Montpelier High School - Record Yearbook (Montpelier, VT)

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FOREWORD A LOOK AT THE RECORD Montpelier’s first high school occupied the top floor of the old Washington County Grammar School. However, the walls were not elastic enough to stretch in proportion to the number of students desiring a high school education; so in 1910 the decision was made to break ground for Montpelier’s first high school building. By 1913 Montpelier High School was a reality. The 390 students who entered the new brick building, which had a seating capacity of 400, were the first to wear and cheer our colors, green and white. They were also the first to sing our song, “Montpelier High”. Football, basketball, and baseball games as well as track meets received the en- thusiastic support of students and faculty. Off to a flying start, we captured state championships in both football and basketball. Lest anyone think that we were, or are, muscle-bound, a look at the Records will show that music, dramatics, as- sembly programs, journalism, student government, library experience, and teaching as a profession are very impor- tant to M. H. S. students. Of course, since 1913 some acti- vities have replaced others as our interests have changed; but always our pride in our school has kept alive the extra- curricular activities. As a matter of fact, the Record began life as a school newspaper and continued until the Solon- scope was organized. Yes, M. H. S. has known many changes in administra- tion, faculty, students, courses, and activities. Regardless of any changes which may occur in the future, it is certain that the enthusiastic and loyal spirit of the students of M. H. S. will neither change nor be forgotten.

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Superintendent Donald W. McClelland We, the Class of 1953, dedicate our Record to Mr. McClelland in appreciation of his quiet humor, his extensive scholarship, and his sincere interest in us during his eight years of service as Superintendent of the Montpelier Schools. — FOUR —

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THE RECORD 1953 TABLE OF CONTENTS DEDICATION FOREWORD RECORD BOARD FACULTY SENIOR CLASS CLASS HISTORY WHEN WE WERE VERY YOUNG CLASS WILL CLASS PROPHECY CLASS SONG SENIOR ELECTIONS UNDERCLASSMEN ACTIVITIES SPORTS ADVERTISEMENTS — SIX —