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Memories of Union High: An Oasis in Caroline County, Virginia, 1903-1969 - Paperback
by Marion Woodfork Simmons (Author)
2012 National Indie Excellence Book Awards Finalist
Memories of Union High uses archival research, remembrances from alums, faculty, family, and friends, excerpts from school newspapers and yearbooks, and over 100 photographs and other memorabilia to bring the school's history to life.
In 1895, Caroline County Sunday School Union members implemented a plan to build and operate a secondary school for black children in Caroline County, Virginia. The school, named initially Bowling Green Industrial Academy, then Caroline County Training School, and finally Union High School, served as the only secondary school for black children in the county from 1903 to 1969.
Union High alumni speak fondly of their school. Along with church and home, it was an important institution in their community. The administration and faculty nurtured, supported, and encouraged the students. They held them to high standards and expected them to excel. Parents and members of the community strove to support the school in every way possible. The school served all members of the community, not just students.
For many, Union High was an oasis that sheltered the students from the hardships of growing up in a segregated society and provided them with a solid foundation to become productive citizens. The last group of students graduated from Union High School on June 5, 1969. At the start of the 1969-1970 school year, black and white students attended the school, renamed Bowling Green Senior High School when the Caroline County School system became integrated.
Memories of Union High is a fitting tribute to the people associated with Union High and a good history lesson for those unfamiliar with the school.
Author Biography
Marion Woodfork Simmons is a family historian who became interested in the local history of Caroline County, Virginia while researching her family history. Learn more about her research at http: //www.woodforkgenealogy.com and http: //discoveringyesterday.wordpress.com.
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by Marion Woodfork Simmons (Author)
2012 National Indie Excellence Book Awards Finalist
Memories of Union High uses archival research, remembrances from alums, faculty, family, and friends, excerpts from school newspapers and yearbooks, and over 100 photographs and other memorabilia to bring the school's history to life.
In 1895, Caroline County Sunday School Union members implemented a plan to build and operate a secondary school for black children in Caroline County, Virginia. The school, named initially Bowling Green Industrial Academy, then Caroline County Training School, and finally Union High School, served as the only secondary school for black children in the county from 1903 to 1969.
Union High alumni speak fondly of their school. Along with church and home, it was an important institution in their community. The administration and faculty nurtured, supported, and encouraged the students. They held them to high standards and expected them to excel. Parents and members of the community strove to support the school in every way possible. The school served all members of the community, not just students.
For many, Union High was an oasis that sheltered the students from the hardships of growing up in a segregated society and provided them with a solid foundation to become productive citizens. The last group of students graduated from Union High School on June 5, 1969. At the start of the 1969-1970 school year, black and white students attended the school, renamed Bowling Green Senior High School when the Caroline County School system became integrated.
Memories of Union High is a fitting tribute to the people associated with Union High and a good history lesson for those unfamiliar with the school.
Author Biography
Marion Woodfork Simmons is a family historian who became interested in the local history of Caroline County, Virginia while researching her family history. Learn more about her research at http: //www.woodforkgenealogy.com and http: //discoveringyesterday.wordpress.com.
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