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Members of Haverhill High School’s Class of 1976 plan to reunite early next month.
The class, known as “The Spirit of 1976,” in recognition of the nation’s bicentennial the same year, is noting many milestones during its time that still resonate with the community today.
A year before graduation, classmates were among the first to enjoy the high school’s expansion and dedication of new named wings with then-Sen. Edward M. Kennedy serving as guest speaker. On June 14, 1975, the library was named for School Committee member Manuel L. Epstein; academic wing, former Superintendent Donald C. Freeman; Natatorium, Charles C. White; student lounge, Edward Kimball; cafeteria, John Coppola; and study center, Alice Garland.
In a yearbook statement, then-Haverhill High Principal Sotiris Katsaros formally declares the Class of 1976 as “the Bicentennial Class of Haverhill High School.”
Class President Mark Anderson will serve as master of ceremonies. Members will also reflect on members lost, such as Class Officer Danny Conway who passed away last year.
The reunion takes place Friday, Oct. 9, 5:30-10 p.m., at Bradford Country Club, 201 Chadwick Road, Haverhill. Tickets are $90 and checks may be mailed to Diane Boulanger Prescott, 197 Concord St., Haverhill. Those with questions may email Kara Kosmes at [email protected].