established after his death to aid members of the band in a pursuit of a music major in college. The award is $1000 and awarded annually. The band was briefly under the direction of Joe Doyle from 1983 - 1985. The band is referred to as "The Pride of Dixie" and currently under the direction of John E. Scanling and Adam L. Swan. Activities and clubs Academic Club Art Cairo High School Marching Band Co Ed Y Dance Debate FBLA FCCLA FFA - Future Farmers of America French Club History Interact Club Key Club Latin Club Library Club National Honor Society Navy Junior ROTC Outdoors SADD SAGE Science Club SkillsUSA Spanish Club Student Council Technology Theatre Traditions Alma Mater written by Reba Spears We salute thee Alma Mater Thou to us art dear May thy virtues and thy teachings Guide us every year. Cairo High in future years Our memories will turn back To the days of Cairo High School To the Red and Black. Expansion A $3 million construction project for a new career academy at Cairo High School is being constructed. The school was one of three centers in the state chosen to receive the $3 million grant. Career Technical and Agriculture Education courses will cater to a variety of career paths like nursing, graphics and design. The academy will also offer a new course called mechatronics. Notable alumni Teresa Edwards, former professional basketball player; Olympic gold medalist Cliff Hammonds, professional basketball player Willie Harris, member of the 2005 World Champion Chicago White Sox; member of the Cincinnati Reds David Ponder, former NFL defensive tackle Daryle Singletary, country music singer Bill Stanfill, former All-Pro National Football League defensive end Gordon Thomas, British secret intelligence author and journalist Mickey Thomas, lead singer for rock band Starship Bobby Walden, member of the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame; punter, kick returner, and halfback for the University of Georgia from 1958 to 1960; played with the Minnesota Vikings and Pittsburgh Steelers starting punter for the Super Bowl IX and X champion teams; nicknamed "The Big Toe from Cairo" J.J. Wilcox, professional football player drafted 2013 by Dallas Cowboys (2013-current); safety References External links Cairo High School website Grady County School System Public high schools in Georgia (U.S. state) Schools in Grady County, Georgia