Rambling Roses

Throughout its history, Waltrip High School has been committed to creating, for students, an environment that is perfectly conducive to learning.   Since opening its doors in 1960, Waltrip has continued to offer a comprehensive academic curriculum, as well as vocational computer training, JROTC, dance, child care professions training, and the highly respected International Baccalaureate program. Extra- curricular opportunities open to Waltrip include dance team, cheerleading, the school newspaper, the school yearbook, band, drama, and athletics.

Waltrip High School has had many distinguished graduates in its' past. Famous acting talents, such as Shelly Duvall and Patrick Swayze, were both graduates of Waltrip. Two of Waltrip's football players, Van Malone (Detroit Lions), and Keenan McCardell (Jacksonville Jaguars), have gone on to play professionally