Published In:
Ann Arbor News, April 10, 1977
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To top it off, the new building is considered an energy-saving boon for the school district. The exterior shows the school's low walls and small windows, which help reduce heat loss.

Published In:
Ann Arbor News, May 18, 1956
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PAUL BUNYAN'S BOOT: This ceiling-high model of Paul Bunyan's boot is one of two that will be displayed during Michigan Week activities at Northside School next week. Putting finishing touches on the model are (left to right) Mrs. JoAnn Norris, fourth grade teacher, Tom McCollum, Clyde Trapp (with hammer) and Wynn Pratt.

Published In:
Ann Arbor News, July 4, 1960
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SCHOOLS GOING UP: Construction work is progressing at Buhr Park elementary school (top) and Lakewood elementary school (bottom). Both schools are scheduled to be opened next February.

Published In:
Ann Arbor News, December 10, 1960
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ALL SET AT ALLEN: This is the Allen School located in Buhr Park on the city's southeast side.

Published In:
Ann Arbor News, January 25, 1961
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ALLEN SCHOOL STAFF: Here is the regular staff of the new John Allen School which will open for classes next Tuesday. The school, located at Buhr Park on the city's southeast side, is one of two new elementaries to open for the second semester. The other is Lakewood on the city's western edge. The staff members are (men, left to right) LeRoy Cappaert, principal; Harwood Roland, custodian; David Aberdeen, sixth grade; and (women, left to right) Rose Wilson, first grade; Frances Winkelhaus, second grade; Chris Kramer, fourth grade; Peggy Meyers, secretary; Lenice Kipp, kindergarten; Florence Breitner, third grade; Blanche Shankland, second grade; and Marion Krausse, first grade. A recently hired fifth grade teacher, Mary Purcell, was not present for the picture.