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Saturday, May 21, 2011

Viewfinder: Highland Middle School's Forever Scot Celebration

At the end of this school year, Highland Middle School will close its doors for good.

The Highland Middle School Forever Scot Celebration drew a huge crowd Thursday to celebrate the legacy of 75 years of teaching and learning. Students, both present and past, joined staff members and parents in a night filled with memories, food, fun and entertainment.  Former student Howard Armstrong celebrated on his 87th birthday his 8th-grade graduation that took place on May 20, 1938.  Carol Hayden who attended all day kindergarten during the 1944-1945 school year shared memories with long time friend Dan Aldrich who was in 1st-grade in 1941. Former art teacher Larry Cece was added to the Wall of Honor in a special ceremony before a standing room only crowd in the cafeteria. Participants enjoyed hot dogs and ice cream while sharing …

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