Student Life
Many Hirschi students constantly balance a strong academic life with the several extracurricular activities the school has to offer. Along with traditional student government organizations, students can participate in clubs that are dedicated to academics, community service, technology, music, JROTC and/or the theater arts. Due to Hirschi's flexible academic and social atmosphere, many students are also able to compete in varsity level sports such as football, basketball, volleyball, track, soccer, tennis, softball, baseball, and golf. Hirschi High School is classified as a Class 3A school by the University Interscholastic League and competes with other class 3A schools, both in academic and sporting events, in District 6-3A.The primary student newspaper for Hirschi is The Husky Howl which is a monthly publication and the annual yearbook is named "The Husky."
In the fall, students, teachers, alumni, and fans come together during the Hirschi football season, celebrating decades of tradition by showcasing Husky pride each and every weekend. The Hirschi Huskies, who share Memorial Stadium with the other two high schools in the district, are usually supported by performances from the Big Blue Band from Huskyland, the Hirschi HiLites dance team, the Hirschi Cheerleaders, and the Hirschi Yell Squad. Hirschi’s highly acclaimed JROTC and student council, in their respective roles, help with presenting the colors and coordinating pre-game activities. In the spring, junior and senior students who demonstrate leadership, a commitment to service, and maintain a high GPA are inducted in the Myrtle Hirschi Ledford Chapter of the National Honor Society. Also, among several other student superlative awards, four students from each class are chosen in the spring to receive the "Pride of Hirschi" award, which is the highest student award that can be bestowed upon a student by his or her peers.
The 2008 average spending per pupil was $7,252.
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