Gresham High School (Oregon)

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Gresham High School is a high school located in Gresham, Oregon. As of 2006, the school serves 1,789 students[1] in grades 9 through 12, along with 150 staff members. The school's athletic teams are known as the Gophers, and the school colors are blue, silver, and white. The school's principal is Carol Daiberl.

The High School is fed by two local middle schools, Dexter McCarty Middle School and Clear Creek Middle School, both of which serve grades 6-8.

Since the start of the new millennium, the Gresham High School Girls Volleyball team won the state championship in 2001, 2002, and 2006.

Gresham's main athletic rival is nearby Sam Barlow High School. Gresham High School has lost to their arch-rival Sam Barlow High School this past year 55-14 in the glorious sport of football.

Gresham High School is also locally known for its theater and choir programs. Both of which have produced several state champions in Mono and Duo acting scenes, as well as musical theater pieces. The Gresham High School band has also produced several state champion instrumentalists.