VISION STATEMENT

The West Highland Historical Foundation is a non-profit corporation whose definitive purpose is to restore and reform the historical African American West Highland High School located in Fayette, AL.  Our goal is to transform what is now a diminished and overlooked historical facility, into a community wide recreational center, by raising funds and applying for grants. 

West Highland High School has been home to many educational and athletic ventures over the past 64 years and is sentimental to the entire community of Fayette. By restoring the West Highland High School into a county-wide recreational center, we can supply Fayette County with a variety of outlets that serve a greater purpose. Providing programs that will deter our community from turning to crime and drugs, elevated teenage pregnancy rates, unemployment, and ultimately providing relief for the poor and under-privileged. 

The West Highland High School is in one of the poorest areas in the county. 

We plan to incorporate a museum that will focus on the educational struggles of African Americans, promote a tourist attraction, a walk back in history to educate youth, spark memories within the lives of those who lived the experience of West Highland High School, and to create an attitude of appreciation for our future.

This project will not only preserve a piece of African American History in Fayette County but will give the citizens of Fayette the opportunity for a better tomorrow. We hope to receive your support as we strive for the new beginning of the historical West Highland High School.