HIGH SCHOOL
MONROE,
UNION COUNTY
NORTH CAROLINA ~ 1917
In 1900, a new two-story structure was built, which was later to be known as the John D. Hodges School.
Monroe High School was conducted at this location until 1914 when it was moved into the old county home
property on Lancaster Avenue where Walter Bickett is presently located. This time period was referred
to as "the poor house era" of Monroe High School. In 1921, the present Walter Bickett School was constructed.
A new modern High School was opened in 1960.