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McLoughlin 100: Leading the Way Since 1926

A 100 Year Celebration!

McLoughlin Middle School is turning 100! Since 1926, MAC has been a place of learning, growth, and community, shaping generations of students and inspiring pride that lasts a lifetime. As we celebrate this exciting milestone, we honor the school’s rich history while looking ahead to the future of education and opportunity. This celebration isn’t just for our current students and staff; it’s for alumni, families, and the entire community who have helped make McLoughlin what it is today.

Black and white photograph of a woman sitting behind a teacher's desk and smiling featured in a 1956 edition of The Medford Mail Tribune

 

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January 1927 copy of the Medford Mail Tribune featuring an image of the new Medford High School (modern day McLoughlin Middle School)

The new Medford High School featured in a 1927 edition of The Medford Mail Tribune.

Two men wearing overalls and standing in front of a building.

Teachers Mr. Young and Mr. Bloom featured in the 1927 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

The image depicts a group of people hanging together in an outdoor setting, with a tree in the background.

Four students hanging on a tree featured in the 1927 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

Two women and a man dressed in old-fashioned clothing, standing together in what appears to be an indoor setting.

Two girls and one boy featured in the 1927 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

The image appears to be a black and white photograph depicting a group of people sitting on a bench, with the word %22Serenade%22 written below the image.

Two students playing instruments featured in the 1927 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

Two people are engaged in a lively dance, with one person embracing the other in a close hold. The background appears to be a rural setting, with buildings and structures visible in the distance.

Two students dancing featured in the 1927 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

A group of people, likely a school or organization, posing for a formal photograph in front of a building with architectural details.

Students from the Torch Honor Society featured in the 1927 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook. Officers include Grace Currie, President, Marjorie Hart, Vice President, and Ethel Elliott, Secretary and Treasurer.

A group of people, both men and women, standing together in front of a building with windows and columns.

Students from the Boys' Glee Club featured in the 1927 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

A group of men, some seated and some standing, gathered in an outdoor setting in front of a building with large windows.

Orchestra students featured in the 1927 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

A large group of people, mostly men, sitting on steps in front of a large building with many windows.

Band students featured in the 1927 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

A group of people, both men and women, standing together in a formal setting, with some seated and others standing, all dressed in attire typical of the early 20th century.

The cast of the Senior class play "Nothing But the Truth" featured in the 1927 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

A large crowd of people, mostly dressed in white, standing in rows in an outdoor setting with trees and buildings visible in the background.

Students watching a football match featured in the 1927 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

A group of people, likely a sports team or athletic group, posing together in a dimly lit indoor setting.

Students from the MHS Basketball squad featured in the 1927 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

Two individuals facing each other, with a cone-shaped object between them, in a black and white photograph.

Yell Leaders featured in the 1927 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

A group of men in white uniforms standing in a row in front of a building, with a flag visible in the background.

The MHS Baseball team featured in the 1927 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

Black and white image featuring the 1927 Medford High School Football Squad featured in a January 1928 Edition of the Medford Mail Tribune

The Medford High School's Football Squad featured in a 1928 Edition of The Medford Mail Tribune.

A man in a suit and glasses is seated at a desk, with various office equipment and supplies visible in the background.

Mr. B. H. Conkle, Principal of MHS, featured in the 1928 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

The image appears to be a collage of black and white portraits, featuring several individuals with distinctive hairstyles and facial features.

The officers of the Girls League featured in the 1928 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook. Officers include Ethel Elliott, President, Louise Stokes, Vice President, Lillian Walker, Secretary, and Mildred Lawrence, Treasurer.

A dimly lit room with a grand piano, ornate curtains, and several figures in formal attire, suggesting a formal gathering or event.

A snapshot from a play featured in the 1928 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

A large crowd of people gathered in a city street, with buildings and flags visible in the background.

A bird's-eye view of the Senior Reception featured in the 1928 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

A large group of men, all dressed in formal attire, standing in front of a building with a columned entrance.

Students in the Order of "M" featured in the 1928 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

A large crowd gathered around a structure, likely a touchdown celebration during a game in Ashland.

An MHS football match against Ashland High School featured in the 1928 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

Three individuals in athletic attire standing in a grassy field, with trees visible in the background.

Three football players featured in the 1929 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

The image depicts three black and white photographs of women in athletic attire, likely from the early 20th century, standing outdoors against a backdrop of trees and buildings.

Three players from the MHS Basketball team featured in the 1928 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

The image contains two black and white portraits, one of a woman wearing a headdress and the other of a man in formal attire.

Junior carnival queen, Dorothy Dee Orth, and constitutional essay contest winner, William Dougherty, featured in the 1929 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

The image appears to be a collage of four black and white portrait photographs, each featuring a different individual. The individuals are dressed in formal attire, suggesting they may be public figures or celebrities. The background of the image is a plain, light-colored surface, allowing the portraits to be the focal point.

Four students from the Sophomore Class featured in the 1929 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

A large group of men, some seated and some standing, posing for a photograph on the steps of what appears to be a building.

Members of the Hi-Y organization featured in the 1929 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

A large group of people, mostly men, standing together in front of a building with windows.

The MHS Fire Squad featured in the 1929 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

A black and white portrait photograph of a smiling young woman with curly hair, labeled %22Norrie Song Queen%22.

Song Queen, Norrie, featured in the 1929 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

A black and white portrait photograph of a young man wearing glasses and a suit, with the caption %22Curlie Yellcox Yell King%22 below the image.

Yell King, Curlie Yellcox, featured in the 1929 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

A large group of people, likely a marching band or musical ensemble, posing together in front of a building with the name %22Medford%22 visible.

The MHS Band featured in the 1929 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

A black and white photograph of a large group of people, both men and women, standing together in front of a building with windows.

The student cast for the Senior class play "Bab" featured in the 1929 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

A group of young women standing together in front of a building, dressed in the fashion styles of the early 20th century.

The Commercial Contestants team featured in the 1929 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

A group of people, some standing and some sitting, in an outdoor setting with trees and buildings visible in the background.

A football match featured in the 1929 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

A group of people, likely a tennis team, standing behind a tennis net on an outdoor court, with trees visible in the background.

Prominent tennis "slickers" featured in the 1929 edition of The Crater MHS Yearbook.

Black and white photo of seven football players from Medford High School (modern day McLoughlin Middle School) featured in a 1929 edition of The Medford Mail Tribune

Seven Medford High School football players featured in a 1929 Edition of The Medford Mail Tribune.

Black and white photo of Medford Junior High School from 1932 (modern day McLoughlin Middle School)

Medford Junior High 1932.

Photo courtesy of the Southern Oregon Historical Society.

Black and white image of four girls smiling and cooking in one of Medford Junior High's homemaking courses featured in a 1952 edition of the Medford Mail Tribune

Girls in one of Medford Junior High's homemaking courses featured in a 1952 Edition of the Medford Mail Tribune.

Black and white photograph of a boy and a girl who are both new students at McLoughlin Junior High featured in a 1955 Edition of The Medford Mail Tribune

Two new students at McLoughlin Junior High featured in a 1955 Edition of The Medford Mail Tribune.

Black and white image of three boys with multiple signs that read %22Sick person please do not disturb%22 featured in a 1956 Edition of the Medford Mail Tribune

Boys preparing signs to deliver to households with sick people inside for Halloween featured in a 1956 Edition of The Medford Mail Tribune.

Black and white image of a football player catching the ball while being chased by two rival players featured in a 1957 Edition of the Medford Mail Tribune

A football game between McLoughlin and Hedrick Junior High schools featured in a 1957 Edition of the Medford Mail Tribune.

Black and white photo of a man demonstrating first aid on a female student in a classroom featured in a 1958 Edition of the Medford Mail Tribune

Medford fireman instructing McLoughlin students in first aid featured in a 1958 Edition of the Medford Mail Tribune.

Black and white image of two boys standing next to a teacher sat down at her desk and another adult woman standing behind her featured in a 1958 Edition of The Medford Mail Tribune

Two McLoughlin Junior High students with a teacher and PTA leader featured in a 1958 Edition of the Medford Mail Tribune.

Black and white image of a woman changing a diaper on a doll in front of a class of junior high students featured in a 1958 Edition of The Medford Mail Tribune

A school nurse demonstrating how to change a diaper to a McLoughlin class featured in a 1958 Edition of The Medford Mail Tribune.

Black and white photo of a girl in a 1910's-styled dress steps out of a prop stagecoach during a style show at McLoughlin Junior High featured in a 1959 Edition of The Medford Mail Tribune

A student wearing a 1910s-style dress in a McLoughlin Junior High style show featured in a 1959 Edition of The Medford Mail Tribune.

Black and white image of five girls in dresses smiling for the camera during a style show featured in a 1959 Edition of The Medford Mail Tribune

Students wearing dresses for McLoughlin Junior High's style show featured in a 1959 Edition of The Medford Mail Tribune.

Black and white image of three boys looking down at the poster that won a poster contest held at McLoughlin Junior High featured in a 1959 Edition of The Medford Mail Tribune

Boys view the winning poster for McLoughlin Junior High's Library Week poster contest featured in a 1959 Edition of The Medford Mail Tribune.

Black and white image of a woman sitting at a desk pointing at something in a book next to two smiling men featured in a 1959 Edition of The Medford Mail Tribune

Retiring McLoughlin Junior High school teacher featured in a 1959 Edition of The Medford Mail Tribune.

Black and white image of a girl smiling at a camera featured in a 1959 Edition of the Medford Mail Tribune

A McLoughlin Junior High student wearing an outfit she made featured in a 1959 Edition of The Medford Mail Tribune.

Black and white image of a teacher smiling at the camera, holding a volleyball in her arm featured in a 1960 Edition of The Medford Mail Tribune

A McLoughlin Junior High physical education teacher is featured in a 1960 Edition of The Medford Mail Tribune.

Black and white image of a woman smiling and being handed a flag surrounded by other women in the McLoughlin Parent-Teacher association featured in a 1962 Edition of The Medford Mail Tribune.

A past president of the McLoughlin Parent-Teacher association, who is honored with a flag presentation, is featured in a 1962 Edition of The Medford Mail Tribune.

Black and white image of girls standing or kneeling in a McLoughlin Junior High modern dance class featured in a 1963 Edition of The Medford Mail Truibune

Girls in McLoughlin Junior High's modern dancing class featured in a 1963 Edition of The Medford Mail Tribune.

Black and white image of a boy and girl from McLoughlin Junior High looking down at a book are featured in a 1963 Edition of the Medford Mail Tribune

McLoughlin students looking at books sent to the school from Japan are featured in a 1963 Edition of the Medford Mail Tribune.

A black and white newspaper article discusses the drastic measures needed to contain a fire at McLoughlin Junior High is featured in a 1964 Edition of The Statesman Journal

A news article about the fire that did severe damage to McLoughlin Junior High is featured in a 1964 Edition of The Statesman Journal.

The image shows three students in 1960s-style clothing posing together on a stage or set, with one woman seated in a chair and the other two behind them.

Three students in McLoughlin's 1980 musical caught on film.

Two students are making expressive facial expressions and gestures in what appears to be a black and white photographic image.

Two actors in McLoughlin's 1980 school musical posing for the camera.

A group of people, some seated at a table and others standing, appear to be engaged in conversation in what seems to be a cafe or restaurant setting.

Grandparents visiting a McLoughlin Junior High School student on Grandparents Day in 1981 caught on film.

A young man stands in a cluttered room filled with various objects and furniture.

McLoughlin's 1982 janitor poses for a picture with a mop in hand.

A black and white photograph depicting a large group of people, some in the foreground and others in the background, standing together in what appears to be a formal or professional setting.

Principal Stroh standing with students featured in a 1984 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A group of people, some in casual clothing and others in athletic attire, are gathered in an outdoor setting with a metal structure in the background.

Students playing football together featured in a 1984 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A black and white photograph depicting a classroom setting with several students seated at desks, some of whom appear to be engaged in various activities, while a teacher or instructor stands at the front of the room.

A group of students sitting during a lesson featured in a 1984 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A group of young people posing together at a school dance.

A group of students at a school dance featured in a 1984 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

Two individuals, one with glasses and a Kessler jacket, are lefting a box with food

A student carrying a box of food featured in a 1984 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

The image shows two women walking together in what appears to be a hallway or corridor, with a shadowy figure visible in the background.

Two students walking down the hallway featured in a 1984 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A black and white photograph capturing a lively dance scene, with people embracing and moving to the music in the dimly lit background.

Students slow dancing together during a school dance featured in a 1984 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

The image depicts a person dressed in a Santa Claus costume performing on a stage, with a person sitting in a chair in the background.

Santa playing an instrument next to students featured in a 1984 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A black and white photograph of a group of people, likely students, sitting around a table in what appears to be a school or university setting.

The members of the student council featured in a 1984 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

The image depicts a group of people engaged in some form of athletic or acrobatic activity, with mountains visible in the background.

McLoughlin football players and cheerleaders in action featured in a 1984 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A group of cheerleaders in matching uniforms striking a cheerleading pose outdoors, with a building visible in the background.

Cheerleaders striking a pose featured in a 1984 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A young child in a white shirt appears to be embracing or being embraced by a large, dark, ominous-looking figure in the background.

A student carrying another dressed as the school mascot featured in a 1984 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A black and white photograph of a group of young men, likely a basketball team, sitting on a bench in what appears to be a gymnasium or sports facility.

Players waiting on the sidelines with their coach featured in a 1984 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A crowded basketball court with people in various stages of running, surrounded by spectators in the background.

Girls' basketball players running down the court featured in a 1984 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

The image depicts a student performing a jump during track and field.

A McLoughlin track runner in action featured in a 1984 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A group of people posing together in what appears to be a casual setting, with the caption %22Hat day was a lot of fun.%22

Students and an adult wearing silly hats for Hat Day featured in a 1984 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

Two individuals with long, curly hair appear to be smiling and interacting with each other in a dimly lit setting.

Two girls blowing bubblegum bubbles featured in a 1984 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

The image shows three individuals posing together, with a large horned figure in the foreground and two people in the background, one wearing a hat and the other a woman.

Three staff members in silly hats featured in a 1984 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A person in a white coat standing in a shop, with various equipment and appliances visible in the background.

A student in safety gear using a piece of machinery featured in a 1984 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

The image shows two people standing together and smiling in what appears to be an office or workplace setting.

Two smiling individuals featured in a 1984 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

Two young people are standing in front of a wall covered with various photographs and images, some of which appear to be related to dogs.

Two smiling students are looking at a bulletin board with pictures of dogs featured in a 1984 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A black and white photograph captures a group of people gathered around a counter, with a person operating a camera in the foreground.

A cameraman filming a teacher and students featured in a 1984 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A black and white photograph showing a group of people gathered around a table, some of whom appear to be playing a game or activity together.

Chess players in the OMSI regional chess tournament featured in a 1984 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A group of people, likely students, gathered around a table in what appears to be a library or study area, with bookshelves visible in the background.

Students discussing during an academic competition featured in a 1984 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

The image shows a smiling woman seated at a desk, surrounded by stacks of papers and other office equipment.

Assistant Principal Harrison featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A large crowd of people, mostly young, gathered in an indoor setting, with a person standing at a podium or stage in the foreground.

Students surround the DJ booth at a school dance featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A group of people, some wearing floral and colorful outfits, standing in what appears to be a retail or commercial setting with various signs and displays visible in the background.

Students standing in costumes featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A large crowd of people gathered in front of a sign that reads %22McLoughlin Bulldogs%22, with a basketball hoop visible in the background.

A group of students posing and smiling in front of the McLoughlin Bulldogs sign featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A group of young musicians, likely a band or musical ensemble, performing or practicing together in what appears to be a rehearsal or performance space.

Students playing wind instruments featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A large crowd of people, mostly young, gathered in what appears to be a concert or performance venue, with a person on stage in the foreground.

Students performing with instruments led by a woman featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A woman in a sparkling, sequined costume is performing on stage, with a dark background behind her.

A student performing in a sparkly outfit featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

The image depicts two individuals engaged in what appears to be a grappling exercise, with one person restraining the other on the floor in a dimly lit setting.

A coach speaking to a student-athlete featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

The image shows two women in volleyball uniforms standing on a volleyball court, with a net visible in the background.

Two volleyball players in action featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A young woman with curly hair and a warm smile, sitting in what appears to be a room or office setting.

A cheerleader poses for a picture while lying down featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A group of cheerleaders in uniform performing on a grassy field, with a building and trees visible in the background.

Cheerleaders cheering during an outdoor game featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

Two men wearing hats and coats, standing side by side in a black and white photograph.

Two coaches featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A black and white photograph depicting a large group of people, some wearing jerseys with numbers, gathered in what appears to be a crowded indoor setting.

Student-athletes smiling with their coach featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A black and white photograph captures a person performing a high jump in a gymnasium, with a crowd of spectators visible in the background.

A volleyball player setting the ball featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A black and white photograph of a basketball game in progress, with players from both teams competing for the ball on the court.

Boys' basketball players in action featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

The image depicts a person in a basketball jersey dunking a basketball through a hoop in an indoor basketball court setting.

A basketball player shooting the ball into the hoop featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A black and white photograph of a group of young women, likely a basketball team, sitting together on a bench in what appears to be a gymnasium or sports facility.

Student-athletes sitting on stairs listening to their coach's instructions featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

The image depicts two wrestlers facing off in a match

Two wrestlers facing off featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A black and white photograph capturing the moment when a wrestler is announced to be the winner of the match.

A wrestler is announced to be the winner featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A large crowd of people, most likely wrestlers, gathered together in what appears to be a public event or gathering.

A group of wrestlers celebrate together featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A crowded indoor space with people seated in chairs, some in wheelchairs, and a large group of people standing in the background.

Students, including one student in a wheelchair, are sitting together featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

Three young people, two men and one woman, are smiling and standing together in what appears to be an outdoor setting with buildings or structures visible in the background.

Three students smiling together featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A group of young people, some smiling and waving, appear to be gathered in a casual setting, possibly a party or social gathering.

Students smiling, waving, and sitting together featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A young boy with curly hair is standing in front of a bookshelf, holding an open book and smiling at the camera.

A student posing with a book and smiling featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A group of people, including children, standing near a school bus on a city street, with buildings and other structures visible in the background.

A group of students boarding a Medford School District bus featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

The image shows two people, a man and a woman, standing together in what appears to be a kitchen or dining area, with various items and furnishings visible in the background.

Two students working on a project together featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

The image depicts three individuals, likely students or young adults, intently focused on a task or document they are examining together.

Two students closely watching a teacher demonstrate featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

The image shows two young men with smiling expressions, one with short dark hair and the other with longer wavy hair, against a plain background with the text %22NEATEST SMILE%22 above them.

Two students voted to have the neatest smiles featured in a 1985 edition of the McLoughlin Pedigree Yearbook.

A large group of people, mostly young, gathered in what appears to be a classroom or community space, with various signs and banners visible in the background.

McLoughlin's 1986 Concert Band musicians' practice caught on film.

The image contains architectural plans and drawings for a building labeled %22FUTURE%22, along with a photograph of a construction vehicle hauling away the first building.

Blueprints of what the remodeled McLoughlin Middle School will look like in 1996 featured in the yearbook.

Principal Rickert and School Board member Lois Thorson break ground for a new school project.

Principal Rickert and School Board Member Thorson breaking ground on McLoughlin's 1996 major remodel featured in the yearbook.

Hauling away the first building to be torn down, with a large crane and construction equipment visible in the foreground, and a building with the text %22ROYAL ANN ROCK%22 in the background.

Remnants of the old building being removed to make room for new construction at McLoughlin Middle School in 1996 featured in the yearbook.

A person is seen working in a fenced-off area, with a building and trees visible in the background.

Construction begins on McLoughlin Middle School's new Art Annex in 1996 featured in the yearbook.

A black and white image depicting a construction site with heavy machinery, buildings, and people walking in the background.

Construction beginning at McLoughlin Middle School in 1996 featured in the yearbook.

A black and white photograph depicting a partially constructed building with scaffolding and construction materials in the foreground, surrounded by trees and other structures in the background.

The construction of new classrooms at McLoughlin Middle School in 1996 featured in the yearbook.

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