Phenix High School - Pirateer Yearbook (Hampton, VA)

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Schvvl History The opening of the George P. Phenix Training School on September 14, 1931 marked an outstanding achievement in the enlargement of educational facilities for the city of Hampton. lt incorporated the Whittier Elementary School and the old Hampton High School into an impressive new building open to all Negro children in Elizabeth City County In addition to educating some 600 students a year, it also serves as a workshop for Hampton Institute students planning to teach. Phenix is dedicated to the memory of George Perley Phenix, fourth principal and first president of Hampton In- stitute, whose wise planning made the school possible. His death on October 4, 1930 ended twenty-six years of service dedicated to the cause of Negro education. Since its beginning, Phenix has always stressed a higher level of learning which accounts for the fact that many of its students have, since graduation, succeeded in furthering their education and securing jobs in all parts of the country.

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R TRIM The class of 1959 proudly dedicates this issue of the PIRATEER to our principal and friend, Mr. Glenn W. Stevenson. Endowed with natural kindness, a keen sense of fairness, and rare pa- tience, he is always available to listen to our problems and to offer understanding advice and encouragement. Though we can never repay him for the distinguished leadership he has given us, it is our sincere hope that this yearbook will be a symbol of our appreciation to the Good Captain of a Good Ship.