History of Troy High School (California) in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: November 14, 2025

Troy High School, located in Fullerton, California, is a public high school within the Fullerton Joint Union High School District. Serving 2,584 students as of the 2022-23 school year, it's recognized for its diverse programs. These include Troy Tech, the Cambridge Diploma, and the International Baccalaureate program. The school's location is adjacent to La Vista High School and California State University, Fullerton.

1994: Science Olympiad Nationals Attendance

In 1994, Troy's Science Olympiad team began its consistent attendance at nationals.

1995: Science Olympiad Nationals Absence

In 1995, Troy's Science Olympiad team did not attend nationals, breaking a long-standing streak.

1996: U.S. National Science Olympiad Win

In 1996, Troy High School won first place in the U.S. National Science Olympiad.

1999: U.S. National Science Olympiad Win

In 1999, Troy High School won first place in the U.S. National Science Olympiad.

1999: Columbine High School Massacre Reference

In 1999, the Columbine High School massacre was referenced by boys who described their plan for a school shooting as being "bigger than Columbine."

2000: New American High School Honor

In 2000, Troy High School was honored as a New American High School by former U.S. President Bill Clinton, recognizing its Science and Technology magnet program, Troy Tech.

August 2001: Inappropriate Relationship

In August 2001, an inappropriate sexual relationship between a computer science teacher and a former student began.

2001: U.S. Dept. of Energy Competition

In 2001, Troy High School's Science Bowl Team captured second place at the U.S. Department of Energy Competition in Washington, D.C.

April 2002: Plane Crash on Football Field

In April 2002, a plane crashed into Troy High School's football field after the pilot's engine shut off, resulting in injuries to three people including pilot Dale Ploung and passenger David Cymbor.

2002: U.S. National Science Olympiad Win

In 2002, Troy High School won first place in the U.S. National Science Olympiad.

2002: Teacher Charged

In 2002, computer science teacher Craig Morgan Steele was charged in relation to an inappropriate sexual relationship with a former student.

2003: U.S. National Science Olympiad Win

In 2003, Troy High School won first place in the U.S. National Science Olympiad.

December 2004: Oracle Article Controversy

In December 2004, Troy student Ann Long, editor of the Oracle, faced disciplinary action for writing an article profiling openly gay students, leading to controversy and support from organizations like the ACLU.

2005: American Computer Science League Ranking

In 2005, Troy High School's Science Olympiad team placed 1st in the nation and 5th overall in the American Computer Science League.

2006: Sports Illustrated Ranking

In 2006, Sports Illustrated ranked Troy High School's program as the #4 program in the country.

2006: U.S. National Science Olympiad Win

In 2006, Troy High School won first place in the U.S. National Science Olympiad.

2007: U.S. National Science Olympiad Win

In 2007, Troy High School won first place in the U.S. National Science Olympiad.

2008: U.S. National Science Olympiad Win

In 2008, Troy High School won first place in the U.S. National Science Olympiad.

2008: WASC Accreditation

In 2008, the Western Association of Schools and Colleges granted Troy High School a six-year accreditation.

March 15, 2010: Board Meeting and Administrator Release

On March 15, 2010, at a Fullerton Joint Unified School District board meeting, board members deliberated and approved the "release" of the administrators in question, effective June 30, 2010.

March 2010: Racial Slur Allegations

In March 2010, allegations of racial slurs made by Troy High School administrators against other faculty members surfaced, leading to an investigation.

June 30, 2010: Administrator Release Effective

On June 30, 2010, the release of the administrators involved in the racial slur allegations became effective.

April 2012: Student Body Election Scandal

In April 2012, junior Jacob Bigham discovered that ASB faculty advisor Jenny Redmond had altered the results of the student body election and was subsequently suspended for exposing the scandal.

2012: State Title Win

In 2012, Troy High School's girls' volleyball team won the state title.

2012: George H. Gallup Award

In 2012, Troy High School's newspaper, the Oracle, was awarded the George H. Gallup Award in the Quill and Scroll International Honor Society News Media Evaluation Service.

2013: CIF Division IV Title Win

In 2013, the Girls' Water Polo team at Troy High School won the CIF Division IV Title. Coach Jason Wilson received State Coach of the Year following their win.

2014: U.S. National Science Olympiad Win

In 2014, Troy High School won first place in the U.S. National Science Olympiad.

2014: George H. Gallup Award

In 2014, Troy High School's newspaper, the Oracle, was awarded the George H. Gallup Award in the Quill and Scroll International Honor Society News Media Evaluation Service.

2015: U.S. National Science Olympiad Win

In 2015, Troy High School won first place in the U.S. National Science Olympiad.

February 2017: Arrest for Plotting Shooting

In February 2017, two 16-year-old boys were arrested on suspicion of plotting a shooting at Troy High School after discussing school shootings and weaponry.

2017: Kianna Smith Named McDonald's All American

In 2017, Kianna Smith was named as a McDonald's All American athlete, the first time anyone in the program has won the award.

2017: U.S. National Science Olympiad Win

In 2017, Troy High School won first place in the U.S. National Science Olympiad.

2018: U.S. National Science Olympiad Win

In 2018, Troy High School won first place in the U.S. National Science Olympiad.

2019: College Attendance Rate

As of 2019, 99% of Troy High School students attend colleges and universities, with 75% attending 4-year universities and colleges and 24% attending 2-year colleges.