Regina High School - Regina Ancile Yearbook (Norwood, OH)

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A , W190 t it- lrll';f;,v1i't779i 1- Regina High School 1928-1977 The Regina tradition was begun when the Archbishop of Cincinnati made known to the Sisters of the Precious Blood the urgent need for a girls' high school to be built to serve the eastern section of Cincinnati. In loving service the sisters purchased ground for the new school at the corner of Fenwick and Quatman Avenues from the Archdiocese with the stipulation that the completed building would match in color and style those of Mt. St. Mary Seminary located on Moeller Avenue. Plans for the school of 500 and convent, as the Sisters wished it to be built, were drawn by Schulte 8: Crowe, architects, under the direction of Mother Agreda and Sister Mary Grace Pratt, who would serve as the school's first principal. Buff brick trimmed with Indiana limestone was selected for its construction and the school was built in late Italian Renaissance style. The cornerstone of Regina High School was laid on April 25, 1928, and on October 11 its doors opened officially to 249 girls, nine of whom were seniors. On March 9, 1929, the ceremony unveiling the statue of Our Lady, Regina Coeli, the patroness of Regina, took place. On that day the statue was placed in the niche at the main entrance of the school--a position it has continued to occupy. As the Sisters of the Precious Blood, alumnae, students, and friends of Regina look back over forty-nine years, they can readily perceive that the school has grown in leaps and bounds. This, of necessity, has entailed much transformation. The curriculum has undergone change with more courses being offered to the students and additional teaching methods being employed to make the educational process more in keeping with today's world. Courses are geared to the various abilities and interests of the students. Academic, business, and various other programs of the finest quality have always been strong points in the tradition of Regina High School. The assemblies and extra offerings through the years have added to the development of the girls. As the school closes, we can be proud that the Reginian has been introduced to many varied experiences all bringing her to a deeper understanding of her Christian role in contemporary society. As the pages of Regina's history flow past, we come to a deep sense of gratitude to Almighty God for the many wonderful experiences and friendships He has bestowed upon us. We know the loyal dedication of the many Sisters of the Precious Blood and other faculty and staff; we have come to appreciate the deep and lasting love of classmates for each other; we realize the Holy Spirit has truly been active at Regina High School. We pray that for many years the spirit of the school will live and fill the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to have been touched by the essence of Regina--May God Bless You.