Harry Madison “Prof” Hurst – Image

Harry Madison “Prof” Hurst - Image

Harry Madison “Prof” Hurst arrived at Destrehan High in 1930 and remained for 36 years. He served as a teacher and coach before being appointed principal. Mr. Hurst is remembered as a quiet, dignified gentleman. A school named in his honor, Harry M. Hurst Middle School, is located on the site of the original Destrehan High School—his workplace and his home for so many years.