King John and the Abbot of Canterbury (l. 24). She worked with other teachers to outline the Civilizations that we might study and each grade level was assigned a civilization. The Love family gave SHS exceptional athletes. Aaron and his wife, Peggy, remained generous philanthropists not only to Southfield but to a number of other charitable organizations. Mrs. Weaver received her BFA from the University of Cincinnati. . After finishing college and fighting for the US Army in the Korean war, Mr. Haynes finally returned home to Shreveport to take on the family business and to start a family of his own. Simlaks mother, Ann, passed away in 1998, so those memories hold special meaning. He was a three-time West Division all-star. In recognition of the new beginnings, the school is adopting a new mascot the Warriors as well as a new name Southfield A & T (Southfield High School for the Arts and Technology) and a combination of the two schools colors: red, white and blue. Southfield High School Alumni Search ; Powered by Classmates.com Virtual Yearbook Click Here to Register Tiffany Davis Class of 1992 Kwame Muhammad Class of 1990 Lisa Geisler-van Antwerp Class of 1975 Dan Fitzgerald Class of 1974 Kathy Mctigue Class of 1962 Adolf Winkelbauer Class of 1960 Michael Traison Yearbooks from Classmates.com Read and submit stories about our classmates from Southfield High School, post achievements and news about our alumni, and post photos of our fellow Blue Jays. Notable Alumni. Students benefit from a challenging, college-preparatory education grounded on the principles of the Bible, Southfield Christian School . Laura has been the guiding force behind the Suzuki Satellite program at Southfield School, a program unique to Southfield in our community. Having grown up in St. Louis, she had traveled parts of the trails earlier in life. University High School Academy The U: Home of the Soaring Eagles! She competed in the USA Volleyball program at the regional and Continental levels and competed for the US Teams in Croatia and Italy. Debbie Schlussel(c/o 1986), attorney and political commentator. Here is a recap of the schools greatest athletes from the past six and a half decades of Blue Jay sports history, according to a panel of past athletic directors from Southfield High School who were interviewed by The Southfield Jay: (Baseball, Football) Simmons is considered one of the best hitting catchers in Major League baseball history, and he honed his skills at Southfield High. you have Aaron Love, play basketball football, and track, all 4 years at SHS. See the link to related stories on the bottom of this story. Carolyn Krieger-Cohen, 60, of West Bloomfield is a 1974 Southfield-Lathrup grad. Beginning with the 20052006 school year, a dress code was instituted at the high school level, finalizing the process of bringing all of the Southfield Public Schools district under a dress code policy. Jacques L. Wiener, Jr. was born in Shreveport and attended Southfield from 1940-1948. Simmons also played football for the Blue Jays in high school. Eric Coleman Southfield High School In an extra room at South Highlands Elementary, he and 19 fellow classmates were part of the new progressive school of Shreveport, started by several local families. He was 1985 Michigan Class A State Champion in the 400-meters. This list may not reflect recent changes . The athletic field (baseball diamond) of Southfield High School is dedicated to Ted. He officiated in the 1990 and 1999 World Series, as well as the 1984 and 1994 All-Star Games. He attended Southfield 1940-48 for first through eighth grades. Football, Wrestling, Track and Field He was selected by the St. Louis Cardinals as their first round pick in the 1967 Major League Baseball Draft. All the girls would follow him around as we would walk through the halls.. The school was founded in 1951. No recognition needed. She was also president of the class of 1990, a softball player and a member of several clubs. Goldstein was an honors trumpet player in all of the bands and Orchestraand was also a member of the first Charger Marching Band. Mrs. Janet Bliss Butcher began teaching kindergarten at Southfield School in 1946. AP United States History Students are also given summer reading. He was awarded the State Department Meritorious Award and the State Department Distinguished Honor Award. He won aGrey Cupchampionship in2001with theCalgary Stampeders, and then again in2006with theBC Lions. These individuals will be considered for induction into the Southfield Public Schools Legacy Hall of Fame, which will be located in Southfield High for the Arts & Technology and on the Southfield Lathrup Campus. He is the first, and thus far only, honored Lifetime Trustee. Kenson Siver He is best known for his kind and generous leadership as a coach. Please help improve this article by adding citations to reliable sources. The athletic field (baseball diamond) of Southfield High School is dedicated to Ted. He went on to graduate from South Kent School in Connecticut and then Princeton University with a bachelor's degree in philosophy and history. Debbie Appel 1985-1989. Ira Newble = Good Guy [Archive] RealCavsFans, Michael Stone Official New England Patriots Biography, Southfield Lathrup Senior High School Alumni, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Southfield-Lathrup_High_School&oldid=1136211118, Southfield-Lathrup High School Marching Band, This page was last edited on 29 January 2023, at 07:45. Beginning the summer of 2006, all summer reading work was required to be submitted through mydropbox.com, an online plagiarism screening service. One of the things that they talked about was the study of ancient civilizations. (2004-08) and Hamilton (2009-2010), recording a total 588 tackles and 39 sacks. Dr. Michelle Forbes (c/o 1985), Fulbright scholar,Garifuna historical linguist, Gabriel Watson(c/o 2002), football player,MichiganDT, NFLArizona Cardinals, Ira Newble(c/o 1993), forward for theLos Angeles Lakers, Karriem Riggins, jazz drummer and former member of the Ray Brown Trio, Spencer Overton(c/o 1986), law professor, voting rights expert, and author, Mert Rich(c/o 1965), Actor Writer/ProducerCheers, SCTV, 3 time Emmy winner, Dan Montgomery (c/o 1987), world famous ragtime pianist, 5th at the world ragtime competition 2010, Somnath Chowdhury (c/o 1998), 2 time Grand Award Winner at the Science and Engineering Fair of Metropolitan Detroit in 1997 and 1998 Ted Simmons Southfield Public Schools is actively seeking to identify individuals who have made outstanding contributions to athletics and education and have helped bring excellence and distinction to the district. Food Service More. Southfield-Lathrup's enrollment plunged from 1,605 in 2002-03 to 800 this year, while Southfield High went from 1,535 to 1,047 students. Featured in Sports Illustrated. 2018 My daughter sometimes plays with them, Simlak says. Janet returned to Southfield in 1963 as a 4-year-old preschool teacher. Hank Moulder (posthumous) If you see your name among the La Habra High School graduates, someone is looking for you! G House contains the Arts and Communications Academy, Band Room, Choir Room, Piano Laboratory, Art Studios, Dance Studios, and the auditorium. Carolyn Krieger-Cohen, 60, of West Bloomfield is a 1974 Southfield-Lathrup grad. Jason L. Tolbert (c/o 1995), television producer. Alumni-Sponsored Website http://www.alumniclass.com/southfield Class of 1975 For more information contact: Karen Blum-Paulisin 248-540-3562 He went on to graduate from South Kent School in Connecticut and then Princeton University with a bachelors degree in philosophy and history. Simmons broke Johnny Benchs nine-year run as the starting catcher for the National League All-Star team when he was elected to be the starting catcher for the National League in the 1978 All-Star Game. Roe was behind the plate for the final game at Tiger Stadium. Southfield High School 248-722-1438 He is in the Eastern Michigan University Hall of Fame as a baseball player. ; Daniel Gilbert, Owner of the Cleveland Cavaliers, founder of Quicken Loans ; Billy Whitehouse, c/o 1988, actor. He was raised in Shreveport, LA and attended Southfield School. Sheldon Yellen. I reconnected with my prom date from S-L on Facebook two years ago and we are now happily married :-). They worked together on everything from lesson planning to building electric cities to putting together plays. On the council, Hussey drafted the rules to govern city council proceedings. Even though there will be a new school emerging this fall, these athletes left their mark. As a mom of four sons at Southfield, Laura was also an active volunteer at the School. The websites and events are not sponsored by Southfield Public Schools. Your Alumni Association dues help maintain the archives for Southfield School. Kudos to you and your staff. Naval Intelligence Officer in Japan. With his lovely wife Minette, he went on to have 3 children who all attended Southfield: Minette, Kathy, and James III. He received a law degree from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge before entering the U.S. Army as a First Lieutenant. Over the last four decades, she has attended high school reunions and kept in touch with many former classmates. Oddly, the second floors of these wings are not attached to each other. Bill Adler (c/o 1969), writer and hip-hop activist. The names listed below are alumni who have been searched for on this site from La Habra High Schoolin La Habra, California . Each year the district will identify individuals who have made outstanding contributions to athletics and education and have helped bring excellence and distinction to the district. Michael Stone, Retired Safety, for both the New England Patriots, and more recently the New York Giants. Each year the district will identify individuals who have made outstanding contributions to athletics and education and have helped bring excellence and distinction to the district. As a personal friend of Hazel Kytle and a teacher and parent during Southfields earliest years, Frances McMillan Schierer is an important link to the Schools past. Southgate Anderson High School Titans. Erica Woodard That is where Judy Coxs teaching tenure began. He served as a U.S. Today, she serves as vice president of marketing for the National Hockey Leagues Florida Panthers and the BB&T Center arena in Sunrise, Fla., near Fort Lauderdale. He was nominated as Mid-American Conference (MAC) player of the year the year Randy Morris won the honor. In 1986 he was re-elected for a second term and returned to law practice in 1991. It was just a close-knit community, she says. They often reminisced about the old days here at Southfield and spoke about things that they used to teach. Plain Aaron 1998-2002. adviser Mar 24, 2016 at 8:03 pm. clairlyn@aol.com, For more information contact: Imogene has served on both the Board of trustees and the Foundation Board. Judy worked alongside Janet Butcher and Josephine Carmody, wonderful teachers who are both previous Hall of Fame honorees and gave over forty years to Southfield. Rose Abdoo 1976-1980. Janet Morrison Burgess started her teaching career at Southfield in 1958. Michael Love Mar 23, 2016 at 8:46 pm. What about Ira Newble class of 1993? Robert passed away on December 10, 2014 at the age of 83. Money in the school budget was extremely tight, but when she approached the Parents Club, they too were excited about the idea and agreed to provide $1500 so that we could begin the studies. He signed with theNew York Giantson August 2, 2011, but was released during final cuts on September 3, 2011. The spring musical typically includes Lathrup's dance and music departments. The Scott: Broder & Sachses New Development In Detroits Brush Park, A Special Soul: 11-year-old Jadyn Larky dies at camp, Top Trends: Highlights of the 2021 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show. The library is a central, safe place to deposit items that help tell the story of Southfield and the people who have passed through its halls. 248-540-3562 Chris Sullivan Mar 23, 2016 at 9:27 pm. This year 2016 marks the final chapter in Southfield High Schools sports legacy. During the past year, the school system's fund. Judge Wieners civic involvement has included serving as president of the United Way, vice president of the Boy Scouts of America, and a trustee of Southfield School. Most students apply at the end of their tenth grade year and take classes in their eleventh and twelfth grade years. Floyd played five seasons for theUniversity of Louisvilleand went onto become a ferociouslinebacker in theCanadian Football League. (Track) Bond is a three-time all-county, all-region and all-state track star in the 100-meter hurdles and 300-meter hurdles. Michael Chappell Ms. Miller voted no because she didn't feel that there was enough input from students in the development of the dress code. Many former and current students expressed their sadness on social media. Each and every athlete on this list was a Southfield High School Blue Jay. Graduates of Southfield-Lathrup High School bid a fond farewell to their alma mater last week when the 49-year-old school on 12 Mile Road in Lathrup Village closed its doors for good. It supports Southfield in many ways, including the Spirit of Southfield award, funding reunion events, carrying out Legacy Day, planning Hall of Fame ceremonies, facilitating archival storage of Southfield memorabilia at LSUS, and honoring deceased alumni and faculty through library book donations. Floyd played 164 games, with Edmonton (2000), Calgary (2001-03), B.C. Her experiences and knowledge about Lewis and Clark have been invaluable to third grade. Four two-story wings contain most of the school's class rooms. D.A. It made me so proud every time my mom came to watch me perform at the games.. Started 4 years at the university of Delaware, is their all time leading Reciever in receptions, played with Joe Flacco. At the University of North Carolina she was member of the 2002 ACC Outdoor Champion 4400 Relay Team, and was a two-time All-ACC in the 4400 relay and the 400-hurdles. She is one of the first and most committed of Southfields historians. Continue Our Southfield Traditions: Make a Donation. This fall, students from University High School Academy, UPREP and MacArthur University Academy grades 2-8 will occupy the building. Her vast collection of slides taken on trips to the places she taught about was legendary, as was the South Louisiana field trip which she pioneered. In 1991, Judy was invited to share Southfields Civilization studies with other schools at an ISAS conference. In fact, they put over 12,000 miles on their car that summer of 1999. I had great teachers and a lot of friends. He was awarded the State Department Meritorious Award and the State Department Distinguished Honor Award. He went on to graduate from South Kent School in Connecticut and then Princeton University with a bachelor's degree in philosophy and history. Stuart Alan Bensman, age 54, passed away December 24, 2019. Later, in 1980, an opening in the second grade prompted Judy to apply for a move into Lower School. As a young woman, she was a fine dancer, and one of the special memories that many students have of Mrs. Weaver was the incentive of seeing her unpin her long (but always pinned-up) hair and dance! Not a bad list, but what were the parameters? The Fund was initiated by alumni of the Southfield Lathrup High School Madrigal Singers in grateful memory of Louise Ward who was, at once, their teacher, mentor, role model, and friend. lets not perpetuate the lie. Southfield High School for the Arts and Technology About Us Academics Faculty and Staff Directory Counseling Department Southfield A&T Calendar SHS-SL Alumni Code of Conduct Emergency Drill Reports Senior Information Courses with audition requirements More. The school was founded in 1951. Required fields are marked *. Adding a Freshman class in each of the following two school years, 196869 and 196970, it graduated its first Senior class in 1970. Her ideas were well-received and other schools adopted some of her ideas for their curriculum. Janet said that the teachers were always encouraged to have plays or programs with their students so she and the music teacher, Mrs. Gobig, decided to present the Maypole in May of 1969. He served as a U.S. Robert B. Oakley was born in Dallas, TX on March 12, 1931. Southfield High School . CATEGORIES: Mrs. Weaver taught Modern, World, American, and Louisiana History to Southfield middle-schoolers for a span of 25 years from 1963-1988. Share your memories by posting photos or stories, or find out about your next class reunion! The news brought memories rushing back the milestones and proud accomplishments, the big hair, the school spirit, those awkward teenage years. Much has been accomplished in the years since Jeff came to the campus, bringing with him wife, Kathy, and sons Brian 00 and Kevin 05, who were then entering the third grade and preschool. She carefully documented her journey with photographs and to this day is invited each year to talk to third grade about what she learned and to share her slide presentation. [1], Southfield-Lathrup High School was well known for its extensive and well-supported music program. You have benefitted so many high school alumni in organizing their class reunions." 10/4/2017 "Thanks to classreport.org our class website played a huge part in the success of our Reunion. J. Bennett Johnston was born in Shreveport, attended Southfield School and graduated from C. E. Byrd High School. LaQuesha Wiley Muller A and B wings are located toward the front of the school, facing Twelve Mile Road. It was decided that we would bring back the civilization studies but make them more intense by teaching it for only nine weeks using a very hands-on approach and we would integrate it into every part of the school day. Marty Howe Southfield-Lathrup High School was a senior high school in Lathrup Village, Michigan, United States. D House contains the counseling office and the weight training rooms. Full ride scholarship to VCU COLLEGE started all 4 years. Judy was very interested in all that they had to say and she very much wanted to bring those studies back to Southfield. He rated number one onThe Detroit NewsBlue Chip list and was named to their Dream Team. Football, Basketball, Baseball Edward Krass They have a 21% fund equity, commonly called a rainy day fund this means they are sitting on roughly 21 million dollars, which they should be spending on kids. In1994the Board of Trustees of Southfield Schoolestablished the Southfield School Hall of Fame. The student news site of Southfield High School, Your email address will not be published. Class of 02 Basketball team, went to Mott CC won 2003 national championship and juco player of the year, then the next year juco runner up averaging 19.3ppg, then going to Kent state and winning MAC tourney championship averaging 15.5, playing professionally overseas for 10 years winnin awards from import of the year, MVP, Big Cup Champions(more than once) while averaging at least 20ppg need I say more, Kwende Mar 25, 2016 at 12:33 am, I cant believe Nick Dexter and Ira Newble not on that list, Polleen Mar 24, 2016 at 11:12 am, Dennis Brown Mar 24, 2016 at 10:28 am, Shayla Smith Mar 24, 2016 at 10:28 am, Harry vandenbrink Mar 24, 2016 at 9:39 am. Ed and Lauras four sons all graduated from Southfield Edward 99, Robert 00, Andrew 05 and John Henry 11. Imogene Murphys commitment to Southfield is notable for its length and consistency as both a parent and a grandparent of Southfield students. Karen L. Miller The websites and events are not sponsored by Southfield Public Schools. He was all-league in football and earned a scholarship to Western Michigan University, where he was a strong safety. Hoops competition gets Southfield-Lathrup girls season-ready | Freep.com | Detroit Free Press. They had 23 varsity letters between two sisters, both were named most outstanding athlete, and LaQuesha went on to compete at CMU, earned an NCAA championship, AND a USATF Masters Championship. To that end, she frequently read to students herself, encouraged each teacher and parent to make reading an important part of every day, and assisted in the development of the Book Fair, which continues to be a Southfield tradition. She touched the lives of many children and families with her encouragement, sensitivity to individual needs, and spirited approach to learning. SLHS opened with the 1967-68 school year, accommodating Freshmen and Sophomores only from Birney Junior High School, one of four junior high schools in Southfield. It serves grades 9-12 for the Southfield Public Schools. camille.redmond@gmail.com, For more information contact: Jeff W. Stokes joined Southfield as headmaster in 1990, moving to Shreveport after serving at Phoenix Country Day School. There were a number of discussions about this very important topic at faculty meetings. [Hockey great] Gordie Howes son, Mark, was a year ahead of us. Register to let other graduates of La Habra High School find and contact you. She still considers some of them her closest friends. Southfield-Lathrup High School - Alumni - Notable Alumni Notable Alumni Michael Stone, Retired Safety, for both the New England Patriots, and more recently the New York Giants. Michael Love played varsity football and ran track went on to MSU and played Club Volleyball and Semi pro football , Aaron Love ran track and earned 3 varsity letters in football, leaving Southfield going on to Delaware, as a 4 year starter ended up Delawares all time leading receiver with 193 catches All conference 3 years and a 2007 All American season playing for the National Championship he also played professional in canada and germany. Former pro football player Tarrence McEvans still comes to Southfield High School once a year to play in the Students vs. Staff Basketball game. [6], The Academy also won the 2000 GRAMMY signature award.[7]. Justin Black, Sports Editor|March 22, 2016, Baseball card courtesy of Tarrence McEvans. A showcase of his accomplishments is still on display in the hallway near the schools field house. Tried out for the Detroit Lions, (practice squad) and Arizona Cardinals. But so is almost every other district in the state. Southfield-Lathrup High School was a senior high school in Lathrup Village, Michigan, United States.It was the second oldest of three high schools in the Southfield Public Schools district, the oldest being Southfield High School, and the youngest being University High School Academy.. Southfield-Lathrup High School was well known for its extensive and well-supported music program. Post your Southfield High School class reunion information here and receive a free reunion planning website with the reunion tools you need for the perfect class reunion. AlumniClass.com is not affiliated with and is independent of any school, school district, alumni association or any other sites. Maan Abbo 1982-1986. ; Jason Jones, c/o 2004, professional American football player for the Tennessee Titans Please include your remarks on the candidate you have nominated for the Southfield Public Schools Legacy Hall of Fame in the space below and feel free to make multiple submissions of this form if you would like to submit another candidate(s) for consideration. You have 10 Great athletes but didnt show enough LOVE. Honorable Mention Track, Ronald Hairston Class of 1988. Lifetime association members receive a yearly alumni gift, can keep up with other alumni and friends of Southfield, stay up to date with alumni events and socials, and have access to alumni merchandise. Gail Abel 1970-1974. Rick Worthy(c/o 1985), television actor, Torin Dorn(c/o 1986), football player,cornerback,National Football League Draft,theLos Angeles Raiders. Find Classmates and Graduates from MI Share this Find Your School . Rick Titsworth aka Rick Worthy (c/o 1985), television actor, Torin Dorn (c/o 1986), football player for North Carolina at cornerback, National Football League Draft, selected by the Los Angeles Raiders in the 4th round. During the late 60s and early 70s, Mr. Haynes served as the Treasurer of the Board of Trustees. Spencer A. Overton Basketball, Volleyball, TrackandField Welcome to Southfield High School AT Southfield A&T News Subscribe View Archives If you missed taking your yearbook photo and would like to do so, please contact Motor City Portraits at: 313-863-1630. (Baseball) Roe became a Major League Baseball Umpire. We greatly appreciate your wonderful support." 10/3/2017 "Thanks for all your hard work and ingenious . Shepard Bates 1995-1999. Mar 26, 2016 at 5:04 pm. Southfield, Michigan. Robert B. Oakley was born in Dallas, TX on March 12, 1931. "I had great teachers and a lot of friends. A House contains the Charger Cafe, which sells food items and Southfield-Lathrup-related memorabilia. Southfield High School Blue Jays. Deserves to be on list. David Begun 1971-1975. He has remained an active supporter of Southfield attending his grandchildrens events and visiting with the staff to make sure we stay connected with the rich history that is Southfield. The Who Concert was not in the winter of 1966-67. Southfield A&T Wrestling Team takes League Championship. Andrew Bowler (c/o 1991), Academy Award nominated writer/director The Alumni Association is an integral part of Southfield and the reason our school has stood the test of time. He studied at Washington and Lee University and the United States Military Academy. Mrs. Weaver always had very high expectations of her students, and she worked closely with them and with their parents to see that her students reached their greatest potential. With this first incredible donation, the Southfield School of today was born. totteach@sbcglobal.net, For more information contact: The 1978 alum hosts the award-winning show Lesson on Golf, which airs on 97.1 FM The Ticket. His sportscasts can also be heard on WWJ-AM radio. Tamie Hendrickson-Whitefoot Southfield-Lathrup High also offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses in several different subjects including: In recent years, Southfield-Lathrup High School also offered Advanced Placement Physics, Statistics, European History, Spanish, and French.