Hot Springs High School is a college-preparatory institute that serves students in grades 9 through 12. The school s academic curriculum includes English, math, science, social studies, language arts, Spanish, and health and physical education. Its educational program also includes instruction in creative dramatics, computer applications and programming, advanced keyboarding and study skills, and vocational business and marketing. It additionally offers special education and counseling programs for students with special needs. Hot Springs High School conducts a variety of extracurricular activities, such as dance, drama, music and art events. Its sports program includes football, basketball, volleyball, cheerleading, cross-country, gymnastics, and track and field. It maintains a library that houses curriculum-related books and periodicals. Located in Hot Springs, S.D., it operates under the Hot Springs School District, which enrolls more than 800 students in kindergarten through grade 12.