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GEORGE E. SMITH, Chairman
MARK A. PUTNAM
MARK L. READ, Clerk
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ANNUAL REPORT
Report of the Sealer of Weights and Measures
Tests made for the year 1948:
12-Gasoline Pumps. 4-Kerosene Pumps 14-Scales
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WILLIAM H. GRIFFIN,
Sealer of Weights and Measures
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ANNUAL REPORT
OF THE
SCHOOL COMMITTEE
OF THE
TOWN OF RUTLAND
MASSACHUSETTS
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FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR ENDING
DECEMBER 31, 1948
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Organization
SCHOOL COMMITTEE
Frank S. Bracebridge
Mrs. Margaret A. Griffin
John Linnane
Term Expires 1951 Term expires 1949 Term expires 1950
SUPERINTENDENT
William H. Buker Holden 2370
SUPERVISORS
Charlotte Kaminski, Art
Holden 2235
Leonard Maher, Music
SCHOOL NURSE
Brenda T. Sullivan, R. N. Holden 1634
SCHOOL PHYSICIAN
Leroy E. Mayo, M. D. Holden 4441
ATTENDANCE OFFICER
Mark L. Read
Rutland 22
JANITORS
William R. White
Mark A. Putnam
Rutland 95-2 Rutland 48
SCHOOL CALENDAR
Winter Term-7 weeks Jan. 3 to Feb. 19, 1949
Spring Term-7 weeks Feb. 28 to April 15, 1949
Summer Term-9 weeks April 25 to June 25,1949
Fall Term-16 weeks Sept. 7 to Dec. 23, 1949
(Elementary School Closes June 18)
HOLIDAYS
April 15, May 30, Thanksgiving Day and the day follow- ing, October 12, November 4, November 11. Other holidays during vacation periods.
NO SCHOOL SIGNAL
1-1-1 Three blasts on the siren at 7:30 A. M. means no school for the day. Three blasts at 11 A. M. means no school in the afternoon. Also listen for announcements be- tween 7:15 and 7:45 A. M. from WTAG and WAAB.
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Report of School Committee
To the Citizens of Rutland:
The School Committee organized on March 18 with Mr. Bracebridge as chairman, Mrs. Griffin as clerk, and Mr. Linnane as the third member.
During the year it was necessary to make emergency repairs in the heating systems of both school buildings. This unforseen expense necessitated the appropriation of addi- tional funds.
In July, Mr. James Childs submitted his resignation as Superintendent of the School Union, after thirty-one years of service. The Committees of Holden, Oakham, Paxton, and Rutland appointed Mr. William Buker to succeed Mr. Childs.
Changes in and additions to the teaching staff during the past year has been quite numerous. Miss Sears, Miss Cavanaugh, Mr. Griffin, and Miss Withstandly resigned at the close of the school year and were replaced by the fol- lowing teachers: Miss Estelle Pearlman, Mrs. Marion Eames, Mr. Louis Colombo, and Mrs. Bertha Parker. In addition, because of the large enrollment in the first grade, it was necessary to form two classes, obtain another first grade teacher, and turn the small building over completely to the use of these two classes. Mrs. Margaret Follansbee was appointed to fill this newly created first grade teaching posi- tion. As a result of this change, the second grade has been moved into the large building.
At a town meeting held in October, it was agreed that because of the increase in the school enrollment and be- cause the resulting need for changes in the school plant, the Selectmen should appoint a committee of three to work with the School Committee in investigating the situation. This School Planning Committee, consisting of the School Com- mittee, the Superintendent of Schools, and Mr. James Wood, Mr. Arthur Smith and Mrs. James Heaney, has organized with Mr. Wood as chairman and Mrs. Griffin as secretary.
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Delegations from the Parent-Teacher Association and from the citizens at Highland Park were received during the year to discuss, respectively, a hot lunch program and transporta- tion of children living at Highland Park. We appreciate such interest, because it is only through close cooperation between the home and the school that a successful program may be realized.
Once again, we would like to express our appreciation to our Superintendent and teachers for their continued sup- port and cooperation.
FINANCIAL STATEMENT
Town Appropriation
Appropriated Special Town Meeting
$47,720.00 2,000.00 37.19
Refund
Total
$49,757.19
Expenditures
General Control
$1,164.37
Teachers
29,686.10
Supplies
1,130.59
Repairs
3,147.11
Books
405.41
Janitor
2,227.71
Fuel
2,557.32
Insurance
208.66
Health
703.75
Janitor's Supplies
594.41
Transportation
6,939.00
Miscellaneous
338.10
New Equipment
188.00
Total
$49,340.53 416.66
Unexpended
REIMBURSEMENTS
Reimbursements from the State:
State School Fund Part I
$3,056.25
State School Fund Part II
6,194.03
Reimbursement, Supt's. salary
435.00
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Transportation High School Grant Tuition: State Wards Tuition: Princeton
4,959.00
1,228 50
698.70
544.00
Total
$17,115 48
TRANSPORTATION ROUTES
Carl R. Griffin
$20.00
William H. Griffin, Jr.
13.00
Al's and Dave's
6.00
Respectfully submitted,
FRANK BRACEBRIDGE
MARGARET A. GRIFFIN
JOHN LINNANE
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Report of the Superintendent of Schools
Holden, Mass., December 31, 1949
To the School Committee and Citizens of Rutland:
This report is the forty-ninth in the series since the pres- ent school union was formed. Thirty of these reports were written by my predecessor, James Childs.
May I express in this report my appreciation for the many courtesies that Mr. Childs has rendered me while I was getting adjusted in your schools. The record Mr. Childs made in this union is rarely found elsewhere. May he enjoy for many years to come a well deserved retirement.
It became necessary for your committee to secure, after my arrival August 15, three high school, two elementary teachers, and two supervisors; two of these were inexperi- enced teachers. Such a large turnover is not good for any system.
In September, 1949, it will be necessary to add another teacher (grade II) as we will have from forty-five to fifty children in this grade.
The Committee has already made plans to divide one of the larger rooms in the main building. This will mean that temporarily we can care for the increased enrollment.
The scholarship in the secondary schools (Grades VII through Grade XII) needs to be emphasized by all teachers. Already the teachers are endeavoring to raise the standard. I therefore ask parents and citizens to impress upon our young people the value of thoroughness and hard work.
Recently the School Committee and a Committee of three, James Wood, Gunhilde Heaney, and Arthur Smith, have dis- cussed on three occasions future building plans. A report from this committee will be given at the coming town meeting. At one of these meetings a representative of the State Department of Education was present.
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I have already discussed with several groups matters pertaining to the education of the Rutland School children. Since the cost of education takes a large part of the Town's income, it is very important that the citizens are well in- formed of these costs.
Pupils from the Veterans' Hospital area, six at present, have been allowed to attend the Rutland Schools without any tuition. This in accordance with a vote of the town sev- eral years ago. It seems to the writer that the Federal Government should reimburse the town in the form of a tuition charge.
We have eight State pupils in the schools. The State reimburses the town for instructional and transportation costs.
The 1949 Reimbursement Law will be based upon the number of resident minors between seven and sixteen years of age, regardless of where they are attending school. This law, as it is now, will not affect the total amount re- ceived from the State. It is expected that amendments will be made by the 1949 Legislature, so towns similar to Rutland will receive more State Aid.
Immediate recommendations:
1 A teacher must be added for Grade II in September.
The standard of scholarship in the upper grades should 2 be raised, if we are to keep in line with the trends in the more efficient schools.
3 A modern program for Grades VII through XII as soon as we have building facilities to carry out the same.
4 The salaries of successful experienced teachers in the system should be increased if we wish to receive and retain the most efficient service from them.
15 Several text books and new equipment are needed and should be purchased the coming year.
A budget of $57,012 is needed to carry out the above 6 recommendations.
In conclusion, I wish to express my thanks for the many suggestions I have received from the School Committee,
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Teachers, school employees, town officials, and citizens dur- ing these few months.
Respectfully submitted,
WILLIAM H. BUKER
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ANNUAL REPORT
Report of the High School Principal
To the Superintendent of Schools
I hereby submit the following report of the work and activities of the high school during the year 1948.
For the School year ending in June, the following sub- jects were taught:
Freshman Class Sophomore Class Junior Class Senior Class
English English
English English
Civics Biology Bookkeeping U. S. History
Gen. Math Pl. Geometry Shorthand 1 Shorthand II
Gen. Science
World History Typewriting I Typewriting II
Dom. Science French I Physics Physics
Algebra
Latin II French I So. Geometry
Drawing
Dom. Science Latin II Trigonometry
Drawing
So. Geometry Mech. Drawing
Trigonometry Drawing
Mech. Drawing
Drawing
Some subjects alternate every other year and in the fall term, the language changed to Latin I and French II, the Physics was changed to Chemistry, and the junior and senior mathematics became second year Algebra. A new course in Consumer Education was added. With the com- plex information needed in the purchasing of commodi- ties of to-day, this new course should be helpful in develop- ing intelligent consumer buying.
During the year, we missed music as a part of our pro- gram, especialy when it came time to prepare for the gradu- ation exercises However, we were fortunate to obtain the able services of Mrs. Robert Davis, South Barre, to help us in the preparation of the chorus group for commencement. We
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were glad to see the position of music supervisor filled at the beginning of the fall term.
As a result of our athletic program, we have become the possessor of two more trophies. As Rutland has won the Sportsmanship Trophy three times, the Western Worces- ter County League voted to retire the trophy and it now becomes the property of Rutland High School. The basket- ball team under the coaching of William H. Griffin, Jr., won the Consolation Trophy at the Orange Basketball Tourna- ment last March.
We wish to acknowledge with thanks the aid given by the Naquag Post No. 6716, Veterans of Foreign Wars. in raising money to buy baseball and basketball uniforms. As a result of their efforts we realized $164.94.
At the graduation exercises last June, diplomas were awarded to twenty students, six of whom were veterans of World War II. The special awards presented were as fol- lows:
Washigton and Franklin for excellence in the study of United States History, William A. Lincoln; American Legion medal for character and all-around ability, Janice M. Swan- son; D. A. R. Good Citizen award, Dorothy L. Kennedy; Becker Key for excellence in commercial subjects, Janice M. Swanson; Bausch & Lomb Science Award, William A. Lincoln; Pro Merito pins and certificates, Joanne R. Culver, William A. Lincoln, Joseph R. Marriott, and Janice M. Swan- son; Pro Merito pin to juniors, Beatrice Mixter.
I wish to thank all who have contributed their efforts in carrying on the work of the school.
Respectfully submitted,
EDMUND D. KELSEY, Principal.
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Annual Report of the Home Economics Department
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Foods Class - September through January
7th grade: 1 hour, 20 minutes per week period.
The purpose of this course is to give the girls a practical understanding of efficient housekeeping methods. This in- cludes the proper use and care of kitchen equipment, the underlying principles involved in the common process of cookery, training them in the correct forms of table service, and teaching them how to read a recipe.
The main theme is centered around the planning and serving of a well balanced breakfast, consisting of fresh, dried, or canned fruit, and energy giving cereal, a valuable milk beverage and a healthful main dish.
Holiday menus, Halloween games and refreshments were discussed and Christmas candies were prepared.
Sewing Class - January through June
This is planned to give the beginning students a know- ledge of sewing technique; basic hand stitches and an appre- ciation of good needlework. Darning, mending, sewing on of buttons and snaps will be stressed. A simple garment such as a cotton blouse, skirt or apron will be taught accord- ing to the popular vote of the class.
Foods Class - September through January
8th Grade - 1 hour, 20 minutes per week period.
The purpose of this class is to develop agood technique in the handling of foodstuffs, preparation and serving of sim- ple family meals, and acquiring good food habits to improve their health.
Fruits and vegetables are canned by the various meth- ods, stressing proper selection, time, season, cost, and types
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of jars. Selection and packing of a nutritious lunch box is also studied.
Foods chosen from the basic seven food groups and how they insure a healthy adequate diet are studied. Luncheons and suppers are planned following this theme. A beautiful display of Towle solid silver was loaned and used as a table setting lesson in this class.
Sewing Class - January through June
The care and use of treadle and electric sewing machines will be taught. How to read and use a commercial pat- tern will be studied along with the selection of suitable materials, color harmony, cost and care of the garment, and the laundering of it.
Simple woolen skirt, cotton blouse, or pajamas will be chosen according to the popular vote of the class.
High School - Home Economics Class
Sewing - September through January 3 days per week - 1 hour, 20 minute period
It is possible to accomplish a more detailed study of com- mercial patterns, selection of cloths, color harmony and type of garment suited to the individual according to her figure. Proper grooming, wisely choosing a wardrobe, cost of ready-made compared with home-made garments is dis- cussed. Making over of clothes is encouraged in this class.
The planning and making of six pairs of draperies and three sewing machine covers has improved the looks of the room. During this course the girls have completed a woolen i skirt, a cotton skirt, a blouse, or nightgown, embroidering, or have made for the Red Cross either handkerchiefs, wash cloths or bed slippers.
A field trip to go through the Worcester Girls' Trade School is planned for January in order to give the girls an appreciation of other Home Economics courses.
Foods Class - January through June
Three periods per week gives much more time for prac- tical laboratory work in cookery classes. Different methods of vegetable cookery, preparation of meat and fish, stews,
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soups and various ways of using leftovers may be taught. Casserole or one meal luncheon dishes, gelatin or frozen des- serts, and complete dinner meals may be completed in the one, two or three days together. Time will also be given to the planning and serving of teas and parties and outside of school activities.
Well planned menus, proper food habits, care, use and selection of kitchen equipment is studied in hopes of improv- ing tomorrow's homemaker.
The new Westinghouse electric range and refrigerator are a welcome addition to the Home Economics room. Having both gas and electric ranges, the girls are trained in the care and use of both types of baking and cookery.
Ample storage space is provided in this room by metal cabinets and drawers on either side of two modern metal sinks. Better circulation of air for ventilating the dish and food closet has been provided by screening the upper and lower door panels.
The girls of the High School sewing class made covers to fit over the Singer treadle machine and the two White electric machines when they are not in use. Matching draperies also added a homey touch to the room. The two wall type ironing boards and electric iron are found valuable in pressing seams and in the teaching of laundering.
A full length mirror is needed by the dressmaking class to be used for the study of proper fitting and hanging of gar- ments made. If the ceilings and walls were painted so as to reflect light, and if better lighting were installed in this basement room, conditions would be nearly ideal.
Respectfully submitted,
MARIAN F. EAMES
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Report of the Art Supervisor
To the Superintendent of Schools:
In accordance with progressive educational ideas the art course throughout the elementary grades has been based upon the following objectives:
1. To develop the visual memory and creative imagin- ation through the use of drawing.
2. To develop the power of discriminating observation.
3. To develop the skill necessary for the free use of the tools.
4. To cultivate the enjoyment of the best beauty in nature and art.
However, above all, my ambition has been to make each and every individual look forward to my drawing lessons and to want to experience new ideas through various mediums. Everyone knows that faith and confidence in one- self mean a great deal in attaining success along any line. So far our lessons have been very simple so that all might benefit.
I am most thankful for the cooperation of both teachers and children in the grades.
Respectfully submitted,
CHARLOTTE W. KAMINSKI
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Report of the Music Supervisor
To the Superintendent of Schools:
It is difficult at this time to give a complete analysis of the Music Department in the school system. Several changes have been attempted this year but at present they have not been in operation for a sufficient length of time to provide sufficient returns.
The most important work that we hope to undertake is the giving to each student a complete knowledge in the fund- amentals and mechanics of music. Only in complete and thorough mastery of these points can the student be expect - ed to understand and thus enjoy music. In this regard we must express our gratitude to the teachers in the class rooms for their complete cooperation and hard work.
With the New Year the grade schools will offer classes in instrumental music. Instruction will be given to all stu- dents desiring to begin or continue lessons on Musical instru- ments. These lessons will be given without charge as part of the educational program. It is hoped to use these students as the nucleus for forming bands and orchestras in the schools.
The foregoing projects are only two of the many being undertaken to not only broaden but also to advance the musical program in the school system of Rutland. The help and cooperation of the Superintending Committee has been most welcome and we solicit the continuation of this as a vital help to our program.
Respectfully submitted,
LEONARD L. MAHER
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Report of the School Physician
To the Superintendent of Schools:
The school physician submits the following report for the District for 1948:
Diphtheria clinics were held in all the schools of the district with the exception of Oakham. Permission was re- quested from the parents to administer toxoid to children in three doses as recommended by the State Department of Health. Booster injections were given to immunized children who had not had toxoid within three years.
Diphtheria, once almost as common as measles and much more fatal, has become a rare disease only because of toxoid immunization. The disease has shown a slight in- crease throughout the state in the past two years. It is very important therefore that every child be immunized.
Pre-school children were examined and vaccinated at clinics held in each school last May.
Physical examinations were completed early in Decem- ber. This year an experiment was tried in Oakham; each child brought a sample of urine which was tested for sugar.
Respectfully submitted,
LEROY E. MAYO, M.D.
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Report of the School Nurse
To the Superintendent of Schools:
The yearly physical examination of the school children has been completed by Dr. Mayo. Defects have been record- ed on the individual record cards of each pupil and a notice has been sent home to all parents. The predominating defects are diseased tonsils and carious teeth.
The Visual and Auditory tests were made. Most of the defects have been corrected.
Three diphtheria immunization clinics were held and 101 students were inoculated by Dr. Mayo.
A pre-school clinic was held in May. The parents at these clinics gave the doctor an excellent opportunity to explain the defects found.
Throughout the year routine work went on, such as home visits, personal interviews, weighing and measuring, inspections, first aid, excluding sick children, planning with and assisting the school physician in clinics and physical examinations, order of supplies for school clinics and first aid, and notifying parents of physical defects.
Field visits
10
First Aid 63
Physical examinations with doctor 310
Pupils weighed and measured 400
Eye examinations 271
Hearing examinations 256
Physically handicapped
1
X-Ray Clinic
93
Defect notices 56
Consultations 4
I sincerely wish to thank everyone who has helped throughout the year to make my work pleasant and effective.
Respectfully submitted,
BRENDA T. SULLIVAN, R. N.
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ORGANIZATION 1947-1948
High
Edmund D. Kelsey, Prin. Univ. of Mass. Sept. 1927
Margaret F. Sears
Salem T. C. Resigned Aug. 1948 Sept. 1931 Salem T. C. Sept. 1943
Estelle Pearlman
Mary E. Houlihan
New Rochelle Sept. 1946
Marian Eames
F. Ethel Cavanugh
Framingham T. C. Sept. 1946 Framingham T. C. Sept. 1946 Resigned Aug. 1948
Carl R. Griffin, Jr.
Clark Univ. Resigned July 1948
Sept. 1947
Louis Colombo
VIII Donald W. Marsh
VII Richard V. Beals
Worcester T. C.
Sept.1945
VI Eileen F. Swenson
Salem T. C. Sept. 1931
V Margaret C. Harding
IV Catherine N. Griffin
Fitchburg S. T. C. Sept. 1924
Worcester N. S.
Sept. 1929
II Venise F. Withstandley Worcester N. S. March 1947
Resigned July, 1948
II Bertha Parker
Worcester T. C. Sept. 1948
I Margaret Follansbee
Fitchburg T. C. Sept. 1948
ENROLLMENT FALL TERM-December 30, 1948
Grades
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Totals
Boys
22
20
11
17
14
S
14
12
118
Girls
26
15
14
10
9
19
9
17
119
Totals
48
35
25
27
23
27
23
29
237
High School
60
297
St. Anselm's Coll. Sept. 1943 Clark Univ. Sept. 1947
Keene, N. S. Sept. 1941
III Lillian M. Stone
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SUMMARY OF REGISTERS - 1947-1948
Total
Ave.
Ave.
% of
School
Memb.
Attend.
Attend.
Attend.
High
74
67.84
63.65
93.83
VIII
17
16.43
15.44
94.07
VII
29
27.93
26.21
94.19
VI
27
24.42
22.90
93.73
V
28
24.44
22.95
93.89
IV
24
22.99
21.82
94.91
III
26
24.26
22.52
92.86
II
26
24.26
22.52
92.86
I
37
36.53
34.62
94.78
Totals
288
269.00
253.00
93.90
REGISTRATION OF MINORS
October 1, 1948
Number of children in Rutland
Boys
Girls
Totals
5-7 years of age
45
42
87
7-16 years of age
126
128
254
Total
171
170
341
HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES
June 1948
Joanne Rita Culver
Gloria Louise Davis
Marilyn Frances Dodge
Maurice Melvin Gordon, Jr. Olavi William Joki Dorothy Lorraine Kennedy William Albert Lincoln James Wallace MacCallum Joseph Robert Marriott Nancy Evelyn McNamara
Mary Ann Murphy Norma Mae Narcisi John William Newman Chester Theodore Oliver, Jr. Donald Edward Renfors William Sarkis Sarkisian Jack Leonard Simonds Robert Prescott Smith Janice Marie Swanson Mary Ann Wilson
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HONOR STUDENTS
Joanne Rita Culver
William Albert Lincoln
Joseph Robert Marriott Janice Marie Swanson
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL GRADUATES June 1948
Robert L. Bigelow
Norma T. Griffin
Shirley E. Boquist
Robert E. Haines
Marilyn J. Bradley
Sylvia M. Loukko
Geraldine P. Brown
Charles L. Martin
James Burnett
David O. Shank
Harold A. Crawford
Rita Shank
Esther E. Davis
Bruce E. Simonds
Lea C. Ducharme
Gaylord B. Viner
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INDEX
Town Officers
3
Town Warrant
7
Report of the Selectmen
12
Selectmen's Financial Report
13
Report of the Police Department
32
Report of the Fire Engineers
33
Report of the Forest Warden
34
Report of the Town Collector
35
Report of the Water and Sewer Department
38
Report of the Board of Public Welfare
40
Report of the Charlton Home Farm Association
42
Report of the Town Treasurer
Report of the Town Accountant
Balance Sheet
Table of Accounts
Report of the Trustees of the Public Library
65
Report of the Librarian
67
1949 Budget Recommended by the Finance Committee
68
Report of the Board of Health
72 74 76 84
Report of the Park Commissioners
85
Report of the School Committee
89 88
School Organization
Report of Superintendent of Schools
92
Report of High School Principal
95
Report of the Home Economics Department 97
Report of Art Supervisor 100
Report of Supervisor of Music
101
Report of the School Physician 102
103
Organization, 1948 - 1949
104
Graduates
105
School Statistics
105
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