Academics
Westside High School has grades 9-12. Westside offers the main school requirements (Science, Math, English, Geography), as well as electives including music, foreign language (Spanish, German, French, Latin), gym, and many technology classes. Students can also earn credits by taking electives at the Career Center. Westside offers college preparatory, honors and advanced placement classes. In 2011, Westside became an Early College Academy, allowing students to get a headstart in college classes. WECA students are able to take these courses on campus, taught by college professors. Alternatively, students can travel to Tri-County Technical College to receive additional credits. The school has long been established as a very caring and rewarding place of learning. Westside has won many awards over the years and is led by Principal Henry "Daddy" Adair (who has held that post since 1983). It may be noted that Westside has had only two principals since its founding in 1951. The first was the beloved Bowen Wakefield who served from 1951-1983. The campus has recently been renovated and enlarged with the latest in educational technology. It is a proud member of Anderson School District Five.
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