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Empowering the Pursuit of Excellence
At McDonough High, we strive to be a beacon of light and a place of hope, where exceptional opportunities are accessible to all, as students are empowered to be competent, productive, and informed in their pursuit of excellence.
Be Ready Day One!
We are excited to welcome students back for the start of the 2025-2026 school year on July 31! Our "Be Ready Day One" webpage is designed to provide families with convenient access to essential back-to-school information.
Stories & Highlights
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McDonough Excellence
WE ARE...Aspiring, Respectful, Hardworking, Achievers, Worthy,
Knowledgeable, Successful. WE ARE... Warhawks!!!
MHS saw a district-leading 4.5% gain in the graduation rate for the Class of 2024
MHS Teacher of the Year, Brandi Neal, named Henry County Schools District Teacher of the Year for 2024.
MHS had 10 students qualify as finalists for the Governor’s Honors Program in the 2024-2025 school year.
MHS Orienteering team won the 2024 JROTC All Services Orienteering National Championship.
MHS entrepreneurship students earned a $15,000 grant to provide resources for their small business development program.
MHS increased the percentage of students enrolled in AP and Dual Enrollment courses by 27.85% during the 2023-2024 school year.
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