Laurentian High School

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The closed Laurentian High School
The closed Laurentian High School

Laurentian High School is a former Ottawa high school. It was located on Baseline Rd. between Merivale and Clyde, in the city's western suburbs. The school was opened in 1958. It was designed at the same time as Rideau High School and Ridgemont High School and has the same base design. Over time Laurentian was expanded twice, bringing its capacity to 1,143. By 2004 its population had fallen to 510, and in December of that year the board decided to close the school.

The History of Laurentian High School

The history of Laurentian High School is filled with rich past that is unknown to the community itself. With many years of positive educational environment and a dedicated student body we were able to make Laurentian accomplish many challenges. With the closure of Laurentian High School we need to be able to remember and preserve our memories of the past.

LHS was built during the mid-fifties and was completed in 1958. The building at the time was one of the newest and most advanced High schools in Ottawa. It was first opened in to students on September 1958. The Mayor of Ottawa, George H. Nelms placed the corner stone on June 24, 1957. The first Principal of Laurentian High School was Mr. W.C. Wallen.

During the late fifty's LHS was a booming school. In the first year they expected 300 students, but to the surprise of everyone over 600 students were enrolled.

The 1960s is usually considered the "Golden Age of Popular music". Laurentian is filled with music and dramas as decade moves in. At the time when music was part of the curriculum, Laureate band students would plan new ideas for setting up concerts for entertaining the community. "Memories of Vienna" was one of the most spectacular concerts ever put up by Laurentian students. Even Elisabeth Strauss, matriach of the Strauss musical dynasty of Vienna was amazed by the performance. Laurentian Symphonic Orchestra travelled to many countries in Europe to entertain Canadian Servicemen.

Laurentian was known for its football team. We were the undefeated champions at the sport. Cheerleaders would yell their support out, "Victory is here, We will always try, To hold our banners high, cause' we are from Laurentian High."

The 1970s was a very successful year, especially for the senior football team. This decade was filled with victories which made Laurentian students stand high for their school. 1976 was first year that Laurentian High School actually fielded a team in one of the world's most popular sports.

As for music, Rock an' Roll started to take over popular music. Inspired students make their own bands for the love of music.

After ten years of service as principal of Laurentian High School, Mr. Glavin left Laurentian to move on to Lisgar High School. It was a very sad moment for Laurentian as he was well known for the effort he put into making Laurentian High School a better place to be.

Our Laurentian High School Symphonic Band was the only high school band to perform in the Opera of the National Arts Gallery.

Our Senior football team has done it again as we stood first place as the City Champions.

The 1980s is all about pumping up. Laurentian went "all out" in their Universal Gym (That's jock talk for weight room). Realizing the need for healthy student body, 15 supervisors have dedicated their time and effort to work with 50 members of weight club!

The senior football rejoices their victory as the city champs two years in a row. Music is pointing all towards rock. U2 and Bon jovi have become really popular for Laurentian students.

By 1990s Laurentian High School has become muticultural society. Potluck dinner and very important event laurentian high school combines different cultures and brings them together, including the food! The last decade has really pushed Laurentian to reach beyond the limits of students. Events, concerts help keep up the spirits because their is no more cheer leaders to lead girls. The closing of Laurentian really affected a lot of us. However, it will be a piece of memory in our heart.

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