Roy Miller High School
| Roy Miller High School | |
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| Information | |
| School type | Public high school |
| Motto | Once a Buc Always a Buc! |
| Established | 1894 |
| School district | Corpus Christi Independent School District |
| Principal | Stella Torres |
| Assistant principals |
Prudence Farrell Scott Gasiorowski Victor Moldovan Teresa Rodriguez |
| Grades | 9-12 |
| Enrollment | 914[1] (2012) |
| Campus | Urban |
| Color(s) | Purple & Gold |
| Athletics conference | UIL Class AAAA |
| Mascot | Buccaneers/Lady Buccaneers |
| Website | Roy Miller High School |
Roy Miller High School is a public high school located in the city of Corpus Christi, USA and classified as a 4A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Corpus Christi Independent School District. The school was known as Corpus Christi High School until 1950. It is the oldest high school in the city.
History
Created in 1894, Roy Miller is the oldest high school in Corpus Christi. Originally known as Corpus Christi High, the school was renamed in 1950 in honor of Henry Pomeroy Miller, the former mayor Of Corpus Christi.[2] Miller is a center for science and technology. The recently improved science and computer labs add to Miller's academic experience. In conjunction with Del Mar College, Miller offers a series of Dual-Credit academies which include: Cosmetology, Fire Science, Court Reporting, and Heating and Ventilation (HVAC). In 2013, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.[3]
Athletics
The Miller Buccaneers compete in these sports:[4] Volleyball, Cross Country, Football, Basketball, Soccer, Golf, Tennis, Track, Baseball & Softball
State titles
Notable alumni
- Dabney Coleman
- Eva Longoria, actress
- Marshall Applewhite, founder of Heaven's Gate