Greensville County High School - Riparian Yearbook (Emporia, VA)

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c half cpjrfaru of smict. The RIPARIAN STAFF salutes the faculty of 1911 for their constant endeavors and for their contributions toward the expansion of the Greensville County school system. The Riparian Staff also salutes the 1961 faculty which the students consider as one of the very best. The teachers have given much of their time, effort and consideration to the welfare of the students. On behalf of the students, the Riparian Staff wishes to acknowledge these teachers for their patience and devoted service.

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We remember It is with heart-felt appreciation that we pause to pay tribute to these superintendents of Greens¬ ville County schools who have served untiringly to promote the educational opportunities in our community. Henry Maclin 1897-1929 General E. E. Goodwyn 1929-1930 Dr. C. K. Holsinger 1930-1938 Herbert L. Webb 1938-1950 Esmond R. Riedel 1950-1961

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■H In the year 1908 the conscientious citizens of Greensville County decided that they did, indeed, need an establishment of higher learn¬ ing. As a result of this decision the first Greensville County Elementary and high- school building was erected on South Main Street. During the preceding years teachers had instructed students of the rural areas in any site available. Even in town, the county ' s only high school was a warehouse. The modern brick building was regarded with pride by the inhabitants of Emporia as an appropriate symbol of their diligent efforts. At last a suitable place for the proper education of their children had been established. A place of advancement of themselves and their county in the future had been their ultimate goal, and that they had achieved. So well did the county grow and prosper that in 1916 a separate high-school building was erected. The pupils in no way disappointed their elders. In scholastic, as well as extracurricu¬ lar activities, which were commenced, the students were exceptional. Football, basket¬ ball, baseball, and track teams, now the pride of the entire school, began their upward climb under the expert guidance of their first coach. With the help and inspiration of experienced, qualified teachers, students regarded with zeal their daily studies. In time, however, the county outgrew the old building, requiring the erection of a new building in 1952 of which they could be equally as proud. The athletic teams organized in 1908 reached their highest triumph of district wins with new equipment offered by their new school. The clubs, offering rhetorical contests and debates, reflected the skills developed in the class rooms. Now, as always, Emporia can be proud of her schools. The buildings, both old and new, are an influencing factor. Greensville County High School has been and always will be one of those at the top.