Madison East High School

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Madison East High School
Motto: East is life, and life is good
Established	1922
Type	Public secondary
Principal	Alan Harris
Students	2,040 (2005-2006)
Grades	9–12
Location	Madison, Wisconsin USA
Oversight	Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD)
Colors	Purple and Gold
Mascot	Purgolders
Website	http://www.madison.k12.wi.us/east/

Madison East High School is one of four comprehensive four-year high schools in Madison, Wisconsin. It was established in 1922, making it the oldest high school still operating in Madison. The school mascot is "Peppy the Purgolder", an animal resembling a puma. Madison East athletes compete in the area's Big 8 Conference.

[edit] Courses

More than 50% of East's graduates go on to a four-year college, with a large number of additional students attending two year campuses such as the Madison Area Technical College. Academically motivating, talented and gifted (TAG), and advanced classes are available throughout the curriculum. Advanced Placement (AP) courses include calculus AB, calculus BC, French V, Spanish V, music theory, psychology, macro-economics, micro-economics and computer science. Courses are available in advanced physics, advanced chemistry, anatomy, literature, composition, creative writing, speed reading, and computer programming.^{[citation needed]}

[edit] Notable Alumni

Connie Carpenter-Phinney (class of '75), professional cycle racer/speed skater and 1984 Summer Olympics Gold Medalist
Dale Hackbart (class of '56), NFL linebacker/safety, Green Bay Packers (1960), Washington Redskins (1961-1963), Minnesota Vikings (1966-1970), St. Louis Cardinals (1971-1972), Denver Broncos (1973)
Donald Hayes, NFL wide receiver, Carolina Panthers (1998-2001, 2004), New England Patriots (2002-2003)
Gabe Jennings, premier middle distance runner who competed in the 1,500 meters at the 2000 Sydney Olympics
Jerry Kelly (class of '66), professional golfer, Nike Tour (1995), PGA Tour (1996-current}
Jim Montgomery (class of '73), swimmer and Olympic gold medalist at the 1976 Montreal Olympics
Pat Richter, NFL tight end, Washington Redskins (1963-1970), University of Wisconsin Athletic Director (1989-2004)
Ken Starch (class of '72), NFL running back, Green Bay Packers (1976)
Bradley Whitford (class of '77), actor, Billy Madison (1995), The West Wing (TV, 1999-2006)