Proclamation

City of El Paso, Texas

WHEREAS:

Stephen F. Austin High School was built in 1929 and opened its doors to students in September 1930, and is the second oldest high school in El Paso, Texas; and

WHEREAS:

R. E. McKee Construction Company built the school, using a Spanish mission architectural style. The main building is constructed of light tan bricks, and sloping parts of the roof are covered in red Spanish tile. The structure is surmounted by a 103-foot tower. The classrooms have marble floors and the hallways are floored with terrazzo; and

WHEREAS:

Austin High School students have proudly worn the school colors of brown and gold for 75 years; and

WHEREAS:

The 75th anniversary of Austin High School is marked by the opening of the Sandra Day 'Connor Criminal Justice/Public Service Academy, the establishment of the Police Drop-In Center, and the designation as the official DOD school for Ft. Bliss

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED by the Mayor and City Council of the City of El Paso, that May 21 through May 27, 2006 shall be recognized as