Covington City School – 1889-1949 - NCHS 17 - Newton Co., GA
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Covington City School located in the park on College Avenue between Oak Street and Davis Street, Covington, GA.
Waymark Code: WM73QB
Location: Georgia, United States
Date Posted: 08/28/2009
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Covington City School – 1889-1949
The old female college building served the City of Covington Public School system and to 1896 when a new building replaced the old structure. At the turn of the century measures to improve public education were begun. A 9-month term was instituted. Teachers had to pass state examinations. The curriculum was broadened. The 11th grade was added. An auditorium was constructed in 1909. This site served the students of Covington until consolidation of the City and County School Systems in 1947. The last senior class to graduate from Covington High School was in 1949. The elementary school moved to E. L. Fioquett in 1957.
Placed By Landmark Committee
Newton County Historical Site 17 May 22, 1996
Covington City School – 1889-1949
Type of Marker: Park
Marker #: NCHS 17
Date: May 22, 1996
Sponsor: Newton County Historical Society
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