How many students walk these halls each day? This is Hiroshima市立祇園中学校 a public middle school. It stands in Asaminami Ward. The school’s address is Gion 5-chome 39-1. You can reach them by phone at 082-874-0055.
市立祇園中学校 is known locally as Gichu. As of May 1 2023 the school had 1167 students. Student numbers are rising due to local development. Apartment buildings increase student enrollment.
市立祇園中学校 was founded in 1947. It was originally named Gion-cho Gion Junior High School. In 1972 Gion Town merged with Hiroshima City. The school’s name changed to Hiroshima市立祇園中学校.
The area around the school grew. Two new schools split off from 市立祇園中学校. Gion Higashi Junior High School opened in 1971. Nagatsuka Junior High School opened in 1984.
The school has a motto. It emphasizes truth diligence and service. 市立祇園中学校 moved to its current location in 1964.
Students at 市立祇園中学校 participate in many events. These include entrance ceremonies and physical examinations. They also have outdoor activities and midterm exams. A sports festival and student council are important events. Students experience workplace visits. There is also a peace memorial service in August. They have term-end exams. A combined choir concert is held. Students take trips and elect student council members.
The school has student committees. These include a delegate council and a life committee. There are also culture and sports committees. An election administration committee exists.
Students can join sports clubs. These include soccer softball tennis badminton volleyball and kendo. There are also basketball track baseball and table tennis clubs.
Culture clubs are also available. Students can join the brass band art broadcasting calligraphy or home economics club.
The school overlooks the city. On clear days you can see the Seto Inland Sea. This view makes 市立祇園中学校 a special place to learn.