Comments on: John Marshall High School

By: Gary Miller

Gary Miller — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 22:29:45 +0000

Class of 1961 Grad. I attended from 1956 and have many great memories from the school that gave me a start in life and a base to go on to graduate from College. I remember Virgil Milliron, the wrestling coach, and how hard he used to work us. JM was a top wrestling school in those years. I also remember my Spanish teacher, Mrs. Marshall, who kept me in line most of the time. When I was in OKC last December, I was saddened to see the state of disrepair it has fallen into. Nevertheless, it doesn't change the memories of the friends I made or the time I spent there.

By: Sandra Scroggins

Sandra Scroggins — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 06:44:01 +0000

My mom, Nancy Hunteman Scroggins, was a member of the class of 56. She always had fond memories and great stories about JM.

By: jkdet67

jkdet67 — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 01:37:20 +0000

I remember that crazy dude. Didnt he have a wife that was a teacher at Hoover. Class of 1985.

By: jkdet67

jkdet67 — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 01:34:42 +0000

I went to Marshall class of 1985. Those where so very good times. Both my parents went to Marshall in the late 1960's. There was a big glass case across from the library with a big bear and all the State Championships in this case. When I went there the girls track team was the best around. All these girls could flat fly around the track. Anyone remember coach Murray. Thing he was a science teacher but wanted to date all the students and my personal fav Coach Adams think he live on the east side of the school in the house that faced the school. Back in the day they had a full blown welding and auto shop there on the west side and I was in both of those classes. Played football my freshmen year and the senior football players on homecoming week got a bunch of Freashmen players and took us to lake Hefner and painted us all blue and red from head to toe. Put us in the back of pick-ups and made us sing the fight song while they drove us around the school at lunch time. Hate to see the old school go but we are all still BEARS.

By: Paul Brown

Paul Brown — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 12:04:39 +0000

JM opened in 1951 and the Class Of 57 was the first class that went all 6 years. The school started with 7th – 12th grade classes. The class of 57 continues to meet with heart felt feelings for this school.

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By: Herb

Herb — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 05:23:53 +0000

I graduated in 1973. I remember on day our class buried a time capsule. At some point in the future we were to dig it up. Did that happen?

By: Dan D

Dan D — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 23:14:01 +0000

I go back a few more years than most who have posted comments about the fate of JMHS.
I graduated in 1963 and John Marshall was rated as one of the top high schools in the
U.S. There was pride by the truck load and school spirit was off the chart. Administration
was more than involved and treated everyone like their own kids. There were so many
challenges presented to everyone that you could not help but be wrapped up in activity.
I have so many memories held dear and it saddens me to see the senior JMHS going to
decay. I am trusting that the new JMHS is as filled with spirit and adventure as the elder
was. I am more than aware of the current financial difficulties all school districts are
subject to and I know that every effort is being made to stretch each dollar but it does not
make it any less sad to see the fate of a grand old institution like JMHS (the original).
As a retiree of 21+ years with Putnam City schools, I wish all future graduates of JMHS
(the new) as outstanding and inspiring an experience as I had at good ole' John Marshall.
GGGGOOOOOOOO B E A R S !!!!

By: Don

Don — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 10:00:11 +0000

Yes! He's was difficult (write your name here), but latter on I appreciated it. Remember Mr. Wegeworth? Same thing,

By: Joel Clifton Helm

Joel Clifton Helm — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 20:08:15 +0000

I went to JMHS, I am trying to find some one who has year books from 1961 to 1968, if anyone has the year books or know where I could purchase a year book from that time period I would really appreciate the information.

Joel Clifton Helm

By: Chris

Chris — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 18:30:38 +0000

I went to Hoover and Eisenhower, my parents took me out of the district in the middle of my 7th grade year before i could attend JM. We had heard of rapes happening on school grounds and they were affraid for me. Wish i had as good of memories as everyone else but they were actually some of the worst i have. I was always afraid once i went to Eisenhower.

By: Bill Martin

Bill Martin — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 17:19:08 +0000

I attended JM from 1954 to 1960, when I graduated … wonderful people, wonderful school, lasting memories. We had excellent, involved leadership from school administrators, teachers, coaches, parents and students. We had a mix of students from different economic backgrounds but it had no bearing, one way or the other, as to whether you could have friends. Most friendships I remember were more value based; if you shared the same values, you were more likely to be friends. People who were my friends then are my friends now and, though I don't see them as often, I think of them always and am grateful for my time with them. Go Bears.

By: Paul

Paul — Mon, 30 May 2011 11:27:46 +0000

I also remember Mr. Sparks, but as a great teacher. He and Mr. Woods were wonderful science teachers that were proud of their students, and expected you to work and learn. I was in the first class that went from 1951 – 1957. I have been so upset with the way some students treated the school after the 70's. I wonder what happened to the organ our senior class bought as a project.

By: Lois

Lois — Sun, 29 May 2011 00:08:23 +0000

Very fond memories. The best thing about my time there? The mix of ethnicities. We all got along. The FFA was awesome. It was a great school.

By: Rusty S.

Rusty S. — Sat, 28 May 2011 23:20:25 +0000

Class of '82, who remembers Mr.Sparks and his scooter patrolling the Teacher's parking lot?

By: Dena Johnson

Dena Johnson — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 04:16:41 +0000

I graduated from John Marshall in 1980. It was a really good school. I have a lot of fond memories from that school. I think they should make it back into a school. It is a shame that they closed it. I remember setting in the bleachers yelling "Go Bears Go". I remember the modern dance team dancing on the floor in the big gym. Some of the best times in my life were at John Marshall High School. Wasn't the Bears Den a great place to hang out. I think the elevator was in the hall across from the library, I am not for sure. Who don't remember Coach Ellis and Mrs. Lee? What about the Drivers Ed class? Thank you for the pictures and the video. It was a nice walk down memory lane.