Class of 1951 50th Reunion Project

ATHS Class of 1951 50th Reunion Project

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^{Photo taken June 2000}

^{Guardhouse
Restoration
Objective
- To renovate or have funds committed for the restoration of the Arsenal Guardhouse at the
Main (Michigan Street) Gate of the Arsenal Technical High School campus by June 2001.
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The Guardhouse is the
building most students, teachers, and visitors see as they enter the Tech High School
campus. It is their first impression of our school and implies the quality of
the education to be found within its precincts. The present, neglected condition of the
Guardhouse sends a false message about the academic quality and the social
commitment of ATHS graduates, past, present, and future.
The Guardhouse is
worthy of its status as an historic landmark with its origin in the Civil War era*. It is
a worthwhile cause for restoration to its original state of prominence as the school
security office where visitors must check in before they can proceed on to the campus.
The Class of 1951
is spearheading this project to restore the Guardhouse to its welcoming status
as the harbinger of the unique facility and capabilities that lie beyond this
portal. It will send the correct message about the quality and commitment of Tech
High School Alumni.
Members of the Class
of 1951 are asked for donations for the Guardhouse Restoration Project. Perhaps, other
"Reunion Classes" would contribute to the effort. All graduates and
"Friends of Tech" are invited to participate in the endeavor. Please give some
serious consideration to helping with this project. Any contribution is valuable. The
level of support from Tech alumni and interested individuals is a powerful incentive to
philanthropic organizations capable of funding a significant portion of the cost of
restoration.
Tax deductible checks
payable to: Tech High School Alumni Association with a memo or comment for: Guardhouse
Restoration can be sent to:}

^{Kathleen
McAdams}
^{3803 Whippoorwill Lake South Drive}
^{Monrovia, IN 46157 - 9134}

^or

^{Dewey
Garrett}
^{107 Hurst Avenue}
^{Cloverdale, IN 46120 - 9114}

^{Realization of the Guardhouse
Restoration will make Tech’s entry into the new millennium very special for everyone
involved. Try to attend the Alumni Day 2001 celebration on 16 June. The
total project cost is $154,000.}

^{* A short history of the Guardhouses (2 originally)
can be found by clicking here.}