South Houston High School students, teachers and alumni are ready to paint the town in Trojan red as they prepare to celebrate the school’s 50th anniversary on Nov. 2-3.

The school has a variety of festivities planned to celebrate South Houston High’s golden anniversary during its homecoming weekend. Former students are invited to a “meet and greet” reception, tours of the school and music from 7-9 p.m., Nov. 2 at the campus, with a pre-game Fall Festival planned for the next day from 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Nov. 3 at South Houston High School.

In addition, all South Houston alumni are invited to gather for a group panoramic photo before the game and the past principals of the school will be honored during a special ceremony. The homecoming game with Dobie will then kick off at 1 p.m.

“Our history is one of pride and accomplishment,” said Steve Fullen, South Houston High School principal. “The past 50 years of history serves as a strong foundation. Some things around us may have been affected by significant change over the past five decades, but the integrity, commitment, and mission of this high school remains constant. We invite all former and current students to celebrate this special occasion with us.”

South Houston High history
The school opened in 1957 under the leadership of longtime Pasadena ISD administrator, the late Carroll Teague. During South Houston’s first year of operation, the student body only consisted of sophomores and juniors. When school started that year, construction was not yet complete and students had to attend classes at Pasadena High and Kruse Elementary. When the new freshman class entered the following year, 832 students called South Houston home.

It was at that time, a fierce rivalry had developed between Pasadena and South Houston.

“Prior to that time, the community’s loyalties were focused on one school,” said Herman Williams, local businessman, civic leader and a graduate of South Houston’s Class of 1964. “It was the beginning of many traditions that were established. We had some memorable times in those days. It was something I’ll never forget.”

Nine past-principals served South Houston over the years, including Teague (1957-1962), George Morton (1962-1963), Elmer Bondy (1963-1968), Walter Matthys (1968-1975), Hugh McGaugh (1975-1981), Jimmy Barber (1981-1991), Doris Barnes (1991-2002) and Deborah Aubin (2002-2007). Fullen became principal this fall when Aubin retired.

Planning to attend the celebration?
If you are planning on attending South Houston High’s 50th anniversary celebrations and need more information, call Larri Hicks at 713-740-0350 or e-mail her at lhicks@pasadenaisd.org.