Hurricane High School, located in Hurricane, West Virginia, in one of the fastest growing areas of the state, is a school which celebrates its past, enjoys its present, and eagerly anticipates its future. This school of 1113 students reflects both its traditional rural beginnings and its swiftly changing present. Mindful of its past and eager for its future, Hurricane High School proudly steps into the twenty-first century, continuing  the tradition of preparing today's students to be tomorrow's leaders. Our Vision: We envision a tolerant, inviting school culture where students develop a strong work ethic to achieve their full academic, social, and civic potential. Our Mission: The mission of Hurricane High School is to provide a safe, engaging environment for the nurturing of critical, creative thinkers who communicate effectively and are successful, productive, ethical citizens. HHS ANNOUNCEMENTS Go to the Forms & Info page to read the Daily Announcements. Congratulations Hurricane High Math Field Day Team First Place in Putnam County read the full story High School Math Field Day Adds Up to Success on the district page Congratulations Lauren Oyler Clinton Poff National Merit Semi-Finalists Congratulations Mrs. Natalie Dillinger Putnam County Teacher of the Year Read the "Daily Mail" story about our principal, Mr. Hart Exciting Changes in Advanced Placement Program Taking Advanced Placement courses in high school can send a powerful message to colleges that you're ready for them. A number of studies show that students who take AP courses are much more likely to complete college. In an effort to strengthen our AP program, Putnam County Schools is enacting new AP initiatives beginning with the 2007-2008 school year. Students who take AP courses will earn a weighted grade for each course. Weighted grades make it possible for students' grade point averages to rise above a 4.0. Each student enrolled in an AP course will take the corresponding exam for the course. AP exams allow students to gain credit or advanced standing in college. AP exams are scored from 1 to 5, with a score of 3 considered passing at many colleges. Putnam County students who earn a 3 or better on an exam will be refunded the full cost (approximately $83). Putnam County Schools will be administering the PSAT exam to all sophomores. The PSAT includes access to the College Board's MyRoad which is a FREE personalized career and college search service. Also with PSAT, schools can use the AP Potential program to identify students with potential for success on AP exams. Students who would like to take an AP course in the 2007-2008 school year but have not already requested one can see a counselor to enroll or to ask questions. Please feel free to visit www.collegeboard.comor www.putnamschools.com for more Advanced Placement information.   West Virginia School of Excellence and Blue Ribbon School   Accredited  by the North Central Association   Accredited  by the West Virginia Department of Education   Accredited  by the West Virginia Office of Education Performance Audits