In January of 1925, there were 800 students in the senior high school section and more space was desperately needed. A bond issue was voted into effect in October of 1925, and funds for a new school were raised. A cornerstone (to the left of the main entrance), for the new building had been laid on October 31 of the preceding year. In the dedication ceremony of 1924, items were placed in the cornerstone such as a Bible, an American flag, a copy of the Constitution, a book of South High, signatures of the first students and teachers, and a charter of the City and County of Denver. When it was sealed, corn, wine and oil were scattered over the representing nourishment, refreshment and joy.

(Source: http://south.dpsk12.org/history/history.html)


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