibility in the learning process.
• The school’s curriculum must continuously improve if students are to become confident, self-directed, lifelong learners.
• Through cooperation among administrators, teachers, students, parents, and community, the school’s mission advances.
• A safe and orderly school climate is conducive to student learning. 

HARRISON CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

ROTC PROGRAM

GOLD STAR

MARCH 13, 2012

 STAR STUDENT AND TEACHER

Kyle Stoner has been recognized as  Harrison Central High School's STAR (Student-Teacher Achievement Recognition) Student for the 2011-2012 school year. Kyle is the son of Todd and Michele Stoner of Gulfport. He is president of the National Honor Society,  a member of "The Pride of the Coast" Harrison Central High School Marching Band, Vice President of the Interact Club, and a member of several other clubs. Kyle has lettered in cross country and soccer. Kyle is the recipient of the Gulfport Exchange Club's Student of the Month Award and the Diocese of Biloxi's St. Timothy Award.

Star students are chosen on the basis of scholastic excellence by comparing students' American College Test scores and academic averages. Each STAR student designates a STAR Teacher, the classroom teacher who has made the greatest contribution to the student's scholastic achievement. Kyle has selected Spanish teacher Sharon Johnson as his STAR teacher.

Johnson has been teaching for 23 years, and this is her fourth selection as STAR Teacher. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Southern Mississippi. She is the sponsor of the Spanish Honor Society and the Student Council. 

Harrison County Technology Center students recently competed in the State SkillsUSA Conference held March 22-23, at Hind Community College located in Raymond; MS. Ryan Groth from Harrison Central High School took First Place in the category of Architectural Drafting. Dalton Barber also from Harrison Central took First Place in Cabinetmaking. Conner Bond from Harrison Central placed First in Carpentry. Asean Davis and Thomas White both of Harrison Central placed Second in Job Interview and Related Technical Math, respectively. Taylor Valdez of West Harrison High School placed Third in Technical Drafting. First Place recipients will represent the State of Mississippi at the National SkillsUSA Conference in Kansas City, MO this summer. Ms. Sheryl Moran, Architectural and Drafting Instructor at the Harrison County Technology Center, was chosen 2012 Advisor of the Year. Ms. Moran has been employed with Harrison County Schools for 27 years and currently serves as SkillsUSA Advisor. She also serves on the SkillsUSA National Education Team and the Alabama SkillsUSA Championship Team. This is her second recognition as Advisor of the Year. SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers, and industry representatives working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce. It is a national nonprofit organization preparing high school and college students for careers in trade, technical and skilled service occupations. Currently, there are more than 2,300 members in Mississippi consisting of students and teachers.  You may also view www.SkillsUSA.org to see the exciting things that these students will benefit and experience.

Left - right: Thomas White, Ryan Groth, Sheryl Moran, Conner Bond, Tim Wheeler, Dalton Barber, Asean Davis, Taylor Valdez