Where adults have a chance to earn high school credits at his/her own pace with a flexible schedule. 

              Annie Williams, M.Ed.

              Adult High School Lead Teacher

              2240-B, Southpark Dr., Murfreesboro, TN               

              Phone:  (615)896-0876 ext 22826

              Fax: 615-898-7985                

              Email:  williamsan@rcschools.net   

                                      About Adult High School...

Rutherford County Schools provides an opportunity for students (18 years and older) to obtain their High School Diploma.  Students work independently and are required to complete coursework through computer-based instruction. Basic technology skills and self-motivation are very important for success in this program.  

*Note: The Adult High School and The Adult Education Program are separate departments.  For information on taking HiSet (traditionally known as the GED) click HERE.  

 Mission Statement

The Rutherford County Adult High School was established during the 1994-1995 school year. Its mission over the past 20+ years is to provide students, who are 18 years of age and older, with the opportunity to complete the requirements for a high school diploma. This program provides a flexible and supportive setting to empower adult learners to obtain academic success and plan for career/life goals.

Why Adult High School?

During the latter part of 1987, the State of Tennessee recognized that a significant part of its adult population had dropped out of school and were lacking only a few credits to graduate. As an alternative to the traditional GED Program, the state began to provide adults with another opportunity to obtain their high school diploma. Completing the requirements for a high school diploma versus the GED equivalency  is still often preferred by many prospective employers, military enlistment and college admission.

Requirements for Enrollment...

• Students must be at least 18 years of age at the time of enrollment.
• Students must be withdrawn from their previous high school.
• Student's must obtain their official transcript from the last school attended.
• Students are required to attend the Adult High School a minimum of 20 hours per week.
• Students must be residents of Rutherford County. Photo ID is required.
• The amount of courses needed to complete graduation requirements will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
• All coursework must be completed onsite at the Adult High School, not from home.
• Students receive instruction through an online credit recovery program and must feel comfortable with the use of technology and be self-motivated to complete assignments.
• If a student is expelled or has a zero-tolerance offense, they cannot be considered for enrollment at AHS until the alternative placement at Daniel-McKee or Smyrna West is complete.  Students cannot choose to come to AHS in lieu of the alternative placement.