Blue Ridge School for Boys - Blue Ridgian Yearbook (Hendersonville, NC)

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History Of The School Blue Ridge School was founded in 1914 by Mr. Joseph R. Sandifer, who, until the time of his death in 1956, was owner and headmaster. When Mr. Sandifer passed away, his wife, Mrs. J. R. Sandifer, took charge of the school from 1956 until the late months of 1963, at which time it was leased from her by The Blue Ridge Educational Foundation, a newly formed organi¬ zation composed of individuals interested in the school’s progress. The puqDose of this transfer was to enable the school to continue, prosper, and grow. Had it not been for the insight of such men as Mr. John R. Brooks, Dr. Bolyston Green, and many others, this rebirth of a wonderful institu¬ tion might never have taken place. As a college preparatory school. Blue Ridge has, throughout the years, sent most of its graduates on to various colleges. In this way, the school’s enrollment has been largely re¬ stricted to boys expecting to continue their edu¬ cation in colleges and universities. Although the majority of the students have normally come from the Carolinas and immedi¬ ately adjoining states, there have always been a number of students from more distance areas. Altogether, thirty-five states and fifteen foreign countries have been represented. There have been many noticeable changes around Blue Ridge since The Foundation took charge. And this is only the beginning. In a very short time. Blue Ridge will see many others planned to improve facilities and effectiveness. The most noticeable of the changes which have already taken place, is the new senior system. Under this, the seniors take charge of much of the discipline of the underclassmen. Each year, four proctors are appointed by the faculty and The Board of trustees to make sure that the seniors carry out their duties to the best of their ability. Also, for the first time, a senior is managing the student store. By introducing this system, Mr. Preston and Mr. Singletary believed that the boys would mature more rapidly and be better prepared for the challenges which lie ahead. Although this system is an innovation at Blue Ridge, it has proved itself effective and useful. Thus, our school is taking measures to meet the needs of present students and plan for a challenging future. 12

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Board Of Trustees JOHN M. PRESTON C. G. GUNTER JAMES W. DUFF W. H. MORRISON, JR. , DR. J. M. OWINGS