Hello, Welcome to Austin High School. My name is Demond Garth. I am the school's principal.  I am excited about a new school year and look forward to meeting the parents and students. We are very proud of our rich traditions and of the educational accomplishments of our students, faculty, and community. I am grateful for the opportunity to get to know your family in the new school year. What do you love about your job? I love the students and staff. We have some of the best students at Austin High. It's my job and the admin teams job to make sure our staff has everything they need to be successful. I am visible at all the sporting events, in the halls, and classrooms. It's about being there for my students. By me being the face of Austin High School, I know I have to bring it everyday no matter how stressed I am. This is a great school, great environment, and that's what I hope to continue. What personality traits do you contribute to your success? I have a calm demeanor. I learned from my dad about how to treat people well. He taught me to treat people with respect and to be nice. What is one thing most people don't know about you? When I'm not watching sports (Auburn football or the Braves) my television is mainly set on HGTV. I like travel shows and home improvement.  What best advice motivated you to become an educator/principal? My freshman basketball coach pushed me. Coach Allen said he saw something in me. He dug in deep and challenged me. He pushed me to be better. I learned from Coach Allen to treat people fairly but you've also got to hold them accountable. Holding people accountable isn't always easy but you got to be the same all the time. What is one character trait you hope to instill in your students, and why? Work ethic. Not everything is going to be given to you in this life. You need to work for and toward something. We see so much potential in our kids that they don't see in themselves. We want them to believe they can do it. They are going to be the next bosses, the next doctors, the next lawyers. It's our job to prepare them for a successful future. What would it have been if you could have chosen a job outside of education? Organizing people's houses. Organization is my thing. I think it would be a cool job!

Principal Spotlight: Mr. Demond Garth

July 28, 2022
Hello, Welcome to Austin High School. My name is Demond Garth. I am the school's principal. I am excited about a new school year and look forward to meeting the parents and stu...
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Luke Brown, a senior at Austin High School - Decatur, Alabama, was awarded the University of North Alabama’s LEAD Scholarship

Austin High School Senior Receives Valuable Scholarship

May 8, 2026
WAY TO GO: Congratulations to Luke Brown, a senior at Austin High School - Decatur, Alabama, on being awarded the University of North Alabama’s LEAD Scholarship this morning! This...
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Hello future travelers, and anyone looking to travel the world and explore new places! Take a trip around the world with the AHS World Language Department. We will be traveling to Greece in June 2026 and back to England, France, && Italy in 2027!! You are able to enroll for both now. December 31, 2025 will be the final day to enroll for Greece. If you have questions, email Ms. West at Emily.West@dcs.k12.al.us Thank you again and we are so excited to travel with you! Ms. West

AHS World Language Department Greece Trip

December 10, 2025
Hello future travelers, and anyone looking to travel the world and explore new places! Take a trip around the world with the AHS World Language Department. We will be travelin...
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Austin High wants to honor and celebrate our fiercest Black Bear, Miss Alice Haughaboo. Alice is a junior at Austin High School and a cherished member of our Austin High School family. She is the daughter of Patrick and Alana Haughaboo and is also blessed with a wonderful sister, Lucy. Four years ago, Alice was diagnosed with malignant melanoma, and she continues to battle with extraordinary bravery. This year, for Homecoming, we aim to raise awareness of childhood cancer and explore ways to support St. Jude Children's Hospital in their mission to find a cure. Let us unite to honor Alice and support her and her family as they continue on this journey. Once a Black Bear, always a Black Bear. We are Family.

AHS is Accepting Donations for Cancer Patients

September 8, 2025
Austin High wants to honor and celebrate our fiercest Black Bear, Miss Alice Haughaboo. Alice is a junior at Austin High School and a cherished member of our Austin High School fam...
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Welcome to Austin High School

January 6, 2020
Welcome to Austin High School! We're so glad that you've decided to join us this year. Austin High School offers students a traditional comprehensive education that includes ...
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