Southern School of Energy and Sustainability (also known as Southern Durham or Southern) is located in
Durham, North Carolina
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, United States. The school is part of
Durham Public Schools. Southern is a comprehensive Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) magnet program in Durham, North Carolina serving students in grades 9-12. Students explore five pathways, find their niche, and commit to developing 21st century skills required in today’s rapidly changing world. In working with myriad community partners, students participate in authentic experiences, collaborating to identify local, national, or global sustainable issues and develop solutions and action plans where energy and sustainability studies are woven throughout elective and core curriculum. SSES faculty and staff work diligently to uphold the school’s motto: Educate, Engage, and Develop to Enroll, Employ, and Enlist.
Notable alumni
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Dimple Ajmera, politician and certified public accountant serving on the
Charlotte City Council
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Ricky Council IV, basketball player for
Philadelphia 76ers
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Clyde Edgerton, author and creative writing professor
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Julian Gamble, basketball player in the
Israeli Basketball Premier League
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David Garrard,
NFL
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quarterback and
Pro Bowl
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The format has changed ...
selection in 2009
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Kendall Hinton, NFL wide receiver and quarterback
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Anthony King, professional basketball player
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David Noel,
NBA
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player and 2005 NCAA basketball champion with
UNC
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Ayesha Rascoe, host of
NPR
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's
Weekend Edition Sunday
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Jazmin Truesdale, creator of AZA comics, a comic book that features diverse female characters
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Jaylen Wright, NFL running back
References
External links
Official website
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Educational institutions established in 1955
1955 establishments in North Carolina
Public high schools in North Carolina
Durham Public Schools
Schools in Durham County, North Carolina