Inderkum High School
| Inderkum High School | |
|---|---|
| Address | |
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2500 New Market Drive Natomas, California United States | |
| Information | |
| Type | Public |
| School district | Natomas Unified School District |
| Superintendent | Chris Evans |
| Principal | Dan Motherspaw |
| Grades | 9–12 |
| Gender | Co-ed |
| Number of students | Approximately 2,000(2015-2016) |
| Color(s) | Blue and Gold |
| Nickname | Tigers |
| Website | Inderkum High School |
Inderkum High School is an American public high school located in Sacramento, California, United States serving grades 9–12 in the Natomas Unified School District. It is an International Baccalaureate World School located in the northwestern neighborhoods of Sacramento.
History
Inderkum High School has a student body that consists of a variety of students from inside the Natomas Unified School District. Students primarily attend Natomas Middle School for grades 6-8 and Witter Ranch, Natomas Park, Heron, and H. Allen Hight for elementary school. Students also come from Westlake K-8 and Leroy Greene Academy which are both charter schools. Its name comes from Mr. Inderkum, a dairy farmer who donated the land. The mascot is a blue and gold tiger and the football stadium is often referred to the Home of the Tigers.
Inderkum originally opened its doors in 2004.[1] When it was first opened, many students switched from their (now) rival school, Natomas High School, into Inderkum. As the first years went by, Inderkum High School had collected a reputation in its sports as well as academics.
As of August 2015, Inderkum has a student body of approximately 1,900 students.[2] The school offers many sports and extracurricular activities that promote student involvement and creativity.
The school has a large music program that is directed by Mr. Shawn Hines and Ms. Jemaline Agpalza.
Campus
In the July 30, 2013 issue of Best Education Degrees "The 30 Most Amazing High School Campuses In The World" was ranked number 1 among the world. Inderkum was placed #1 because of its buildings being highly energy efficient and uses electricity-generating photovoltaic panels, a geothermal ground loop system, low-velocity cooling displacement and radiant slab heating.[3]
Athletics
During the second semester of 2008, Inderkum began the construction of a new $2.4 million turf football field and all-weather track for multiple uses, such as football, track, cross country, etc. The construction has since been completed, and is for private use. Inderkum participates in the Tri Country Conference (Division 3) of the Sac Joaquin section. Since 2007, Inderkum has been undefeated league champions in 2007,2008,2009,2010,2011,2013,2014 and 2015.
The sports at Inderkum include: Basketball, Football(Most D1 signings in section since school opening in 2005), Cheerleading, Golf, Tennis, Track and field, Volleyball, Baseball, Cross Country, Soccer, Wrestling, and Softball.[4] Many athletes have been signed from Inderkum into athletic scholarships. For example, in February 2008, Gregory Najee Grimes was the first Inderkum student-athlete to receive a Division I full scholarship, which he accepted to Boise State University's football program.[5] January 2009, Inderkum High School senior Eric Pinkins signed his "letter of intent" to play football at San Diego State. He was drafted into the NFL to the Seattle Seahawks in 2014. Vince Mayle played Division I football for Washington State University, and was drafted into the NFL in 2015. Nate Falo is also an Inderkum Graduate that signed with the San Jose State Spartans in 2011.[6]
Demographics
Today's Inderkum enrollment is made up of a diverse ethnic population which consists of mostly Hispanic, African American, and Caucasian students and Asians- Filipinos, Chinese, Punjabi,[7]
Inderkum Music Program
As of the 2011-2012 school year, the Inderkum Music program has 148 members that are in Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, Marching Band, Jazz Band, and Color Guard(for only marching season). And they have continued to grow within two years they grown to approx. 200 musicians, with there now being a Concert band, Symphonic band, Wind Ensemble, Marching Band,Orchestra, a new color Guard class (as of the 2014-2015 school year).
See also
Coordinates: 38°39′32″N 121°31′2″W / 38.65889°N 121.51722°W