Norwood has a long history of proud military service, going back as far as the Colonial Wars, and the town and townspeople have done an excellent job of paying tribute … Continue reading Honoring Norwood’s Veterans
The Beacon School
The Beacon School, built in 1890, was located on the corner of Bullard St and Beacon St.
Ray Martin; Norwood Star Pitched to Babe Ruth, Played for Boston Braves-This Day In Norwood History-March 15, 2013
Ray Martin. Seven teams pursued the prospect. The Red Sox even sent a scout to Ray Martin’s Norwood High School prom, In 1943, Norwood High School senior Ray Martin pitched … Continue reading Ray Martin; Norwood Star Pitched to Babe Ruth, Played for Boston Braves-This Day In Norwood History-March 15, 2013
Norwood High School’s Last Hurrah-This Day in Norwood History-June 11, 2011
A final walk through Senior Hall. On June 11, 2011, more than 2,000 alumni from near and far packed the 85-year-old "School on the Hill" for the Norwood High School Alumni Association's "Last Hurrah." Generations of Mustangs reunited to share yearbooks, look at historic memorabilia, dance in the gym, and say a nostalgic goodbye to the iconic William G. Upham-designed building before the new school opened.
Norwood’s New High School Nears Completion Under State Model-School Program-This Day In Norwood History-April 7, 2011
Norwood’s new high school opened in 2011 with a design that saved millions — and kept the beloved clock‑tower look the town grew up with.
Voters Approve New Norwood High School-This Day In Norwood History-April 12, 2009
Norwood High School Project Faces Delay Despite Overwhelming Voter Support On April 12, 2009, Norwood found itself at a dramatic crossroads — one defined by overwhelming civic unity on the … Continue reading Voters Approve New Norwood High School-This Day In Norwood History-April 12, 2009
Norwood High Launches Student‑Led Program To Prevent Gender Violence-This Day In Norwood History-April 10, 2003
In April 2003, Norwood High School took a proactive step toward creating a safer, more respectful environment for its students. Partnering with Northeastern University’s Center for the Study of Sports in … Continue reading Norwood High Launches Student‑Led Program To Prevent Gender Violence-This Day In Norwood History-April 10, 2003
Sarah Meeks of Norwood High-This Day In Norwood History-June 14, 1993
For the fourth straight year, Sarah Meeks of Norwood High School captured the 200-meter title at the New England track and field championships.
Norwood High Opens Communications Through TV-This Day In Norwood History-December 1, 1991
Course provides on-air education from school studio Student anchors read the news as other students handle the production of “Norwood High School News.” NORWOOD-At 7:30 a.m. Katy Kale, a high … Continue reading Norwood High Opens Communications Through TV-This Day In Norwood History-December 1, 1991
Norwood Completes Unlikely Run With Title-This Day In Norwood History-June 10, 1991
Armed with only one returning starter and surviving a rocky 4-4 start, the Mustangs pull off a late-inning rally to secure a historic diamond crown. Categories (3–6 layout-appropriate tags): local history, schools, sports, baseball