One of the longest-serving teachers at Newmarket High School was William Stoddart Elliott. Elliott was born in Copper Cliff, raised in Parry Sound and eventually made his home on Elmer Avenue in the Beaches area of Toronto. One would generally call him “sir” when speaking to him but “Wild Bill” when speaking among one’s classmates. Elliott…
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Legacy Of Newmarket Teacher Lives On In Students, Community
In 1981, when I attended the 110th reunion of Newmarket High School, I was given a gift of a special reunion yearbook written by my uncle, George Luesby, published for the occasion. Everyone who attends a school reunion secretly longs to see their old teachers again and perhaps connect on a more personal level with them….
Booming ’50s Created Need For Second High School In Newmarket
This weekend, I will tie up a few odds and ends regarding my series on the history of Newmarket High School, which I first started writing for Newmarket Today back in 2018. You can go to the Remember This section to catch up on any of segments that you may have missed. Let us begin with a…
Newmarket High’s Literary Society Launched Decades Of Cultural Activities
Three extracurricular activities have contributed immensely to our high school experiences. For this article, I’ll be highlighting the years leading up to my time at high school, and in the future, will detail additional activities and years. Let’s look at the literary society, and music and drama clubs, and the yearbook at Newmarket High School. The…
Mass Resignation By Newmarket High Teachers In 1974 Set Record For Longest Strike
This weekend on Newmarket Today, I return to the subject of Newmarket High, in particular the administration and staff who play such a significant role in the success or failure of one’s high school experience. Many of the events mentioned will be remembered by those who attended the school over the years. I will examine…
‘Lovers Of Antiquity’: What Does The Future Hold For Historical Societies?
An issue that occupies my mind as I get older is exactly how we will be most effective in our efforts to preserve our local heritage for coming generations. I have found myself racing against time to share as much local heritage information with the community as I can while I am still able to…
History of Newmarket High School 3
THIRD HIGH SCHOOL (1894 – 1928) Immediately following the fire of March 16, 1893 plans were begun for a replacement. Mr. Oliver E. Tench* was engaged as architect and Wm. Cane and Sons were awarded the contract for construction. *Architect for King George and Stuart Scott Schools and associate architect for Pickering College. At 4…
History of Newmarket High School 2
INTRODUCTION DEVELOPMENT OF EDUCATION IN ONTARIO The early Grammar Schools in Upper Canada or Canada West (Ontario) provided haphazard education. A Grammar School had been established in Newmarket in 1843 but until 1853 there had been no official course, no school inspectors, and no local tax revenue to support education. The qualifications for admittance to…
Sir Mulock One Of Newmarket Grammar School’s Eminent Alumnus
In this second article in a series on the history of Newmarket High School, let’s look at the Grammar School on Millard Avenue, precursor to the high school. The establishment of the Grammar School system was accomplished by statute in 1807 for the Province of Upper Canada. Early Newmarket families felt the need for…
History of Newmarket High School 1
CONTENTS FOREWARD Page 1 DEVELOPMENT OF EDUCATION IN ONTARIO Page 6 GRAMMAR HIGH SCHOOL 1843 to 1875 Page 9 – 12 SECOND HIGH SCHOOL 1877 to 1893 Page 13 – 15 THIRD HIGH SCHOOL 1894 to 1928 Page 16 – 18 FOURTH HIGH SCHOOL 1929 Page 19 – 20 FORMATION OF HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICTS Page 21 – 22 NORTH WING…
