Schools
What Makes DHS Best in Suburbs?
Did Deerfield High School Principal Audris Griffith call it right when she offered an opinion on why the school is Illinois's fifth best?
When Deerfield High School was named the fifth best in Illinois and 181st in the country Tuesday by U.S. News and World report, Principal Audris Griffith opined it was not just the students’ academic prowess that led to the honor.
Earlier: DHS Ranks as Top High School in Suburbs
“I’m always proud of how our students and staff perform,” Deerfield Principal Audris Griffith said when she learned the school was on the list once again. “The students do well academically, in their activities and philanthropically.”
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A fundraising record was set for the School Chest and rummage sale this year, the institution has been leading surveys all year and its athletes have won state championships. “The students are learning the roles they will serve in the local community and the global community,” Griffith said.
A sampling of some of the students’ and staff achievements in the classroom, playing fields, laboratories and other venues is listed below. Take a look at what they have done.
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- All DHS National Merit Semifinalists Advance to Finals
- DHS Students Dazzle With Computer Skill
- Deerfield High School Teacher Is Golden Apple Finalist
- DHS Students Act To Help Planet
- DHS School Chest Breaks All Time Record
- DHS Science and Engineering Team Wins Big at Academic Challenge
- Kelsey Wins State Golf Title
- DHS's Deerprints Names Top Publication
- DHS Rummage Sale Breaks Record
- DHS Cross Country Team Places Ninth at State
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