Northwest Classen High School - Round Table Yearbook (Oklahoma City, OK)

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.R CROSSING the picturesque patio between classes is a refreshing, pleasant experience for hundreds of Knights each day. n Tenth Year 2 5 2 Rfk' 35 rie al Rf' ,M ....Y Aga, -F-4, 3 ly lm I . W- s :..Q2'3 ' as .4 i do V. It ul S5 A K ,, ., S.. 7 an aijxjjti- ' ri ', HMT . .W Q gfgftgw gig Q ' f ,1 it -10 .sail 5 5,12 s, , A Q. ..-. -- . , 1 . l Wah , Z' ,U ,,i1, ,,,,, we SINCE Pat Robinson and Johnny Harris entered the newly-com- CONCEPTION of the new high school followed by all the pleted Northwest Classen that first day in 1955 a wealth of phases of construction covered a two-year period. traditions has been established.

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IN ITS FIRST YEAR, Northwest's patio looks bleak and barren compared with today's beautifully landscaped campus. I Dream High School Still Showplace NOTED FOR taking pride in their school grounds, Knights are reminded to keep off the grass by David Capron, Student Council building and grounds chairman. IN SEPTEMBER 1955, Oklahoma City's dream high school -the new Classen-opened its doors to 1,820 stu- dents and 73 teachers. Covering a 40-acre tract, cost of the original plant approached 34,000,000 Following the letting of bids on December 3, 1953, months of study of outstanding buildings throughout the country preceded actual construction. No effort was spared in incorporating unique architecture, combined with mod- ern, utilitarian design. The result was a school plant that has remained a showplace for a constant stream of visitors for ten years. The name Northwest was not added to the building un- til 1960. Many patrons had attended the original Classen, they were eager to retain its name for the famous new school. Some opposition was voiced before the name was changed to avoid constant confusion with what was then referred to as Old Classen . Enrollment increased beyond expectations and physical facilities were constantly improved in an effort to meet the needs of Knightland's growing population. In 1964 a S350,000 addition, containing 12 badly needed class- rooms, was occupied. Today Northwest Classen, with its 3,200 students and 105 teachers, stands maiestically on a gently sloping hill, surrounded by a beautifully landscaped campus. It is con- sidered an important landmark in this growing metropolis. But the building is much more than stone and mortar. ln ten short years, this educational institution has achieved tremendous state and national recognition. The name Northwest Classen is spoken with pride and heard with respect. ln one decade, significant traditions have been estab- lished, high academic standards have been set and the record of accomplishment has propelled NWC forward to its present status.

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RESPLENDENT with color, the fountain in The patio is The most beautiful spot the campus at nighi. FOREWORD Today is The momenfary bridge ThaT links Yesferday and Tomorrow. Commemorafing a n'1ilesTone in school hisfory, These pages record The happenings of a school year. May They recall The pleasures of Those evenfs and also be a reminder of our obligaTions To Those who have gone before Us