Gratz High School - Gratzonian Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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,Simon Hfmdg ,Schvnl When the school officially opened its doors for learning, Mr. I. Elwood Calhoun became its first principal. Subsequent to his death on February 8, l938, the office was filled by Dr. E. Carl Werner, a former head of the Commercial Department and at the time a Iunior l-ligh School principal. lt is under his expert guidance and supervision that our school has continued its progress. By work- ing with the students and the faculty, Dr. Werner has given the school a cooperative, friendly, and pleasant spirit. lt is this deep- centered spirit which makes Gratz students different from students of other high schools. Early in the history of our school, the new student body, together with the teachers, or- ganized a student government, now known to all of us as the Students Association Throughout the years it has steadily im- proved with each class, and today it is the heart of all student activity. L. - . Sgtii gfr j ' gc fifijigL.j?,fwl'- 5 .ffiisffis '5t-f1f'bffr'f'- , - .. .. . M., ff, in 5? gi xv ln the course of years our school has been noted for its excellent athletic teams: foot- ball, basketball, swimming, baseball, soccer, and today we have just reason to be proud of our tennis team. A democratic school, like a democratic nation, must express its views through the press, The voice of our opinions is ably exe pressed through the 'lSpotlight, which is one of the best school papers among all the high schools of Philadelphia. Today, graduates of Simon Gratz are fight- ing in all corners of the globe, to help pre- serve the teachings of citizenship and de- mocracy that Simon Cfratz High has taught them. Since our school was built, thousands of students have received an education not only in community living, but have learned also to become essential aids in the con- struction and shaping of a democratic way of living for millions of people throughout the world. .. xl t:QgLf.,f'Q'1f M 2 . ffm- 'Mb i f .. .1 wi - , 4, .- -1 K -- '

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TO THE CLASS OF IUNE 1945: I congratulate you upon the attainment ot high school graduation in these very trying and tragic years. Your class is the second class in the Gratz High School to have known only the high tensions and emotional disturbances of war as the normal background ot your e.ntire three-year high school career. You have experienced disruptions not only in school but in the changes that war brings in the regular course of family lite. Relatives have been called to service with the armed forces, parents have served in War plants on day and night shifts, and many new responsibilities and War services have de- manded your attention. You have, nevertheless, persevered and reached your goal. lt is true that your daily schedules have been heavier because of the addition of war electives and requirements. These courses, however, will help you to adjust yourselves more easily and quickly to the immediate needs ot the future. Your class has achieved a very fine record. I am confident that tho qualities which have brought you success in school work will bring you also happiness and success in all the years to follow. Sincerely yours, Z QJNJ L.Af-Lnfvuqg Principal.