Mount Vernon High School - Surveyor Yearbook (Alexandria, VA)

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Surveying the Past Recognizing the old axiom that the past is prologue, these pages represent a unique endeavor to reflect past efforts which have contributed, in some way, to the development of our traditions, our academic life, and our futures. T . A displaced principal, Mr. Landes, awaits completion of his In the spring of 1946, the Junior-Senior Prom was held at the new office. Willard Hotel in Washington, D.C. 8

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a Great Man As a school administrator, Mr. Landes has gained the re¬ spect and love of all who have had the privilege of working with him. He has spent many long hours working with students to help them find themselves and arriving at a proper goal in life. As a religious man and an ordained Minister, Mr. Landes inspires both young and old from the pulpit each Sunday.

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Austere surroundings but enthusiastic attitudes earmarked Mrs. Parrish’s early library. In 1952, the scene changed as work progressed on a new auditorium, cafeteria, and library. These distinguished students were members of the Student Government Legislative Department in 1946. 9