Armstrong High School

About Armstrong High School

Mission

The mission of Armstrong High School, home of the Mighty Wildcats, is to foster an engaging environment where all students will receive the social skills and academic knowledge that will empower them to excel in post-secondary endeavors and be productive.

History Overview:

Armstrong High School has a very rich heritage. Founded in 1865 by the Freedman’s Bureau, the school was dedicated to the intellectual, academic, moral, and social enhance-ment of students. At first four churches and Dill’s Bakery at the corner of St. James and Clay Streets were used to house the students. Mr. Rabza Morse Manley was made superintendent.

As many of the children had already been taught to read and write, Mr. Manley of Vermont, who had served as chaplain in the Army, conceived the idea of establishing a Normal School to train the children of that generation to teach those of the next. He set about raising funds for this purpose. His efforts were fruitful, and in recognition of his success, he was made principal of the first building erected at the corners of Sixth and Duval Streets.

Armstrong  High School’s PTSA Missions

To support and speak on behalf of children and youth in the schools, in the community and before governmental bodies and other organizations that make decisions affecting children.
To assist parents in developing the skills they need to raise and protect their children. To encourage parent and public involvement in the health, education and welfare of children and youth. 

The Purposes of Armstrong High School’s PTSA

To promote the welfare of the children and youth in home, school, community, and place of worship. To raise the standards of home life. To secure adequate laws for the care and protection of children and youth. To bring into closer relation the home and the school, that parents and teachers may cooperate intelligently in the education of children and youth