Altavista High School
Altavista High School is a public high school in Altavista, Virginia. Altavista High School and Middle School are under the same roof and, thus, go by the name Altavista Combined School. The current enrollment is estimated to be 700 students. The mascot is the Colonel, and their teams are known as "The Colonels." The school is a member of VHSL and competes with the Group A Dogwood District.
A notable alumnus of Altavista Combined School is Juan Thornhill, Safety for the Kansas City Chiefs and Superbowl LIV Champion.Athletics
Football
2009, 2013, 2014. All under Coach Mike Scharnus.Volleyball
2002. Under Coach Debra Spencer.2010. Under Coach Darryl Smith.Boys Basketball
2004, 2013, 2014, 2015. All under Coach Mike Cartolaro.Girls Basketball
2004. Under Coach Debra Spencer.Softball
2009. Under Coach Tim Fenn.Organizations
Forensics
Numerous state titles.''Nuntius'' yearbook
- VHSL Trophy Class. Under numerous advisers.
- Columbia Scholastic Press Association Silver Crown. Under Adviser Betsy Brittingham.
- Columbia Scholastic Press Association Gold Crown. Under Adviser Betsy Brittingham.
- National Scholastic Press Association Pacemaker Finalist. Under Adviser Betsy Brittingham.
