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We, the members of the 1955 graduating class, dedicate this annual to the memory of Mr. J. Leon Codd. To us, Mr. Codd is a legend; a symbol of truth and devotion; a man of high principles and understanding. We regret that we did not know him, but we will never forget the things he did to make Woodrow Wilson the wonderful school it is. Mr. Codd was Portsmouth born. He was educated at the old Academy, and went to William and Mary College. He returned to Portsmouth High School where he taught and later became prin- cipal. It was an old classic school with a very small faculty and only a few students. English, Latin, science and history were the main subjects, and only one extracurricular activity, The Student Club, was in existence in the early days. At this time Portsmouth was growing so rapidly that, to meet the demands, a new high school was built, and it was nam d Woodrow Wilson. Mr. Codd left behind at Portsmouth High School many of the old customs and set out to build Wilson into a more modern school. It was his task to organize the teachers and students from the city proper os well as those from newly annexed territories. He encouraged new clubs and expanded sports, which were a part of the school ' s activities. During this time the Student came into being, and in 1924, the first annual was published. Many clubs were organized, and the whole curriculum was expanded. Subjects like art and manual train- ing were introduced to the Wilson student. These were formative years, for Woodrow Wilson was being shaped and molded by the expert hands of Mr. Codd. We are leaving Wilson. Those who remain will go on to the new high school. We do not know what the future will hold, but as we think of the post, we sense the spirit of a man walking along the halls, glancing contentedly at the fruits of his efforts. a The real foundation of Wilson was not laid by contractors, foundation of truth and wisdom that binds true Wilsonites in a It was laid by Mr. Codd, and is union that no one can destroy. I J 4 .
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Woodrow Wilson High School Portsmouth, Virginia PORTSMOUTH PUBLIC LIBRARY PORTSMOUTH. VIO ' -’ .-
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