75 years is an exciting and very honorable
event that is
finally here at Hickman High. The history of Hickman began
in the 1880s, and by 1889, Columbia established a two-
year high school. The course of study was adjusted to three
years in 1895 to meet state standards, and to four years
in 1896. Extracurricular activities naturally evolved. A
literary society war formed in 1898, and a choral union,
orchestra, and debate team were established the following
year. Sports teams were already present, although the
district did not provide paid coaches.
Soon overcrowding at Columbia High School became a
concern 1909, the community approved the demolition of
the old school at 9th and Rogers and the building of a new
high school on that site. The new structure had the district's
first gymnasium and a physical education credit was added
to graduation requirements.