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Roosevelt School Photographs

Images captured by Leonard Menzi date from the late 1920s to the early 1940s and document Roosevelt School’s history. Roosevelt School was constructed on the Michigan State Normal College campus in 1925, becoming the second laboratory school on the campus after Welch Hall. Roosevelt remained a laboratory school until 1969, when the Michigan State Legislature governed the dismantling of the laboratory school system. Menzi served as the faculty advisor to the school's photography club and as the school's principal.

Trees outside Roosevelt School

Trees and snowy ground outside Roosevelt School, near a street where cars are parked. Roosevelt School is not visible. From an envelope titled "Roosevelt High School Buildings."
Roosevelt School's Front Lawn

Roosevelt School's front lawn near the street, where cars are parked. Roosevelt School is not visible. From an envelope titled "Roosevelt and Pierce Hall. Oct. 23, 1946."
Statue of a Crossing Guard outside Roosevelt School

Statue of a crossing guard, placed in the street outside Roosevelt School. The statue holds a sign that states "School Zone Slow." From an envelope titled "Roosevelt School Bldg. 3 Prints of each, glossy."
Engraving on the Portico of Roosevelt School's Entrance.

Engraving of a coat-of-arms on the portico of Roosevelt School's entrance. From an envelope titled "Roosevelt High School Buildings."
Roosevelt School's Entrance

Roosevelt School's entrance. From an envelope titled "Roosevelt School Bldg. 3 Prints of each, glossy."
Roosevelt School's Front Lawn

Front view of Roosevelt School, from across the lawn. A light amount of snow covers the ground. From an envelope titled "Roosevelt High School Buildings."
Roosevelt School's Front Lawn

Front view of Roosevelt School, from across the lawn. From an envelope titled "Roosevelt High School Buildings."
Trees near Roosevelt School

A group of trees near Roosevelt School. The ground is completely covered with leaves. Only a small section of Roosevelt School is visible on the right. Houses and a smokestack are slighting visible in the background. From an envelope titled "Scenes, 1934, Creative Expression."
Faculty Posing in a Roosevelt School Room

Faculty posing in a Roosevelt School room. From an envelope titled "Roosevelt Faculty, Jan. 3, 1939."
Faculty Posing in a Roosevelt School Room

Faculty posing in a Roosevelt School room. From an envelope titled "Roosevelt Faculty, Jan. 3, 1939."
Faculty Posing in a Roosevelt School Room

Faculty posing in a Roosevelt School room. From an envelope titled "Roosevelt Faculty, Jan. 3, 1939."
Faculty Posing in a Roosevelt School Room

Faculty posing in a Roosevelt School room. From an envelope titled "Roosevelt Faculty, Jan. 3, 1939."
Faculty Posing in the Roosevelt School Library

Faculty pose in the Roosevelt School lobby. From an envelope titled "Roosevelt Faculty, Jan. 10, 1940."
Faculty Posing in the Roosevelt School Library

Faculty pose in the Roosevelt School lobby. From an envelope titled "Roosevelt Faculty, Jan. 10, 1940."
Faculty Posing in the Roosevelt School Library

Faculty pose in the Roosevelt School lobby. From an envelope titled "Roosevelt Faculty, Jan. 10, 1940."
Faculty Posing in the Roosevelt School Library

Faculty pose in the Roosevelt School lobby. From an envelope titled "Roosevelt Faculty, Jan. 10, 1940."
Faculty Posing in the Roosevelt School Library

Faculty pose in the Roosevelt School lobby. From an envelope titled "Roosevelt Faculty, Jan. 10, 1940."
Faculty Standing outside Roosevelt School

Faculty standing outside Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "Roosevelt Faculty, Mar. 1938."
Faculty Standing outside Roosevelt School

Faculty standing outside Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "Roosevelt Faculty, Mar. 1938."
Faculty Standing outside Roosevelt School

Faculty standing outside Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "Roosevelt Faculty, Mar. 1938."
Female Students or Staff outside Roosevelt School

Female students stand with a teacher on the steps of Roosevelt School's entrance. From an envelope titled "Roosevelt and Pierce Hall. Oct. 23, 1946."
Football Team on the Steps of Roosevelt School

The football team, in uniform, and their coaches stand on the steps of Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "Roosevelt and Pierce Hall. Oct. 23, 1946."
Roosevelt School's Entrance

Roosevelt School's entrance. One door is open. From an envelope titled "Roosevelt and Pierce Hall. Oct. 23, 1946."
Roosevelt School's Snow-Covered Grounds

The snow-covered grounds in front of Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "Snow and Frost, Roosevelt. Dec. 20, 1932."
Snow-Covered Grounds outside Roosevelt School

The snow-covered grounds outside the back of Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "Snow and Frost, Roosevelt. Dec. 20, 1932."
Three Students in Front of Roosevelt School

Three male students, one wearing a sweater with an "R" on it, walk away from Roosevelt School's entrance. From an envelope titled "Roosevelt."
Two Women and a Child Entering Roosevelt School

Two women, one holding the hand of a small child, walk toward the open entrance of Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "Roosevelt."
Roosevelt School's Roof

Center of Roosevelt School's roof, viewed from the back of the school. Old Main's tower is visible in the background. From an envelope titled "R.H.S. from Roof and Other Campus Scenes."
Side Entrance to Roosevelt School

The side entrance to Roosevelt School. Cars are parked on the street and students or staff stand in front of school. Autumn leaves cover the ground. From an envelope titled "R.H.S. from Roof and Other Campus Scenes."
Side of Roosevelt School

The back side of Roosevelt School. A stream or river is visible behind the building. From an envelope titled "School R.H.S."
Staff Member Sits Outside Roosevelt School

A staff member sits on a cement ledge outside Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "School Scenes, Mar. 1933."
View of the Back of Roosevelt School and Old Main

View of the back wing of Roosevelt School. Old Main is visible in the background. Construction workers are building a structure to the right of the school. From an envelope titled "Snow Scenes 1939. Snow Scenes, Back of RHS."
Wing of Roosevelt School

Photograph of trees in front of a wing of Roosevelt School, taken on a sunny day. From an envelope titled "School R.H.S."
A Bench near Roosevelt School

A decorative bench under a tree. Roosevelt School is visible on the left. From an envelope titled "R.H.S. Fall Pictures, 1932."
A Female Staff Member Sitting outside Roosevelt School

A female staff member sits outside Roosevelt School near a bush. From an envelope titled "R.H.S. Faculty."
A Football Player Poses outside Roosevelt School

A football player poses outside Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "Football Team, 1932."
A Football Player Poses outside Roosevelt School

A football player poses outside Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "Football Team, 1932."
A Group of Football Players Sit outside Roosevelt School

A group of football players sit outside Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "Football Team, 1932."
A Tree Stump outside Roosevelt School

A tree stump outside Roosevelt School. Snow covers the ground. From an envelope titled "Winter Scenes, Feb. 1934."
Autumn Leaves Covering Roosevelt School's Grounds

Autumn leaves cover Roosevelt School's grounds. Two bird baths are set up on the lawn. From an envelope titled "Fall Pictures, 1933."
Campus Grounds near Roosevelt School

Grounds near Roosevelt School. It appears to be the afternoon or evening. People can be seen walking toward the street. From an envelope titled "Campus Scenes, Oct. 1937."
Cars Parked behind Roosevelt School

Cars parked behind Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "R.H.S. from Roof and Other Campus Scenes."
Eighth Grade Students Stand on the Roosevelt School's Steps

The eighth grade class stands on the Roosevelt School's steps. A dog stands between two boys at the front of the class. From an envelope titled "8th Grade, 1941."
Eighth Grade Students Stand on the Roosevelt School's Steps

The eighth grade class stands on the Roosevelt School's steps. Snow covers the ground. From an envelope titled "8th Grade, 1940."
Eighth Grade Students Stand on the Roosevelt School's Steps

The eighth grade class stands on the Roosevelt School's steps. A dog stands between two boys at the front of the class. From an envelope titled "8th Grade, 1941."
Eighth Grade Students Stand on the Roosevelt School's Steps

The eighth grade class stands on the Roosevelt School's steps. Snow covers the ground. From an envelope titled "8th Grade, 1940."
Eighth Grade Students Stand on the Roosevelt School's Steps

The eighth grade class stands on the Roosevelt School's steps. Snow covers the ground. From an envelope titled "8th Grade, 1940."
Faculty Member Sitting outside Roosevelt School

Faculty member sitting outside Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "Mildred Shaw (now Mead), Ed Butler."
Faculty Member Sitting outside Roosevelt School

Faculty member sitting outside Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "Mildred Shaw (now Mead), Ed Butler."
Faculty Member Sitting outside Roosevelt School

Faculty member sitting outside Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "Mildred Shaw (now Mead), Ed Butler."
Faculty Member Sitting outside Roosevelt School

Faculty member Mildred sitting outside Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "Mildred Shaw (now Mead), Ed Butler."
Faculty Member Sitting outside Roosevelt School

Faculty member sitting outside Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "Mildred Shaw (now Mead), Ed Butler."
Faculty Member Standing near the Roosevelt School's Entrance

Faculty member standing near the Roosevelt School's entrance. From an envelope titled "Faculty."
Faculty Member Standing on the Roosevelt School Roof.

Faculty member standing on the Roosevelt School roof. From an envelope titled "Mildred Shaw (now Mead), Ed Butler."
Faculty Member Standing outside Roosevelt School

Faculty member standing outside Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "Faculty."
Female Faculty Member Sits on the Roosevelt School's Ledge

Female faculty member sits on the Roosevelt School's ledge. From an envelope titled "Faculty."
Female Students or Staff outside Roosevelt School

Female students or staff walk and stand outside of Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "R.H.S. from Roof and Other Campus Scenes."
Front Lawn of Roosevelt School

Photograph of lawn and trees in front of a Roosevelt School. Cars are parked on the street. From an envelope titled "Campus Scenes. Menzies' negatives."
Grounds around Roosevelt School

Students or staff walk toward Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "Campus Scenes, Oct. 15, 1939."
Grounds around Roosevelt School

A tree casts a shadow across Roosevelt School's front lawn. From an envelope titled "Campus Scenes, Oct. 15, 1939."
Grounds around Roosevelt School

Grounds around Roosevelt School, viewed from the roof. From an envelope titled "R.H.S. from Roof and Other Campus Scenes."
Ice on the Trees near Roosevelt School

Ice covers the shrubs and trees in front of Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "Campus, Ice on Trees. Mar. 13, 1939."
Male Faculty Member Sits on the Roosevelt School's Ledge

Faculty member sits on the Roosevelt School's ledge. From an envelope titled "Faculty."
Photo Club Members on Roosevelt School's Steps

Photo Club members on the Roosevelt School's steps. From an envelope titled "Photo Club, Junior, Nov. 1, 1938."
Photo Club Members on Roosevelt School's Steps

Photo Club members on the Roosevelt School's steps. From an envelope titled "Photo Club, Junior, Nov. 1, 1938."
Photo Club Members on Roosevelt School's Steps

Photo Club members on the Roosevelt School's steps. From an envelope titled "Photo Club, Junior, Nov. 1, 1938."
Physics Students Standing outside Roosevelt School

Physics students stand outside Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "Physics Class, April 1939."
Roosevelt School Entrance

Trees in front of the entrance to Roosevelt School. Leaves and a light amount of snow cover the ground. From an envelope titled "Clouds, R.H.S."
Roosevelt School Home Work Shops Sign

A sign stating "Home Work Shops, Roosevelt School, Michigan State Normal College." The sign features cut-outs of two men. One is sawing wood and another is forging metal. From an envelope titled "Home Workshop, % Mr. Chamberlain, Jan, 1941."
Roosevelt School Home Work Shops Sign

A sign stating "Home Work Shops, Roosevelt School, Michigan State Normal College." The sign features cut-outs of two men. One is sawing wood and another is forging metal. From an envelope titled "Home Workshop, % Mr. Chamberlain, Jan, 1941."
Roosevelt School Home Work Shops Sign

A sign stating "Home Work Shops, Roosevelt School, Michigan State Normal College." The sign features cut-outs of two men. One is sawing wood and another is forging metal. From an envelope titled "Home Workshop, % Mr. Chamberlain, Jan, 1941."
Seniors Scrubbing the Pavement outside Roosevelt School

Seniors with brooms and buckets of water scrub the sidewalk outside Roosevelt School. A teacher stands at the side and laughs. From an envelope titled "Senior Scrubs, May 1937."
Shadows Cast by Trees outside Roosevelt School

Trees cast shadows on the snow outside Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "R.H.S. Snow Shadows, 1932."
Side Entrance to Roosevelt School

Two individuals walk away from Roosevelt School's side entrance. A bicycle is parked outside. The trees do not have any leaves. From an envelope titled "R.H.S. from Roof and Other Campus Scenes."
Small Evergreens outside Roosevelt School

Small evergreens outside Roosevelt School. Snow covers the ground. From an envelope titled "Winter Scenes, Feb. 1934."

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