Grimsley High School - Whirligig Yearbook (Greensboro, NC)

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IN RARE MOMENT of complete relaxation, Mr. Routh enjoys conversation with a group of Grimsley students. DISTINGUISHED PORTRAIT (above) of Mr. Routh is presented (below) by 1952 graduates at Class Day assembly.

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May 23,1969 Mr. A. P. Routh Grimsley Senior High School Westover Terrace Greensboro, North Carolina Dear Mr. Routh, In a very few days we who comprise the Class of 1969 will assemble for our graduation exercises, and you will address us as the last class to graduate under your principalship. At that time we shall experience mingled feelings of joy and sorrow as we conclude a meaningful three-year association with you. For the past thirty-six years you have helped Grimsley to expand and progress. As a concerned administrator, you have been alert to every variation in Grimsley s scenes and moods. Her problems, failures, and triumphs have merited your daily attention and interest. In your earnest efforts toward “excellence in education,” you have encouraged superior standards, initiated valuable courses, and promoted worthwhile activities. Your personal demonstrations of scholarship, service, skill , sportsmanship, sociability, spirit , and success have impressed and influenced the lives of countless Whir lies. To you, Mr. Routh, as an expression of our lasting admiration and appreciation, we proudly dedicate the 1969 WHIRLIGIG. Sincerely, Uhe Calais oj 1969 Eight

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contents prologue . (5 scholarship . 18 service . 3(5 skill. 70 sportsmanship .lOO sociability . 128 spirit . 142 success.24 5 FACES of Mr. and Mrs. Routh reflect their devotion and the serenity of a home they have made pleasurable to countless friends.