About Wilson High School
Welcome
Wilson High School: Grades 9-12
Founded in 1866 as Freedmen's Bureau School.
Mission: To mold young minds to be creative, knowledgeable, productive citizens of good character in an ever-changing, challenging world.
Wilson High School Mission Statement: At Wilson High School, we commit to developing in all students the knowledge, skills, and character to achieve personal success.
International Baccalaureate Program Mission Statement: The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.
Brief History of Wilson High School
The first records of Wilson School were recorded on November 1, 1869, when Mr. J. E. Wilson was principal. The school building was erected on what is now the corner of Dargan and Palmetto streets, and in 1906, Wilson moved to Athens Street. By that time, Wilson had become one of the outstanding schools in the state. Wilson has had thirteen principals since its beginning in 1869:
- 1907-1918 Mr. Walter Singleton
- 1918-1923 Mr. George Pegues
- 1923-1927 Mr. George Killingworth
- 1927-1929 Mr. Kurtwright
- 1929-1938 Mr. Leonard David
- 1938-1942 Mr. L.F. Buckner
- 1942-1966 Mr. Gerard A. Anderson
- 1966-1966 Mr. J.D. Hammonds
- 1966-1967 Dr. Luns C. Richardson
- 1967-1974 Mr. RObert Durant
- 1974-2005 Mr. Allie E. Brooks, Jr.
- 2005-2012 Dr. Gerard Spencer Edwards
- 2012-Present Dr. Eric Robinson
In 1950 Wilson was approved by the Southern Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools. In 1963 Wilson was granted full membership in the Association.
Wilson expanded its physical facilities during these years and was moved to the site on North Irby Street in 1955. The campus comprised about 20 beautifully landscaped acres.
The current Wilson High School was completed in August 1982 and dedication ceremonies were held August 15, 1982. The school is currently located on 79 acres and consists of 209,000 square feet.
Wilson High has seen physical and technological expansion in the Twenty-First Century. Our Auditorium and Commons Area are equipped with high-speed (802.11g) wireless access points. Our school footprint has expanded with the addition of a science wing which includes 4 large laboratory classrooms. Wilson’s Media Center, Computer Lab and over 300 networked computers provide students and faculty with Internet access, educational software, and South Carolina’s DISCUS databases.
Alma Mater
Wilson High School Alma Mater
Lift happy voices, praises unfold
Hail the purple and the gold.
Let songs of gladness rise to the sky,
For dear old Wilson High.
And strive to show, as on we go,
Ability and power-
To do the right, with all our might,
Through every changing hour.
With loyalty, courage, and hope,
Our lives shall e'er be blest.
And ever for, our Alma Mater,
We work and do our best.
As on we go, our aim shall grow,
Our cheers will ever cry.
To do the right, with all our might,
For thee dear Wilson High.
Administration
Phone: 843-664-8440
Email:
Degrees and Certifications:
Dr. Eric Robinson
Principal at Wilson High School since 2012.
Mr. Larry Roland
Responsible for 10th-12th grade students whose last name begins with N-Z.
Mr. Roland is also the administrator in charge of textbooks and building use and maintenence.
Dr. Brian Phillips
Dr. Phillips began his career in teaching twenty-eight years ago after receiving his B.S. in Education from Appalachian State University in 1990. He received his M.Ed. in Administration and Supervision from UNC-Pembroke in 1995 and his Ed.D. in Educational Leadership from FSU in 2002. During this time, he served as assistant principal and principal at a 6-8, K-8 and a K-5 school and was named Moore County’s Principal of the Year in 2003. At both schools where he served as principal—Highfalls Elementary (K-8) and Carthage Elementary (K-5), the schools excelled from expected growth to high growth. In 2001, Carthage Elementary was awarded the Title 1 Distinguished School Award by the North Carolina Association of Compensatory Educators. Shortly after receiving his doctoral degree, he was promoted to Associate Superintendent for Moore County Schools where he supervised elementary, middle and high schools.
Ms. Shadaris Bradley
Ms. Bradley has served as an Educator for 18 years. She obtained her undergraduate degree from Winthrop University and Master's degrees from Webster University and Salem University. She began her education journey as a CTE teacher at Bennettsville Middle School and the Florence Career Center, and in 2017, she became a Curriculum and Technology Coach at Williams Middle School and then served in the same capacity at Marlboro County School District. In 2022 Ms. Bradley became an assistant principal at Marlboro County High School before coming to Wilson High School.
Ms. Bradley has served as an Educator for 18 years. She obtained her undergraduate degree from Winthrop University and Master's degrees from Webster University and Salem University. She began her education journey as a CTE teacher at Bennettsville Middle School and the Florence Career Center, and in 2017, she became a Curriculum and Technology Coach at Williams Middle School and then served in the same capacity at Marlboro County School District. In 2022 Ms. Bradley became an assistant principal at Marlboro County High School before coming to Wilson High School.
Dr. Kevin George
Dr. Kevin George has served as an Educator for the past 21 years. During that time, he has taught in the areas of Science and Special Education. Additionally he has Supervised and Mentored Student Teachers seeking their Special Education Credential in the State of South Carolina through Walden University’s College of Education. Dr. George has served as an Assistant Principal within an Alternative School setting in which he collaborated in the development of a Flexible Learning Program which was aimed at providing a pathway to graduation for students that experienced difficulties in the traditional school setting.
Dr. George attended Francis Marion University for completion of his undergraduate degree in Biology with a minor in Chemistry and Sociology and his graduate degree in Teaching Students that have Learning Disabilities. He later obtained his Administrative Credential from Lamar University along with completion of his Doctorate of Education degree in Educational Leadership and Management from Capella University. His dissertation research study centered on improving student behavior through use of corrective feedback.
Mr. Derrick McQueen
Coach McQueen is currently the Athletic Director and oversees all of Wilson High School's athletic programs.
Mrs. Letitia Plowden
Responsible for the School Counseling Office, school counselors, and career development specialists.
Mrs. Plowden is also responsible for 9th Grade Repeaters, Early College and Dual Credit students, Scholarship Information, Virtual School and APEX students, Alternative School Students, NCAA Eligibility, Transcript Evaluations (New students), and Special Programs.
Mrs. Lashonda Williams-Shaw
Mrs. Williams-Shaw is the testing coordinator for Wilson High School and Williams Middle Schools. Her responsibilities include scheduling and overseeing all standardized testing done at school.
Attendance
Attendance E-mail is: attendance-whs@fsd1.org This is the BEST way to contact attendance is via the email listed.
You can send parent notes and medical excuses through this email. Parent notes MUST come from the email on file in PowerSchool, and include a contact phone number where you can be reached if needed. Please be reminded:
- It is best to contact the teacher of the course first if you see a possible attendance error. They will contact attendance if there is any correction to be made.
- Attendance cannot change attendance a teacher has put in without the teacher in writing permission stating an error was made, and the exact correction that needs to be made.
- No sign in or out can be performed over the phone.
- PowerSchool for Parents information cannot be given over the phone.
- To update information in PowerSchool, including phone numbers, address, additional emergency contacts, etc. You need to come to the school with your ID and request an Update form.
After 9:00am, students will be considered absent, between 8:30am-8:59am it is tardy, and the student goes straight to class. From: 9:00am-3:00pm students need to be signed out in the main office. *3:00pm is the last sign out time of the day.
Profile
Wilson High School Profile
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Contact Us
Address:
1411 Old Marion Highway
Florence, SC 29506
Contact Numbers:
Phone: 843-664-8440
Fax: 843-664-8176
Phone Menu:
Press 1 - Attendance
Press 2 - School Counseling
Press 3 - Bookkeeper
Press 4 - Administration
Press 5 - Athletic Director
Press 6 - International Baccalaureate Office
Press 7 - Nurse
Press 8 - Cafeteria
Press 0 - Main Office
Freshmen Academy
Welcome to the Freshman Academy Program at Wilson High. Our FOCUS is “In the door out in four!” As an educator, I am committed to your child’s academic, emotional and social development. I believe that the 9th-grade year is the most important year of your child’s high school career as it lays the foundation and sets a guide for their future here at Wilson High School. It is our goal to make this transition as smooth as possible by giving your child all the tools and resources necessary for them to be successful. I am an advocate in providing all students with the opportunity to be unique and creative. I believe that every child CAN learn through effective instruction. I believe that children need constant support and guidance and their welfare should be our focus. I believe our students and teachers should be valued, respected, nurtured and supported. I believe in honesty, effective communication and respecting others to gain the same respect. I will have high expectations for our students and teachers as we strive this year for success.
-Kevin George, Freshmen Academy Administrator
WHS Freshmen Academy School Supply List
- Whiteboard Markers (3 or more)
- Pencils (if mechanical, extra lead)
- Subject notebooks (with or without pockets)
- 2" 3-ring binder
- Colored pencils
- Pens (blue and black ink)
- Scientific calculator or other TI calculator (for home use)
- Graph paper
- Notecards (lined or unlined)
- Earbuds or headphones for computers
- Dividers for 3-ring binder
- Composition notebooks (black and white marbled)
Optional Supplies Needed for Classes
- Hand sanitizer
- Tissues
