Collingswood High School - Knight Yearbook (Collingswood, NJ)

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A Glimpse Cf History . . . X41 . The 75th Anniversary Q Qi 1981 marks the 75th anniversary of C.H.S. There have been many changes since the first graduating class in 1906, not only in buildings, but also in academ- ics. The class of 1906 graduated from the present Robert Zane school on Haddon Avenue. In 1912, three course selections were offered in the areas of academic, business, and general studies. However, at this time, one could not choose the individual classes one attended. In each of the three separate categories, the same classes were given to everyone. The years 1917-1918 marked the be- ginning of the music departments and the Glee Club. As the community grew, more and more students were being enrolled, so in 1914 a junior high was built. lt was then that a switch from the four-year high school plan to the three-year junior and three-year senior high school system was made. The first Honor Roll was instituted in 1929 and has carried through to the pre- sent day with the recent addition of the Progress Roll. The school colors of blue and gold were adopted in 1930. Also during this year the Colls High News started. In 1931, the stadium was built to complete the picture of our athletic field. Cheerleading began in 1931, also, and has continued to rally Colls' spirit to the present day. The Quill and Scroll was introduced in 1931 to give recognition to high school journalists. Today, though, the Quill and Scroll and Calls High News no longer exist. The Band, Drum, and Bugle Corps formed in 1934. Diplomas changed in 1936. That year 8 by 11 diplomas were prepared in place of the 17 by 22 ones. This new size was in the form of a folder and enclosed in an envelope. The chief advantage of this change was that the diploma was now easier to transport by mail or to carry. ln 1937, the Varsity Club and the Na- tional Honor Society came into being. The A Capella Choir was instituted this year, also. 1938 marked the first year of girls' league competition tennis. 1939 started the Driver's Ed program, and it also initiated assembly programs. And, in 1940, Student Council began. The school day was lengthened in 1942 from dismissal at 2:30 p.m. until at 3:00 p.m., and again lengthened in 1944 by starting at 8:25 a.m. instead of 8:40 a.m. The present Collingswood High School opened in 1962. It offered a language lab, intercom system, department offices, lab-lecture rooms, and a recording studio. Today, C.H.S. is still progressing. Many new classes have been added to the curriculum over the years. For example, a one-semester personal use typing class started in 1970 to prepare those going to college. In the history department, eco- nomics and, this year, a study of Ameri- can wars were added. The home econom- ics program was enlarged the most, though, with the additions of courses in housing and design, sportswear, tailoring, crafts for home decorating, cultural foods, bachelor living, and women today. Also, another feature to attract students is the beauty culture program. New clubs are also beginning. Two new clubs are the ski club and the computer club. Collingswood has always had a 6-week grading period. However, graduation re' quirements have changed over the years. In past years, only 63 credits were re- quired to graduate. Today 80 credits are needed. Certain classes are also now re- quired for graduation. These classes are the following: 3 years of English, 2 years of American history, 2 years of math, and 3 years of physical education. Collingswood is a school rich in tradi- tion, but, as one can see, it also stays in step with the times. It progresses and changes to meet the needs of its students. However, no matter how many changes are made to buildings or programs, one thing remains the same the proud blue and gold spirit of Collingswood!

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