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Stone High School provides classes in math, science and social studies. It offers a variety of programs in foreign language, fine arts and health education. The school has a library that provides access to a range of books and reading materials. Stone High School also operates the Beta Club. The school offers opportunities to participate in several student organizations, such as the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America and a student council. In addition, it organizes several athletic activities in football, baseball, softball and soccer. The school provides guidance counseling, special education and food services. Stone High School is a part of Stone County Schools.

University of Southern Mississippi, founded in 1910, offers education to more than 15,000 students in various graduate, undergraduate and associate degree programs. The various programs offered by the university include aerospace studies, anthropology, sociology, English, foreign languages, history, mass communication and journalism, accountancy, economics, finance and international business, and management and marketing. It also offers courses in computer science, art and design, music, philosophy and religion, political science and paralegal studies, engineering technology, psychology and tourism management. The sports activities offered by the university include baseball, basketball, golf, ice hockey, football, cross country, tennis, track and field, and volleyball. It provides various services to students, including financial assistance, career planning, campus placements, and dining and recreational facilities. University of Southern Mississippi is located in Long Beach, Miss., and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.